Hybrid or not?
08-20-15 | 05:45 AM
#3
Senior Member
Joined: Jan 2015
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From: Porter, Texas
Bikes: Trek Domane 5.2, Ridley Xfire, Giant Propel, KHS AeroComp
welcome to the forums... go to your lbs and tell them where you want to ride and what you want to accomplish...
they likely know your area better than we would and would have a better understanding of what it would take to accomplish your goals.
they likely know your area better than we would and would have a better understanding of what it would take to accomplish your goals.
08-20-15 | 06:53 AM
#4
Life is good
Joined: Jan 2001
Posts: 18,208
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From: Not far from the Withlacoochee Trail. 🚴🏻
Bikes: 2018 Lynskey Helix Pro
Welcome to Bike Forums.
+1 on what obed7 said. Your bike shop is your friend. The shop owner or manager can get you on the right bike once s/he know what your plans are. Good Luck.
+1 on what obed7 said. Your bike shop is your friend. The shop owner or manager can get you on the right bike once s/he know what your plans are. Good Luck.
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The Lord is merciful and gracious, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love. - Psalm 103:8
I am a cyclist. I am not the fastest or the fittest. But I will get to where I'm going with a smile on my face.
The Lord is merciful and gracious, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love. - Psalm 103:8
I am a cyclist. I am not the fastest or the fittest. But I will get to where I'm going with a smile on my face.
08-20-15 | 07:10 AM
#5
aka Phil Jungels
Joined: Apr 2005
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From: North Aurora, IL
Bikes: 08 Specialized Crosstrail Sport, 05 Sirrus Comp
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Last edited by Wanderer; 08-20-15 at 07:16 AM.
08-21-15 | 01:53 AM
#6
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Joined: May 2015
Posts: 62
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From: PDX
Bikes: 1990's Nishiki Hybrid, 1986 Bridgestone T700
Hey there
LBS is a good way to go. Also consider finding a good steel mtb frame, your local bike co-op, if there's one near you and learn to build your own. You'll learn lots and get just the bike you want. You might end up riding it for years!
LBS is a good way to go. Also consider finding a good steel mtb frame, your local bike co-op, if there's one near you and learn to build your own. You'll learn lots and get just the bike you want. You might end up riding it for years!
