Comments for Mens Mountain Bike

Comment on What kind of reputation do Specialized mountain bikes have? by David S

David S — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 04:35:59 +0000

in my opinion specialized is better than all of those brands you mentioned. the average price for a specialized depends on what u want. their website is http://www.specialized.com and there u can see their prices
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Comment on What kind of reputation do Specialized mountain bikes have? by Peter D

Peter D — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 04:01:59 +0000

Yes they are good bikes and yes they are comparable to the other brands you’ve mentioned. There’s no average price for a Specialized bike unless you are after a specific model which would be sold for an average price, there’s many different models that range in price from hundreds of dollars to thousands of dollars.

As mentioned by another poster:

Quote – "They are actually regarded as a very exclusive manufacturer and have a great reputation for making high quality frames"

They aren’t what you call a ‘very exclusive manufacturer’, they are just a smaller company that isn’t as common if you compare them to a large company like Giant. Most of their frames are made in Taiwan by a bicycle company called Merida who is the 2nd largest bicycle manufacturer in the world they also own about 30% of Specialized. Some of their frames are even outsourced and made by Giant (also from Taiwan) who is the largest bicycle manufacturer in the world.
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Comment on what kind of shorts do i wear for mountain biking? by Ruusta

Ruusta — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 03:50:59 +0000

you get what you pay for in gear like that. Pearl Izumi makes great bike shorts, but they are awesome, sturdy and comfortable. If you are gonig to ride alot, get serious about your shorts. It will be money well spent.

You can also find some very good deals at http://www.performancebike.com
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Comment on I’m looking for an entry level used mountain or hybrid bike to ride on trails with my son. What should I look4 by sfcgijill

sfcgijill — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 03:36:59 +0000

I agree with cycleman- but only because I’m justifying to my dh why I need another new bike! And I have to ask- is there such a thing as a roadie that doesn’t want a new bike? grin

We’ve had great luck with eBay- just be sure to ask questions before purchasing, esp if the pics aren’t clear.

Some bike shops also consign used bikes- you might try there.
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Comment on Essential tools and accessories for mountain biking? by Nachzehrer

Nachzehrer — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 03:27:59 +0000

A all in one bike tool kit with screwdrivers, Allen wrenches, a chain rivet extractor, and a spoke wrench.
A flat repair kit. I have had a few flats in my life so this is a godsend, this contains tire levers, a tire tube, some tube patches.
And a small frame fit pump.
And possibly a seatbag to carry it in.
That is about it for repairs if you are a rough rider.
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Comment on What kind of reputation do Specialized mountain bikes have? by gregorycare

gregorycare — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 03:25:59 +0000

Specialized mountain bikes are excellent bikes. One thing you have to remember is that each of the manufacturers you listed make a whole range of bikes that are suitable for all types of uses.

It’s actually kinda hard to track down an authorized Specialized dealer. They have very few retailers around the US. They are actually regarded as a very exclusive manufacturer and have a great reputation for making high quality frames. Their high performance bikes can cost as much as $7000-$8000. These are full carbon, dual suspension with the highest end components.

Cutting to the chase, their mid-range mountain bike, the Stumpjumper with disc brakes and good components has an MSRP of about $1000.

EDIT: Okay, the guy below caught me. I evidently don’t know what I’m talking about. Apparently Specialized now (like nearly every bike manufacturer on the planet) gets their frames from some Asian producer. In terms of widely-available bikes (not some small, boutique road bike manufacturer), most bike frames are produced in Asia. Only some Cannondales and Trek’s OCLV road bikes (Madone, etc.) are made in the US. So then the question is, how does the frame perform? Specialized has a reputation for producing great bikes and their frames, even if they do come from Asia, are usually well-made. Giant actually does produce good stuff and they stand by their warranty very well.

All of this origin of the frame stuff doesn’t really matter, it’s just a game of "gotcha" for cyclists. Point is, they make very good bikes and chances are you’ll be happy with one if you get it.
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http://www.specialized.com/bc/SBCBkSection.jsp?ssid=08MTB

Comment on I’m looking for an entry level used mountain or hybrid bike to ride on trails with my son. What should I look4 by Cyclemania

Cyclemania — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 03:12:59 +0000

Why draw the line @ $150? If you were to pay 150 for a used bike it would probably make sense to get it tuned up by a bike shop (to make sure it is safe) which would probably cost around $45. So you'd end up paying $200 for a used bike when you could probably buy a brand new one (trek, specialized, giant) for about $230. Especially this time of year, the bike shops are dead! That's not to say you couldn't find a deal @ 150 if you were to look for a while. Maybe try cragslist.
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Comment on what kind of shorts do i wear for mountain biking? by parasenorita

parasenorita — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 03:04:59 +0000

the brand fox makes a lot of these shorts. ideally you want something with a little padding and is a moisture-wicking materials. found some affordable stuff on amazon

http://www.amazon.com/s/qid=1215547261/ref=sr_nr_n_3?ie=UTF8&rs=1040658&bbn=1045560&rnid=1040658&rh=n%3A1036592%2Cp%5F4%3AFox%2Cn%3A1040658%2Cn%3A1045560
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Comment on What kind of reputation do Specialized mountain bikes have? by iceberg243

iceberg243 — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 02:57:59 +0000

you know, i had that thought the other day, i saw this old lady riding a specialized mt bike. i just figure they are not better or worse than the nice treks, schwinns, etc. im gonna guess $400 at least, $1000 at most. dont take my word for it though
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Comment on Essential tools and accessories for mountain biking? by Dan

Dan — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 02:53:59 +0000

My typical list:

backpack with hydration bladder – only put water in it or you will have to clean it regularly
water bottle with some sort of electrolyte or energy drink (dishwasher safe)
1 spare tube (sometimes one is not enough)
1 patch kit
tire levers (at least 2)
multi-tool, preferably one with a chain breaker, Allen wrenches to fit all bolts on your bike and screwdrivers to fit derailleur adjustment screws
small handlebar LED light or small Mag light for backpack
spare chain links and SRAM powerlink – make sure you get the right one for your drivetrain as they have different ones for 7, 8 and 9 speed.
spare derailleur hanger (if your bike has a replaceable hanger)
spare chain ring bolt
spare spoke nipple
rag
chain lube
small first aid kit
tire pump
small length of duct tape (wrapped around tire pump)
zip ties (varying lengths)
personal ID and medical information
cell phone
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Many years of mountain biking long distances in remote areas.