Hey from Orlando!
12-22-13, 10:09 PM
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Hey from Orlando!
Just recently got my first decent bike, a Nishiki Alamosa Mtn Bike 2013. They were trying to get rid of them for the newer models at a local Dick's, so I was able to grab one for $150, it's normally $289.99. After seeing that price I just had to go for it.
I bought it primarily for recreation but hadn't been on a bike in nearly five years, so it was interesting at first. After a couple times out, I decided to get some semi slicks put on it with the help of a local bike shop. Ended up getting some Geax Street Runners for about $30 a pop.
While I still only use it for recreation, I am slowly planning longer rides and/or debating commuting every once in a while to either work or school, just for the fun of it. These forums have already been a big help!
Just last night I got an awesome deal on a trunk rack from Dick's. I once again caught them trying to unload something and got one for 50% off, it's a Yakima MegaJoe. Haven't driven with it on yet but I'm very impressed with how stable it is, and it was only $79.99.
I bought it primarily for recreation but hadn't been on a bike in nearly five years, so it was interesting at first. After a couple times out, I decided to get some semi slicks put on it with the help of a local bike shop. Ended up getting some Geax Street Runners for about $30 a pop.
While I still only use it for recreation, I am slowly planning longer rides and/or debating commuting every once in a while to either work or school, just for the fun of it. These forums have already been a big help!
Just last night I got an awesome deal on a trunk rack from Dick's. I once again caught them trying to unload something and got one for 50% off, it's a Yakima MegaJoe. Haven't driven with it on yet but I'm very impressed with how stable it is, and it was only $79.99.
12-22-13, 10:48 PM
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Hello Knight,
Welcome to Bike Forums.
Nice post, nice bike.
Welcome to Bike Forums.
Nice post, nice bike.
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12-22-13, 11:20 PM
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Still kicking.
Welcome to the forums.
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Appreciate the old bikes more than the new.
Appreciate the old bikes more than the new.
12-23-13, 10:29 AM
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Welcome to Bike Forums!
12-23-13, 12:13 PM
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Welcome to Bike Forums.
Stop by the Southeast Regional subforum. Lots of FL and Orlando area folks here.
Stop by the Southeast Regional subforum. Lots of FL and Orlando area folks here.
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The Lord is merciful and gracious, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love. - Psalm 103:8
I am a cyclist. I am not the fastest or the fittest. But I will get to where I'm going with a smile on my face.
