Spld cyclist

I have, and have had positive experiences. However, bikesdirect and other online retailers work out best when you know what you want. That means you should have a really good idea of the size and style of the bike. It may be expensive and bothersome to return them, depending on the return policy of the retailer.

Bikesdirect mostly sells bikes that are only available through Bikesdirect. They have purchased the trade names of some older brands that have gone out of business. For example, they sell Motobecane and Dawes-branded bikes, but those original companies are long gone. That said, some of their bikes are excellent, and available much cheaper than comparable bike-store bikes. They also carry some close-outs or overstocks of bikes you could otherwise find in local bike shops. Schwinn is one such brand they sell sometimes.

Online bikes come in varying states of assembly. If you don't know how to assemble a bike, it might be a good idea to take it to a local bike shop and pay them to assemble it. Different bike shops will charge different amounts for that service, and some may not do it at all. It's best to call ahead.