Beginner bike help
09-20-16 | 06:32 AM
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Beginner bike help
Hi guys, im new at MTB, and i got really cheap this bike: 
i need to do some fixes on him, so i was woundering is it worth it to spend money on this bike, the specifications are Aluminum frame -"17 inch.
21 speed Shimano Tourney ,
Full suspension,
DISC BRAKES front + rear!
Wheel size: 26 "
Off-road tires,
Rotary shifters on the steering - "REVOSHIFT"
Adjustability of the shock absorber,
Folding stand,
Size: ""17 inch.
THANKS!
i need to do some fixes on him, so i was woundering is it worth it to spend money on this bike, the specifications are Aluminum frame -"17 inch.
21 speed Shimano Tourney ,
Full suspension,
DISC BRAKES front + rear!
Wheel size: 26 "
Off-road tires,
Rotary shifters on the steering - "REVOSHIFT"
Adjustability of the shock absorber,
Folding stand,
Size: ""17 inch.
THANKS!
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09-21-16 | 01:17 AM
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You got it cheap because it's a cheap bike. Zoom fork, freewheel, quill stem, etc...
IMO the price of EUR 300 is about EUR 50 too high in comparison with other sources.
While that might look like a MTB, it's unlikely to hold up well to "true" off-road riding.
And the cheap suspension parts will make it heavy and energy-sapping to ride on roads.
Ride it gently.
Invest as little as possible in it.
And if you think MTBing is fun, start saving for a better bike.
IMO the price of EUR 300 is about EUR 50 too high in comparison with other sources.
While that might look like a MTB, it's unlikely to hold up well to "true" off-road riding.
And the cheap suspension parts will make it heavy and energy-sapping to ride on roads.
Ride it gently.
Invest as little as possible in it.
And if you think MTBing is fun, start saving for a better bike.
09-21-16 | 07:49 AM
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Bikes: '13 Trek Stache 8; '08 Giant Rincon
You got it cheap because it's a cheap bike. Zoom fork, freewheel, quill stem, etc...
IMO the price of EUR 300 is about EUR 50 too high in comparison with other sources.
While that might look like a MTB, it's unlikely to hold up well to "true" off-road riding.
And the cheap suspension parts will make it heavy and energy-sapping to ride on roads.
Ride it gently.
Invest as little as possible in it.
And if you think MTBing is fun, start saving for a better bike.
IMO the price of EUR 300 is about EUR 50 too high in comparison with other sources.
While that might look like a MTB, it's unlikely to hold up well to "true" off-road riding.
And the cheap suspension parts will make it heavy and energy-sapping to ride on roads.
Ride it gently.
Invest as little as possible in it.
And if you think MTBing is fun, start saving for a better bike.
09-21-16 | 12:06 PM
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[MENTION=114951]dabac[/MENTION] Thanks, rear axle is totally wreckt and i need new tiles for rear disc, and i peddals are ****ty too, so better to not invest in it... Can you give some models for about 150-200€ for used bike i preffer hardtile cuz of terrian im riding, and can you tell me what does relly mater while im buying hardtail bike?
09-21-16 | 01:02 PM
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What kind of terrain are you riding? That will help people suggest what to look for.
I wouldn't put a lot of money into the bike pictured above. It's one thing to spend a bit of money on parts that can be moved to a new bike, but dumping a ton of cash on it is another.
I wouldn't put a lot of money into the bike pictured above. It's one thing to spend a bit of money on parts that can be moved to a new bike, but dumping a ton of cash on it is another.
09-22-16 | 06:18 AM
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What kind of terrain are you riding? That will help people suggest what to look for.
I wouldn't put a lot of money into the bike pictured above. It's one thing to spend a bit of money on parts that can be moved to a new bike, but dumping a ton of cash on it is another.
I wouldn't put a lot of money into the bike pictured above. It's one thing to spend a bit of money on parts that can be moved to a new bike, but dumping a ton of cash on it is another.
09-22-16 | 10:53 AM
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With your budget, it might be a bit harder to find a brand new bike, but in time something will show up.
I have a full suspension XC bike that is nice, but also a steel hardtail that I got for bikepacking, and to be honest, I almost like it best. Finding an older steel mtb with decent components, might be your best bet right now with your budget.
09-24-16 | 12:21 AM
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For right now, I'd right the snot out of your current bike and save as much as you can for a new bike.
With your budget, it might be a bit harder to find a brand new bike, but in time something will show up.
I have a full suspension XC bike that is nice, but also a steel hardtail that I got for bikepacking, and to be honest, I almost like it best. Finding an older steel mtb with decent components, might be your best bet right now with your budget.
With your budget, it might be a bit harder to find a brand new bike, but in time something will show up.
I have a full suspension XC bike that is nice, but also a steel hardtail that I got for bikepacking, and to be honest, I almost like it best. Finding an older steel mtb with decent components, might be your best bet right now with your budget.
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