Checking out a KHS Urban Xtreme
08-23-07, 10:51 AM
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Checking out a KHS Urban Xtreme
I've been looking to get a new bike, I'm not a hardcore cyclist but I'm looking for something similar to my rusty trusty old Specialized Hard Rock that I've put a set of narrower rims & high pressure tires on.. Unfortunately the only thing left on it that still works are the new wheels... I have beat this bike into the ground for over 12 years and it's time to upgrade.
I've been drooling over a KHS Urban Xtreme that I tried out, it's fast and agile enough for dodging the potholes and bad drivers here in Chicago. Any opinions on this bike, or anything similar out there? I guess, semi-more importantly, is there anything a little cheaper, in the $250-350 range that I should consider?
I've been drooling over a KHS Urban Xtreme that I tried out, it's fast and agile enough for dodging the potholes and bad drivers here in Chicago. Any opinions on this bike, or anything similar out there? I guess, semi-more importantly, is there anything a little cheaper, in the $250-350 range that I should consider?
08-23-07, 01:52 PM
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Similar would be the Specialized Sirrus,Marin ALP,Fuji Absolute,and Jamis Coda. All are available in different specs/price points.
If you're looking in the $250-350 range,you'll either need to go used on CL or look for a leftover on clearance.
If you're looking in the $250-350 range,you'll either need to go used on CL or look for a leftover on clearance.
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08-23-07, 07:09 PM
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I've been drooling over a KHS Urban Xtreme that I tried out, it's fast and agile enough for dodging the potholes and bad drivers here in Chicago. Any opinions on this bike, or anything similar out there? I guess, semi-more importantly, is there anything a little cheaper, in the $250-350 range that I should consider?
The Marin Muirwoods is $429.
The Bianchi Avenue is $350.
Kona Dew is $399. All the above bikes are steel; this one is aluminum.
08-27-07, 07:07 AM
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I went with the Marin Muirwoods. It was the perfect size & layout for me, took it out yesterday for some bike path fun!
08-27-07, 08:05 AM
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And of course there's my soon to be winter bike:
https://www.norco.com/2007bikes/Comfo...view=1&deets=1
The Norco LRT express
- you may be able to get a deal now as the 08's will be out in october/november so they may want to move out the "old" stock.
https://www.norco.com/2007bikes/Comfo...view=1&deets=1
The Norco LRT express
- you may be able to get a deal now as the 08's will be out in october/november so they may want to move out the "old" stock.
