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Forum: Commuting

04-18-14, 09:05 AM

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Buying a bike for commuting to school - advice?

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Posted By bikemig

That's a heck of a deal for $45 and well worth it...

That's a heck of a deal for $45 and well worth it even if you have to replace the brakes. In fact replacing the brakes and brake cables is a really good thing to do for safety reasons. The co-op...

Forum: Commuting

04-08-14, 01:31 PM

Replies: 28

Buying a bike for commuting to school - advice?

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Posted By bikemig

That is a small bike; it is probably the right...

That is a small bike; it is probably the right size for you. As long as you can straddle over the top tube, you're in business (even if you touch it, that will be OK if not ideal). Don't sweat what...

Forum: Commuting

04-08-14, 12:46 PM

Replies: 28

Buying a bike for commuting to school - advice?

Views: 3,907

Posted By bikemig

Make sure that the frame is straight. Look at...

Make sure that the frame is straight. Look at the tubes and make sure that there are no dings or bends. Pick up the front of the bike and check if the wheel looks relatively straight and passes...

Forum: Commuting

04-08-14, 10:09 AM

Replies: 28

Buying a bike for commuting to school - advice?

Views: 3,907

Posted By bikemig

At $45 with a baby seat? Absolutely if the bike...

At $45 with a baby seat? Absolutely if the bike fits you; it looks pretty clean in the pics but of course you need to check it out. Still at this price, I'd grab it if it fits.

Forum: Commuting

04-07-14, 01:21 PM

Replies: 28

Buying a bike for commuting to school - advice?

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Posted By bikemig

CL is the way to go but it can be a pain. I'll...

CL is the way to go but it can be a pain. I'll look for a vintage mtb (one with a rigid fork). They can be easily found for under $200. They have strong wheels that survive abuse. Your odd of...

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