New to Biking in Texas
05-08-13, 02:28 PM
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New to Biking in Texas
Mom of 2 boys... one which just inherited a Strider balance bike from big brother and the other who just got his first big kid two wheel bike. The last bike I was on *that wasn't stationary* was a cruising bike with FAT TIRE BIKE TOURS in Paris, France... 5 years ago? I am ready to get back on a bike.. to ride with my oldest and to take along my youngest in some sort of seat attached to my bike. We have concrete trails around our neighborhood perfect for biking!
I am in search of two things... a cheap bike to use around the neighborhood and a better bike to use if I get brave enough to to the women's sprint triathlon.
I am hoping to get some helpful tips on sizing, brands, and a good starter bike to fit both of my needs.
I am in search of two things... a cheap bike to use around the neighborhood and a better bike to use if I get brave enough to to the women's sprint triathlon.
I am hoping to get some helpful tips on sizing, brands, and a good starter bike to fit both of my needs.
05-08-13, 02:51 PM
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I saw your other post as well. What make and model is your old bike? It may be worth the repairs if it's a decent bike.
What part of the state are you in?
What part of the state are you in?
05-08-13, 03:04 PM
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Mom of 2 boys... one which just inherited a Strider balance bike from big brother and the other who just got his first big kid two wheel bike. The last bike I was on *that wasn't stationary* was a cruising bike with FAT TIRE BIKE TOURS in Paris, France... 5 years ago? I am ready to get back on a bike.. to ride with my oldest and to take along my youngest in some sort of seat attached to my bike. We have concrete trails around our neighborhood perfect for biking! I am in search of two things... a cheap bike to use around the neighborhood and a better bike to use if I get brave enough to to the women's sprint triathlon. I am hoping to get some helpful tips on sizing, brands, and a good starter bike to fit both of my needs.
Criagslist is good if you know your size.
Used trailers can also be had for $50 to pull the kid in.
Webster Bicycle along with Bike Barn have many tri riders as customers.
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05-08-13, 03:13 PM
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South of Houston, in Clear Lake
I live south of Houston in Clear Lake area. My old bike is from when I was 15 yrs old, maybe younger. The frame is too small for me. I was hoping to find a place that took trade ins for credit but I doubt I would get much for it since it is so old. It is a Huffy Glacier 10 speed... all the stickers have worn off so thats all I can tell you.
05-08-13, 04:31 PM
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Hi, welcome to BF, take 10 Wheels advice and post some pictures when you get the new bike.
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05-09-13, 11:44 AM
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05-22-13, 07:53 PM
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Our first ride with the kid trailer (2 boys=68lbs). Im pulling them in CoPilot double bike trailer with a Del Sol LXi 7.1 (https://www.ridedelsol.com/bikes/luxury/lxi-7-1-2014) I am up to towing them about 3-5 miles each evening. The kids love it... and it is a work out. I feel MUCH faster when they aren't attached 
T-65 days to my first Womens Triathlon Spring (350m swim, 12 mi bike, 2 mi run).
T-65 days to my first Womens Triathlon Spring (350m swim, 12 mi bike, 2 mi run). 