I’m looking for an entry level used mountain or hybrid bike to ride on trails with my son. What should I look4
I’ve been a road rider for several years on a classic 10 speed Bianchi. The tires are much too narrow for dirt/woods trails where my 10 yr old son likes to ride, so I’m looking for a more appropriate ride. Considering a used mountain or hybrid bike for less than $150. Any suggestions on where to start? Features? Brands?
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.
I would start by using your search engine on used bicycles and see what is out there. Maybe since you are familiar with Biachi – try that first. Bianchi sells Mountain bikes. There are lots of brands out there seems like the most I see are GT, Specialized, and Trek.
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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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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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