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Last post: Nov 29, 2009 9:06 AM by hikenbike

TCameli

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Jul 21, 2009

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Nov 21, 2009 9:36 AM

I'm looking at getting into cycling to help get myself into shape. I am on a limited budget around and don't know where to begin. When I do searches for road bikes on the internet I find bikes for about $700 or more. I would love to get one of those bikes but its out of my current budget. I don't want to sit on my tail and wait til I can afford something better but I don't want to buy something that won't be servicable after a year. Does anyone have any suggestions of a bike for begginers who plans on upgrading in a year or two?

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JesseA2010

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1. Nov 21, 2009 8:06 PM

in response to: TCameli

Re: Just starting

First, what is your budget? Can't really give suggestions if we don't know what you can afford to spend.

I've been shopping around for a few months and have ridden everything out there in my price range ($1000). Right now I am still riding a Jamis mountain bike I got a little over a year ago for like $250. Then I put road slicks on it and that really helps on the road.

I can tell you that Performance Bikes will be having a great great sale the weekend after Thanksgiving...like 20% off!!!

Depending on your budget, I'd be happy to tell you the best stuff I've found and have considered.

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TCameli

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2. Nov 21, 2009 9:36 PM

in response to: JesseA2010

Re: Just starting

right now my budget is about 350. If I decide to take it to a more competetive level I will be upgrading in a year or two but for now I'm starting there or lower and see if this is a sport I wouldd like to invest more in to.

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JesseA2010

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3. Nov 21, 2009 10:15 PM

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Re: Just starting

I would say for that price the best bet I've found is on bikesdirect.com. Here in Dallas we have a Cycle Spectrum that is owned by Bikes Direct so I could actually see and ride a few of the bikes they offer. Pretty much hands down they sell bikes with groupos that no one can touch. You can find a few entry level bikes in your price range no problem there. Since you're new to the sport, you can always take it to a local bike shop and have them complete the assembly and tune up the bike for pretty cheap and you'll be on your way.

Then just ride, ride, ride. I've been riding on and off for a couple years but about 4 months ago decided to do it more consistently and now I'm hooked. Joined a local bike club and love riding with all kinds of different people in different places. It's a great way to get in shape and meet people and have fun.

Good luck. Let me know if I can help with anything.