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Old 04-27-06, 04:47 PM
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hello i am looking into buying a mountain bike, it will be used for trail riding and stuff like that because florida is a mountain-less state...but i might take it down to the phosphate mines or something...but i was wondering what is an inexpensive bike you would recommend for me...i am 6'4" 290lbs thanks pat
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what is your price range?
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Kona Hoss if money isn't an issue.
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well i dont know what a reasonable price is i would like to keep it under 200 if that is an option
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get a used bike...you should be able to get an alright 2000-2003 for 200
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Yes for the amount of money you are willing to spend you will probably get more for your money buying a used bike.
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