Need advice on bike for ACTIVE son (7Yrs)
02-20-07, 04:18 AM
#26
Senior Member
Join Date: Oct 2005
Location: Manchester, England
Posts: 4,038
Bikes: T1 Ruben
Mentioned: 0 Post(s)
Tagged: 0 Thread(s)
Quoted: 0 Post(s)
Likes: 0
Liked 0 Times
in
0 Posts
Originally Posted by Rev.Chuck
Beware the 18" wheel bicycle, the tires and tubes can be hard to come by.
You will need to bump your budget if buy from the LBS, at least $160 and probably around $200 for a true BMX. But the bike wil be assembled,and there will be service after the sale.
AND
Is he looking for a BMX or do you just want a simple bike(one without gears)?
What is his inseam? This is a bigger factor for fit than his age.
My recommends:
for the money: Giant Frantic or Specialized Hotrock 20" $160ish These are really what you are looking for.
More money, tougher bike: Giant Modem or Rhythm, Specialized Fuse, or a Redline Raid
You will need to bump your budget if buy from the LBS, at least $160 and probably around $200 for a true BMX. But the bike wil be assembled,and there will be service after the sale.
AND
Is he looking for a BMX or do you just want a simple bike(one without gears)?
What is his inseam? This is a bigger factor for fit than his age.
My recommends:
for the money: Giant Frantic or Specialized Hotrock 20" $160ish These are really what you are looking for.
More money, tougher bike: Giant Modem or Rhythm, Specialized Fuse, or a Redline Raid
Tubes are easy to find (well they are for me) and tires may be a problem but they'd last for ages anyway.
The bike recommendations = Poo, go for the Hoffman in my opinion
02-20-07, 08:45 AM
#27
Dig.
Join Date: Mar 2005
Location: VA
Posts: 6,168
Bikes: FTW, Gunnar Roadie, Open U.P, Gunnar Rock Hound, S&M CCR
Mentioned: 0 Post(s)
Tagged: 0 Thread(s)
Quoted: 0 Post(s)
Likes: 0
Liked 0 Times
in
0 Posts
Originally Posted by Rev.Chuck
Beware the 18" wheel bicycle, the tires and tubes can be hard to come by.
You will need to bump your budget if buy from the LBS, at least $160 and probably around $200 for a true BMX. But the bike wil be assembled,and there will be service after the sale.
AND
Is he looking for a BMX or do you just want a simple bike(one without gears)?
What is his inseam? This is a bigger factor for fit than his age.
My recommends:
for the money: Giant Frantic or Specialized Hotrock 20" $160ish These are really what you are looking for.
More money, tougher bike: Giant Modem or Rhythm, Specialized Fuse, or a Redline Raid
You will need to bump your budget if buy from the LBS, at least $160 and probably around $200 for a true BMX. But the bike wil be assembled,and there will be service after the sale.
AND
Is he looking for a BMX or do you just want a simple bike(one without gears)?
What is his inseam? This is a bigger factor for fit than his age.
My recommends:
for the money: Giant Frantic or Specialized Hotrock 20" $160ish These are really what you are looking for.
More money, tougher bike: Giant Modem or Rhythm, Specialized Fuse, or a Redline Raid
Stick with a Hoffman or DK 18". You'll be able to find tubes/tires.
02-23-07, 08:44 AM
#28
Junior Member
Thread Starter
Join Date: Feb 2007
Posts: 7
Mentioned: 0 Post(s)
Tagged: 0 Thread(s)
Quoted: 0 Post(s)
Likes: 0
Liked 0 Times
in
0 Posts
First of all, you guys crack me up! My boyfriend and I really enjoy the way you guys carry on about this topic and stray from it as well. I would have to say that you all have been perfect gentlemen... as for the question about me being an 'ACTIVE' mom... I did not take it in an offensive manner. Yes I am active and try to set a good example for my kids. I want them to know that it is important to get out and do something.
So back to the topic of discussion... I am looking for a brand carried at the local bike shops... I would like for my son to be able to try the bike out before we make the purchase.
To answer some of those questions floating out there... I think that a 16" will suit him fine, he is almost 4' tall. Yes I am looking for a basic bike for him, no gears.
So back to the topic of discussion... I am looking for a brand carried at the local bike shops... I would like for my son to be able to try the bike out before we make the purchase.
To answer some of those questions floating out there... I think that a 16" will suit him fine, he is almost 4' tall. Yes I am looking for a basic bike for him, no gears.
02-23-07, 08:52 AM
#29
Junior Member
Thread Starter
Join Date: Feb 2007
Posts: 7
Mentioned: 0 Post(s)
Tagged: 0 Thread(s)
Quoted: 0 Post(s)
Likes: 0
Liked 0 Times
in
0 Posts
Just a quick add.... Here are a few of the bikes offered by the local bike shop... pick them apart to your discression...
1. Mirra CO Intro
2. Haro Nyquist R2
3. Haro Z1
Any one of these bikes better than the next?
1. Mirra CO Intro
2. Haro Nyquist R2
3. Haro Z1
Any one of these bikes better than the next?
02-23-07, 09:21 AM
#30
Senior Member
Join Date: Dec 2006
Location: California
Posts: 1,428
Bikes: 2008 Kink Transition with upgrades, 2007 Haro Thread 1 with upgrades.
Mentioned: 0 Post(s)
Tagged: 0 Thread(s)
Quoted: 0 Post(s)
Likes: 0
Liked 0 Times
in
0 Posts
The Haro Nyquist R2 would be a bit too big, because thats a 20 inch. Mirra Co is also 20 inch. The haro Z1 is still 20 inch, but a bit small since its made for smaller kids. Try to ask them if they have any 16 inch or 18 inches i bet they do, they could probably order some also.
02-23-07, 11:05 AM
#31
The Red Lantern
Join Date: Apr 2003
Location: Raleigh NC
Posts: 5,965
Mentioned: 0 Post(s)
Tagged: 0 Thread(s)
Quoted: 1 Post(s)
Likes: 0
Liked 0 Times
in
0 Posts
If he is near four feet, he will need a twenty, and would even fit some 24" bikes(small mountian bikes, but that is not what you are looking for)
__________________
Are you a registered member? Why not? click here to register. Its free, and only takes 27 seconds!
Help out the forums, abide by our community guidelines.
I am in the woods and I have gone crazy.
Are you a registered member? Why not? click here to register. Its free, and only takes 27 seconds!
Help out the forums, abide by our community guidelines.
I am in the woods and I have gone crazy.
02-23-07, 11:05 AM
#32
Dig.
Join Date: Mar 2005
Location: VA
Posts: 6,168
Bikes: FTW, Gunnar Roadie, Open U.P, Gunnar Rock Hound, S&M CCR
Mentioned: 0 Post(s)
Tagged: 0 Thread(s)
Quoted: 0 Post(s)
Likes: 0
Liked 0 Times
in
0 Posts
Originally Posted by salesmom
Just a quick add.... Here are a few of the bikes offered by the local bike shop... pick them apart to your discression...
1. Mirra CO Intro
2. Haro Nyquist R2
3. Haro Z1
Any one of these bikes better than the next?
1. Mirra CO Intro
2. Haro Nyquist R2
3. Haro Z1
Any one of these bikes better than the next?
But i think at 4ft a 16" is too small. 18" or 20" for sure.
This is the bike i would go with..but you probly can't get it at your local shop but that mailorder is pretty good and they will get it too you pretty much fully assembled. The rest of the assembly you and your boyfriend could do. And if you don't feel comfortable you could take it to a shop and have them do it.
https://www.danscomp.com/101320.php?cat=BIKES
02-23-07, 02:40 PM
#33
Baned.
Join Date: Feb 2005
Posts: 3,992
Mentioned: 0 Post(s)
Tagged: 0 Thread(s)
Quoted: 0 Post(s)
Likes: 0
Liked 0 Times
in
0 Posts
Originally Posted by salesmom
as for the question about me being an 'ACTIVE' mom... I did not take it in an offensive manner. Yes I am active and try to set a good example for my kids. I want them to know that it is important to get out and do something.
Ps. i agree with kinetik on the bike
02-23-07, 06:20 PM
#34
I rule with a mighty leg
Join Date: Jan 2006
Location: Smithtown, NY
Posts: 8,571
Bikes: Fit Pro custom
Mentioned: 0 Post(s)
Tagged: 0 Thread(s)
Quoted: 0 Post(s)
Likes: 0
Liked 0 Times
in
0 Posts
haha. it took me a while, but I got it mude. props.
__________________
I am Gunz. Gunz are me.
I am Gunz. Gunz are me.
02-23-07, 07:54 PM
#35
Senior Member
Join Date: Nov 2004
Location: Between the mountains and the lake.
Posts: 16,681
Bikes: 8 bikes - one for each day of the week!
Mentioned: 1 Post(s)
Tagged: 0 Thread(s)
Quoted: 0 Post(s)
Likes: 0
Liked 3 Times
in
3 Posts
Wow, you guys are almost behaving.
Buy local, not off the web. Your LBS will be interested in building a relationship with you, since they'll want your future business as well. And if he's tough on bikes, you're more likely to get better service on a bike you bought from them over one you bought online.
Buy local, not off the web. Your LBS will be interested in building a relationship with you, since they'll want your future business as well. And if he's tough on bikes, you're more likely to get better service on a bike you bought from them over one you bought online.
02-24-07, 08:35 AM
#36
Dig.
Join Date: Mar 2005
Location: VA
Posts: 6,168
Bikes: FTW, Gunnar Roadie, Open U.P, Gunnar Rock Hound, S&M CCR
Mentioned: 0 Post(s)
Tagged: 0 Thread(s)
Quoted: 0 Post(s)
Likes: 0
Liked 0 Times
in
0 Posts
Originally Posted by Brian
Wow, you guys are almost behaving.
Buy local, not off the web. Your LBS will be interested in building a relationship with you, since they'll want your future business as well. And if he's tough on bikes, you're more likely to get better service on a bike you bought from them over one you bought online.
Buy local, not off the web. Your LBS will be interested in building a relationship with you, since they'll want your future business as well. And if he's tough on bikes, you're more likely to get better service on a bike you bought from them over one you bought online.
Don't get me wrong supporting local shops is alot better then mailordering but if they can't get what you want...there's not really another choice.
02-24-07, 09:20 AM
#37
Perpetual n00b
Join Date: May 2004
Location: Farmington, NM
Posts: 3,918
Bikes: '18 Kona Explosif, '18 Sunday Primer BMX, Giant Roam (ss converted), Old Peugeot (SS converted, broken)
Mentioned: 0 Post(s)
Tagged: 0 Thread(s)
Quoted: 4 Post(s)
Likes: 0
Liked 2 Times
in
1 Post
It's just one bike, if he sticks with riding he'll get more, and I doubt any decent bikes from a bike shop would be bad enough to make him give it up just based on the bike.
02-24-07, 09:55 AM
#38
Senior Member
Join Date: Dec 2006
Location: California
Posts: 1,428
Bikes: 2008 Kink Transition with upgrades, 2007 Haro Thread 1 with upgrades.
Mentioned: 0 Post(s)
Tagged: 0 Thread(s)
Quoted: 0 Post(s)
Likes: 0
Liked 0 Times
in
0 Posts
The hoffman rythmn is a nice bike. My little brothers friend has a 06, i rode it, it felt really nice. But you should talk to your lbs and see if they have a bikes, also ask your son what he would like too.
02-25-07, 08:28 AM
#39
Dig.
Join Date: Mar 2005
Location: VA
Posts: 6,168
Bikes: FTW, Gunnar Roadie, Open U.P, Gunnar Rock Hound, S&M CCR
Mentioned: 0 Post(s)
Tagged: 0 Thread(s)
Quoted: 0 Post(s)
Likes: 0
Liked 0 Times
in
0 Posts
Originally Posted by Punx
The hoffman rythmn is a nice bike. My little brothers friend has a 06, i rode it, it felt really nice. But you should talk to your lbs and see if they have a bikes, also ask your son what he would like too.
Stick with the 18" Hoffman. And see if your local bike shop can get it.
02-25-07, 09:22 AM
#40
Senior Member
Join Date: Dec 2006
Location: California
Posts: 1,428
Bikes: 2008 Kink Transition with upgrades, 2007 Haro Thread 1 with upgrades.
Mentioned: 0 Post(s)
Tagged: 0 Thread(s)
Quoted: 0 Post(s)
Likes: 0
Liked 0 Times
in
0 Posts
Originally Posted by KinetikBiker
Not to offend her or her son but i'm sure he wont know/care enough for anything about the bike but it's color and maybe size.
Stick with the 18" Hoffman. And see if your local bike shop can get it.
Stick with the 18" Hoffman. And see if your local bike shop can get it.
02-25-07, 12:55 PM
#41
I rule with a mighty leg
Join Date: Jan 2006
Location: Smithtown, NY
Posts: 8,571
Bikes: Fit Pro custom
Mentioned: 0 Post(s)
Tagged: 0 Thread(s)
Quoted: 0 Post(s)
Likes: 0
Liked 0 Times
in
0 Posts
Originally Posted by KinetikBiker
This is true...but the Hoffman 18" would be alot better for him and i doubt his local bike shop can get Hoffman. I figure if they buy the bike online and take it in to be assembled they can kinda get the best of both worlds. You should definatley check to see if you can special order the Hoffman 18" from your local shop though.
Don't get me wrong supporting local shops is alot better then mailordering but if they can't get what you want...there's not really another choice.
Don't get me wrong supporting local shops is alot better then mailordering but if they can't get what you want...there's not really another choice.
__________________
I am Gunz. Gunz are me.
I am Gunz. Gunz are me.
02-25-07, 04:59 PM
#43
\,,/(^_^)\,,/
Join Date: Sep 2003
Location: Minneapolis, MN
Posts: 869
Bikes: Surly 1x1 Xtracycle, '01 Haro Flair Dave Mirra
Mentioned: 0 Post(s)
Tagged: 0 Thread(s)
Quoted: 0 Post(s)
Likes: 0
Liked 0 Times
in
0 Posts
Originally Posted by Punx
When i was a little kid, color would matter. But it wouldnt be everything. I agree with Kinetik try to get your LBS to order the 18' hoffman.
__________________
You know you're getting old when you look at a beautiful 19-year-old girl and you find yourself thinking, "Gee, I wonder what her mother looks like?"
You know you're getting old when you look at a beautiful 19-year-old girl and you find yourself thinking, "Gee, I wonder what her mother looks like?"
02-25-07, 05:16 PM
#44
Dig.
Join Date: Mar 2005
Location: VA
Posts: 6,168
Bikes: FTW, Gunnar Roadie, Open U.P, Gunnar Rock Hound, S&M CCR
Mentioned: 0 Post(s)
Tagged: 0 Thread(s)
Quoted: 0 Post(s)
Likes: 0
Liked 0 Times
in
0 Posts
Originally Posted by gnr rocker
Your 13.
I can't belive i'm defending him but...he's less of a 'n00b' then you are.
02-25-07, 06:03 PM
#45
Baned.
Join Date: Feb 2005
Posts: 3,992
Mentioned: 0 Post(s)
Tagged: 0 Thread(s)
Quoted: 0 Post(s)
Likes: 0
Liked 0 Times
in
0 Posts
Originally Posted by KinetikBiker
I can't belive i'm defending him but...he's less of a 'n00b' then you are.
02-25-07, 06:21 PM
#48
The Red Lantern
Join Date: Apr 2003
Location: Raleigh NC
Posts: 5,965
Mentioned: 0 Post(s)
Tagged: 0 Thread(s)
Quoted: 1 Post(s)
Likes: 0
Liked 0 Times
in
0 Posts
My bikes are older than most of you.
__________________
Are you a registered member? Why not? click here to register. Its free, and only takes 27 seconds!
Help out the forums, abide by our community guidelines.
I am in the woods and I have gone crazy.
Are you a registered member? Why not? click here to register. Its free, and only takes 27 seconds!
Help out the forums, abide by our community guidelines.
I am in the woods and I have gone crazy.
02-25-07, 07:11 PM
#50
The Red Lantern
Join Date: Apr 2003
Location: Raleigh NC
Posts: 5,965
Mentioned: 0 Post(s)
Tagged: 0 Thread(s)
Quoted: 1 Post(s)
Likes: 0
Liked 0 Times
in
0 Posts
I gave my RedWing loggers, bought in 1984, to my brother. Resoled them three times.
Oldest regular use bike, '78 Trek 531 tubing, converted to fixed. Second oldest, '91 Yamaguchi track. I got a late 80s Haro MTB setup as a noslack single speed grocery getter but it mostly hangs.
Oldest regular use bike, '78 Trek 531 tubing, converted to fixed. Second oldest, '91 Yamaguchi track. I got a late 80s Haro MTB setup as a noslack single speed grocery getter but it mostly hangs.
__________________
Are you a registered member? Why not? click here to register. Its free, and only takes 27 seconds!
Help out the forums, abide by our community guidelines.
I am in the woods and I have gone crazy.
Are you a registered member? Why not? click here to register. Its free, and only takes 27 seconds!
Help out the forums, abide by our community guidelines.
I am in the woods and I have gone crazy.