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Old 10-18-08 | 07:58 PM
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Robert Foster
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Bikes: Lapierre CF Sensium 400. Jamis Ventura Sport. Trek 800. Giant Cypress.

Originally Posted by Wanderer
Heresey, I know!

But, my brother in Albuquerque, whom I am visiting, boujght one a few weeks ago.

I adjusted and lubricated EVERYTHING, and for less than $80, it really is pretty decent (for an $80 bike).

All the gears shift smoothly, the brakes work, and after screwing the suspension to full tight, it works remarkably well.

p.s. I even "fit" it to him, and he says it feels MUCH better.




" You gotta start somewhere, and being in a college town, he should be able to resell it if and when he decides to step up.

I agree that getting started is the most important thing.

Often those of us in a hobby or sport forget that some people simply need to test the waters to see if they even like doing something we have come to love. As long as there are those of us willing to help them with whatever little problems they might have and are willing to welcome them into our circle of riding friends even a Xmart bike can be a worthwhile purchase. Getting them out of the house and onto a bike is more important than what they ride.
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