Wanting2bike

https://sacramento.craigslist.org/bik/4229355343.html
Any thoughts?

Wanting2bike

I would love to get this one, but I wouldn't have anyway of obtaining it. I don't have much mobility outside Davis!

Wanting2bike

Also, how is this one?
https://sacramento.craigslist.org/bik/4235463894.html

langa

I think they both look like good deals. Ultimately you will have to try them out to see what is best for you. The Trek may be more comfortable if you're not used to riding a bike, but you need to see how they feel when you're on them. Buying used bikes is hit or miss.

FWIW, I've bought 4 different bikes off craigslist over the years, but have probably tried out 15-20. In a couple cases it took me over a year to find what I was looking for, but I can be particular.

WestPablo

The guy says that he's 5' 11" and the bike is too small for him.

You're six feet tall!

langa

Another suggestion would be a cruiser. I lived in Sacramento for a few years and a lot of people would bar-hop on them downtown.

https://sacramento.craigslist.org/bik/4230538646.html
https://sacramento.craigslist.org/bik/4220600484.html
https://sacramento.craigslist.org/bik/4238516018.html

PhotoJoe 

I got your message. I agree that there can be costs associated with repairing ANY used bike, either right away or in the future. It is a risk that only you can decide if it's worth to you. I see that you state that this is just for riding around campus, no mention of getting more serious about riding as a hobby. If that's the case, I'd go with the rockhopper in a heartbeat. More upright position. You carrying a backpack? If yes, I'd really prefer the more upright position.

This scares me. I have a 20.5" RockHopper and I'm 6'2". This looks like a bigger frame than mine, though may be just an optical illusion. I'd email and ask what size the frame is. Mine was VERY comfortable for me. I could probably go bigger, but I'm not sure I'd want to.

Wanting2bike

https://www.amazon.com/Takara-Kabuto-...&keywords=bike
Is this bike good for me? Really wanting to know why it wouldn't be! Thanks!

WestPablo

No. This bike is not good for you, because it does not come in your size and it will have the same weight restrictions as the other fixie/single speed that I recommended earlier (the Dawes SST).

Many of us Clydes exceed recommended weight limits. That's why we must carefully select bicycles that will most likely support our weight. Therefore, I'd shoot for old mtbikes, cruisers, or fat bikes.

If I were you, I'd stick with steel frames (Cromo preferred), wide tires, and rigid forks.

* The best thing about the Beast, is the fact that it's inexpensive. That means that if it breaks or gets stolen, you can quite easily replace it. Also, if you join the Bike Kitchen co-op, they will help you to assemble, upgrade, and modify your bike whenever you get ready. Since you'll always be working on the Beast (until you get your weight down), you'll become somewhat of an expert "Beast mechanic".

BeginnerCycling

I like the Rockhopper mentioned above. Something like that, an older MTB with steel frame and rigid fork, will probably be a good bike for your purposes. However, if you want a bike that is "rated" for your size, in your price range you'll be pretty limited. Here's one option:

https://worksmancycles.com/shopsite_s.../cruisers.html

WestPablo

+1



Yes, I agree!

If you can swing it, this Cruiser is absolutely the way to go!

Of course, it's quite possible that just about any company producing steel cruisers could make the same claim about having large weight capacities. Most steel framed bikes that have been properly welded are extremely strong. That's especially so, when framed in diamond shapes.

* If the cruiser is not possible, then the Beast is still a cool option for only a 5 mile commute and a monthly visit to the co-op

JReade

I'm 225 Lbs and I ride a very similar hardrock with road tires on occasion. It's a smooth bike that rides great. I've made a few tweaks, but only because I wanted to, not because it needed it. You're running into the problem that a lot of tall guys have, is finding something in your size. I'm 6'5" and when a good bike that's my size shows up, I jump on it.

fietsbob

UC Davis , all you need is a 1 speed coaster brake cruiser, just a weighty rider needs the bike
to have a strong seatpost, underneath them

And as such, You get that separately.. dont expect it to already have one.

I found that Red Line had a 1" diameter Chromoly Seatpost .. that piece was very strong.

WestPablo

The Beast:

www.youtube.com/watch?v=K0h1SOnHqPs