bike price factors
06-29-09, 08:30 AM
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bike price factors
I ran across a RANS bike. $900 list. small volume manufacturer? mid-america too. I assume if it was made in china in high volumes it would be 1/3 the cost. some would say a hand built custom frame bike for $900 is a bargain. depends on quality of workmanship also. i am looking for a comfort bike and the frame fit seems interesting. i know the bottom line is take it for a ride and see if i like it. is it a gimmick? will i like a trek 7.3 better for paved bike path rides? it is interesting looking though.
06-29-09, 08:39 AM
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I believe that most RANS bikes are a crank forward design as is my wife's Day 6. I don't particularly care for the ride/feel of my wife's bike,and I certainly would not have paid much for it.
