looking at bikes.first time
06-30-12, 03:51 PM
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looking at bikes.first time
hello everyone, i have been browsing around the net and i have came down to a few bikes i would really like some help on choosing which one or what are some good options. this will be my first bike i have been wanting to get in cycling for a while finally a good amount of money to do so... im looking at the cervelo r3 sram rival this is my first choice then their is the pinarello quattro sram force which is second and last is cannondale supersix 3, i also have seen a post or two saying get a cheaper bike so you can get some better wheels.. i love the cervelo r3 but i seen a website that has the bob pinarello for 3000. all info appreciated
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06-30-12, 04:10 PM
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Go test ride them and figure out what you like. At that price point they're all going to be great. Really though, why not get something less expensive for your first bike to make sure you actually like it?
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went ever i start a hobbie i kinda dive in head first i usually learn pretty fast so i dont want a bike my progress level passed up in a few months i rather have a bike i can ave for a while before i need to purchase a new one or upgrade i would really like to do some local races as i get better also
06-30-12, 05:57 PM
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went ever i start a hobbie i kinda dive in head first i usually learn pretty fast so i dont want a bike my progress level passed up in a few months i rather have a bike i can ave for a while before i need to purchase a new one or upgrade i would really like to do some local races as i get better also
I second the looking at bikes that are a little less expensive and make sure you can test ride it preferably at a bike store where you can also ask questions.
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also punctuation is not used either i find it speeds up my wpm by at least 20 you should try it sometime
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went ever i start a hobbie i kinda dive in head first i usually learn pretty fast so i dont want a bike my progress level passed up in a few months i rather have a bike i can ave for a while before i need to purchase a new one or upgrade i would really like to do some local races as i get better also
One needs to be top riding condition to enjoy the bikes you listed.
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You expect me to read that gibberish and take you seriously?
Give me a break, new meat.
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Thanx to those that helped and I'm pretty condintioned from hiking and running and also being a Marine and I skateboard so my calf muscle are pretty good
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thanks dropdeadfred lmao
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Find a good bike shop, get a fitting (Retul or similar), with the amount of money your looking to spend, would hope they would give this to you FOC if you buy the bike from them, test ride, and choose the one which you like most.
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and also what is "foc"
