Mountain Biking - My first mountain bike

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TommyV
04-14-11, 02:34 PM
Hows it going? I'm wanting to get into mountain biking, but im not sure what kind of bike I should get. I'm looking for a decent beginner bike. I dont want a piece of **** but I dont want anything that is gonna cost an arm and a leg. Im looking to spend between 200-300 dollars. 200 would be better. Im 5'10 and around 175-180. Whats a few good brands? I just need to be pointed in the right direction. Thanks.

naiku
04-14-11, 02:44 PM
Used is the only way you are going to get anything worthwhile for $200-$300. Stay away from WalMart / Target etc. Craigslist and eBay will be your best bet.
Triguy
04-14-11, 04:20 PM
http://www.nashbar.com/bikes/CatalogSearchResultView?storeId=10053&catalogId=10052&langId=-1&pageSize=16&beginIndex=0&searchType=resultSet&sortBy=Dollar+Rank%2F%2F1&cn1=&searchTerm=diamondback+response

this bike looks like your best bet new. Free Shipping, today only.

crazyotte
04-14-11, 04:50 PM
^+1
TommyV
04-14-11, 09:01 PM
I found a 820 TREK mountain bike for $160, I heard TREKS are pretty good, yes? Does the price sound about right?
NCMTBIKER
04-15-11, 04:08 AM
I found a 820 TREK mountain bike for $160, I heard TREKS are pretty good, yes? Does the price sound about right?
Id make sure it will fit you right before you buy it,sounds good the price to me
noah_jw
04-15-11, 07:45 AM
I had good luck with craigslist just picked up a 2007 Trek 4300 for 200
sknhgy
04-15-11, 09:28 AM
I found a 820 TREK mountain bike for $160, I heard TREKS are pretty good, yes? Does the price sound about right?

Mine was under $300 new.