newbie to bmx bikes
07-03-06, 06:12 PM
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newbie to bmx bikes
i'm just curious about bmx bikes, what are good bikes to start with ? about how fast can a skilled rider go on one? are they good for going from point a to b and doing tricks once in a while ? what should a newbie know before going out and buying one ?
07-04-06, 11:58 PM
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Go to dans comp, albes and empire bmx online. Find the entry level completes, anything in the 200$ range will suit you.
Its THe DK GENERAL LEE STOCK BIKE (2006) 24"
07-05-06, 10:15 PM
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If you want to cruise, buy a cruiser. If you want to ride street/park then buy a 21" street/park bike.
07-07-06, 09:01 AM
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Originally Posted by elduderino
Why is a six pack better than a cleveland? they are the same price?!
And its more expensive.
07-07-06, 11:00 AM
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It depends who you ask. I was going to get the cleveland.. but then I saw the Fit Pro and got that.
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07-08-06, 07:55 AM
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hmm i'm not sure what i want yet but i might go with the dk cleveland.
07-08-06, 08:26 AM
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Look at the Eastern - Element as well dude i'm currently looking at both but am prefering the element due to sealed headset and chromo rear wheel
07-09-06, 01:03 AM
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Originally Posted by premiumbmx2005
you remind me of the dude...from the big lebouski.
is that intentional?
is that intentional?
07-09-06, 08:15 AM
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Originally Posted by elduderino
Look at the Eastern - Element as well dude i'm currently looking at both but am prefering the element due to sealed headset and chromo rear wheel
They arent that great.
The DK or Fit will be alot better.
07-09-06, 10:14 PM
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A cruiser would be a good NYC bike if you're more interested in transport than tricks. But you'll need to lop 6-8 inches off the bars.
My advice would be to read everything in all the threads for about a week, then start posting.
My advice would be to read everything in all the threads for about a week, then start posting.
07-11-06, 12:13 AM
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easterns are ****? be serious
07-11-06, 12:21 AM
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I wouldn't say ****, they obviously are good bikes, but there are better, more reputable companies for sure.
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07-11-06, 05:38 AM
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Originally Posted by R Kritikal
easterns are ****? be serious
Theyre completes have some pretty nasty grips(unless you like blisters), tires(my freinds wore fast), bars(weird), stems(slip), pedals(almost every complete has those Wellgo cheasy pedals though) and brakes of course(like most stock bikes)
07-11-06, 01:42 PM
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I was goin to get the eastern jane 06, that was the best complete i say for around $500, but decided to go custom and get all good parts
