Originally Posted by
fietsbob
Buy a Bike that is Adequate, other than color.. Strip and Repaint. or Powder coat .. in a color you desire .
Yeah, I look at that as plan B. Ideally, I can find a purple one that is ready to rock. Although, I've been able to convince him that a black bike would be just as fun, and we can paint part of it purple if he wants. powdercoating is going to add way too much to the cost of a new bike, unless I can get a nice used bike that just needs new color and a tune-up.
Originally Posted by
cmburch
Check out Walmart online for ideas. I've spent $200+ at REI and bike shops for bikes that last less than a year before my kid outgrew it. I then end up giving them away to coworkers for their children. Too bad he does not like red; Electra has some hot road bikes.
Thanks for the Electra link... I'd not considered them yet. I do like the black mini rod with the flames... and I think my son would also like it. Might have to take the kids to the LBS this weekend to look at one.
Keep it coming!
Thanks,
~mike