Is this a good deal?
06-13-07, 01:02 PM
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Is this a good deal?
https://boise.craigslist.org/bik/351325453.html
Seams like it would be a steal, $1200 for a Carbon full suspension hydrolic bike. One thing I know nothing about is Giant mountain bikes. What is the quality of this bike also.
Seams like it would be a steal, $1200 for a Carbon full suspension hydrolic bike. One thing I know nothing about is Giant mountain bikes. What is the quality of this bike also.
06-13-07, 03:32 PM
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Used carbon is never a good deal - especially for a newbie. Too much **** to go wrong.
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plus that top tube stretch is HUGE...hope your a big dude.
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I am 6'-4" so I think the big would be a perfect fit that way. What is the difference in upkeep or problems carbon versus aluminum. I wouldn't say I am a beginner, I used to BMX race for about 6 years and I do alot of downhill and trail in the mountains. I am no expert, I would call myself intermediate.
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06-14-07, 03:36 PM
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Originally Posted by babyface_311
What is the difference in upkeep or problems carbon versus aluminum.
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I tend to stay away from carbon like its the plague. I'm poor, its expensive and requires closer maintenance/replacement intervals.
