What is a good mountain bike, that won't break the bank?
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What is a good mountain bike, that won't break the bank?
Okay so I want a decent cheap mountain bike.. You know like, one that doesn't cost $400 or more! I had one of those $150 mongooses, but it was AWFUL. I had numerous problems throughout its lifespan, costing me more money than its worth. The most resent incident happened today. I jumped off of a 5 inch ledge... I kid you not, just 5 inches AT MAX. And that 5 inches was enough to somehow whip the rear derailleur into the spokes, and once that happened it was all over. I don't know how it happens, and I'm 100% sure that I did not hit it on the ledge when I jumped, because I hit the ledge perpendicular, making it litterally impossible for the ledge to have it.. The only thing I could think of is that that little jump was enough to whip it into the spokes. Anyways I'm tired of this piece of junk! What is a decent bicycle (specific model or manufacturer) that wont break the bank, or break when it drops 5 inches?
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Every major bike brand such as Giant or Trek includes a line of entry-level hardtails. Those are what you should look at given your price point. Visit some bike shops and see what you can find.
Also, $400 is entry-level. I know that may seem like a lot to spend on a bike, but you're really just barely getting started at that price.
Also, $400 is entry-level. I know that may seem like a lot to spend on a bike, but you're really just barely getting started at that price.
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I got a Giant Rincon 2002 to 2004 hardtail Off cragslist for 150 Bucks, Now I must upgrade. By a cheap bike for the frame and Upgrade the parts. It will be Cheaper and you can pick your parts out that are goan be better in the long run
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