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Title: In the market for a bike
Post by: Chingon on May 26, 2009, 12:19:00 PM: as in bicycle.

Any rec's?

keep in mind while I am very wealthy, I got that way by being frugal so lets try to keep the price under control.

I will use it mostly as a commuting bike, no mountain trails or extreme-y style antics from me.
Title: Re: In the market for a bike
Post by: The1BigWillie on May 26, 2009, 12:24:51 PM: (http://www.jonco48.com/blog/bike1_small.jpg)
Title: Re: In the market for a bike
Post by: yoga-lika_abana on May 26, 2009, 12:25:48 PM: beach cruiser w/ an electric motor.
Title: Re: In the market for a bike
Post by: ew2x4 on May 26, 2009, 12:27:21 PM: Walmart Huffy.
Title: Re: In the market for a bike
Post by: CrushNasty on May 26, 2009, 12:28:48 PM: :party: :drink: :drink: :drink: :drink: :drink: :drink: :drink: :drink: :drink: :party:

:Driving:
:coplights: :coplights:
:cop:
:jblein:
:jail:
:whatthe:
:order:
:TTrialE:

:dunno:
Title: Re: In the market for a bike
Post by: Kat Kid on May 26, 2009, 12:33:30 PM: big poppis. Aggieville.
Title: Re: In the market for a bike
Post by: Chingon on May 26, 2009, 12:34:52 PM: Quote from: Kat Kid on May 26, 2009, 12:33:30 PM
big poppis. Aggieville.
Will Big Papi screw me over?
Local bike shops are pretty good at jacking up the prices and pushing the most expensive bikes
Do you trust them?

Any specific bikes?
Title: Re: In the market for a bike
Post by: michigancat on May 26, 2009, 12:36:50 PM: get a trek from a local dealer. Like a 7000 or 7100. A hybrid. Not a mountain bike, but can handle some easy dirt trails.
Title: Re: In the market for a bike
Post by: Kat Kid on May 26, 2009, 12:38:47 PM: Quote from: Chingon on May 26, 2009, 12:34:52 PM
Quote from: Kat Kid on May 26, 2009, 12:33:30 PM
big poppis. Aggieville.
Will Big Papi screw me over?
Local bike shops are pretty good at jacking up the prices and pushing the most expensive bikes
Do you trust them?

Any specific bikes?

They seem fine. Bought a basket and got bikes serviced and they weren't pushy at all. Said it may take till Wednesday, but worked ahead and finished the same day. They have cool kid bikes there. You're a cool kid, figure you'd want one.

$400-800 for a nice cruiser with fat beach tires. $600-$1200 for like a racing bike.

We have two 25-35 year old Schwinns. Bikes last forever.
Title: Re: In the market for a bike
Post by: Chingon on May 26, 2009, 12:41:00 PM: Sweet as!

I'll probably give them a visit this week.
Title: Re: In the market for a bike
Post by: steve dave on May 26, 2009, 12:42:00 PM: Quote from: Chingon on May 26, 2009, 12:41:00 PM
Sweet as!

I'll probably give them a visit this week.

Also go to that weird pet store
Title: Re: In the market for a bike
Post by: Chingon on May 26, 2009, 12:45:30 PM: Quote from: steve dave on May 26, 2009, 12:42:00 PM
Quote from: Chingon on May 26, 2009, 12:41:00 PM
Sweet as!

I'll probably give them a visit this week.

Also go to that weird pet store

Will do, maybe pick up some bearded dragons or something.
Title: Re: In the market for a bike
Post by: Dirty Sanchez on May 26, 2009, 12:52:07 PM: Quote from: The1BigWillie on May 26, 2009, 12:24:51 PM
(http://www.jonco48.com/blog/bike1_small.jpg)

Cabelas carried those last Christmas. Everyone referred to them as Pee Wee Herman bikes.
Title: Re: In the market for a bike
Post by: fatty fat fat on May 26, 2009, 12:55:48 PM: having a bike place in aggieville = bigtime
Title: Re: In the market for a bike
Post by: michigancat on May 26, 2009, 02:08:28 PM: seriously, riding a bike just makes you feel better than everyone else. you're smarter, look more fit, better for the environment, can get pissed at people on cell phones, etc. doesn't get much more elite than that.
Title: Re: In the market for a bike
Post by: fatty fat fat on May 26, 2009, 02:56:25 PM: Quote from: michigancat on May 26, 2009, 02:08:28 PM
seriously, riding a bike just makes you feel better than everyone else. you're smarter, look more fit, better for the environment, can get pissed at people on cell phones, etc. doesn't get much more elite than that.

nope. wrong. you're right, but only a certain type of person can pull it off. you have to be trim, fit and elite already. you can't start pathetic and expect to begin the bike culture; or i'll be there to make fun.
Title: Re: In the market for a bike
Post by: cas on May 26, 2009, 03:11:25 PM: also in the market for a bike. one of the top informal date requests for the active person.
Title: Re: In the market for a bike
Post by: steve dave on May 26, 2009, 03:13:53 PM: Quote from: cas on May 26, 2009, 03:11:25 PM
one of the top informal date requests for the active person.

great point
Title: Re: In the market for a bike
Post by: pissclams on May 26, 2009, 03:21:36 PM: step 1: buy bike
step 1: buy helmet

i had a massive wreck last weekend that, had i not been wearing a helmet, could have resulted in my untimely demise.
Title: Re: In the market for a bike
Post by: Saulbadguy on May 26, 2009, 03:25:30 PM: I bought a bike from target, cheap one, with the idea of riding it around everywhere instead of a car. I got a couple miles away from my house and almost died, had to carry the thing back with me. Now the bike has flat tires, sitting in my garage.

:'byecruelworld:
Title: Re: In the market for a bike
Post by: michigancat on May 26, 2009, 03:30:17 PM: Quote from: Saulbadguy on May 26, 2009, 03:25:30 PM
I bought a bike from target, cheap one, with the idea of riding it around everywhere instead of a car. I got a couple miles away from my house and almost died, had to carry the thing back with me. Now the bike has flat tires, sitting in my garage.

:'byecruelworld:

I've heard that's exactly why you want to get a "real" brand to start out. :dunno:
Title: Re: In the market for a bike
Post by: Bookcat on May 26, 2009, 03:31:57 PM: (http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k94/kosmikos/Bike%20Photos/FujiTeamV2.jpg)

2009 Team Fuji

the 2007 Fuji was voted the #1 road bike priced under $1200 by roadbikereview.com (an independent study)

This is the same great frame, easlily upgradeable, Shimano/Ultegra, 2 ring front........and more than worthy as a commuter bike.

Would suggest not locking something like this up in public. (take it inside with you if the bike will be out of your sight for a long period of time)
Title: Re: In the market for a bike
Post by: fatty fat fat on May 26, 2009, 03:32:35 PM: book, do hardcore runners resent bicyclers? (please say yes)
Title: Re: In the market for a bike
Post by: steve dave on May 26, 2009, 03:32:48 PM: Quote from: pissclams on May 26, 2009, 03:21:36 PM
step 1: buy bike
step 1: buy helmet

i had a massive wreck last weekend that, had i not been wearing a helmet, could have resulted in my untimely demise.

Ya, but when you are seated on a bike you can cruise around and look into second story windows.
Title: Re: In the market for a bike
Post by: Saulbadguy on May 26, 2009, 03:33:28 PM: Quote from: michigancat on May 26, 2009, 03:30:17 PM
Quote from: Saulbadguy on May 26, 2009, 03:25:30 PM
I bought a bike from target, cheap one, with the idea of riding it around everywhere instead of a car. I got a couple miles away from my house and almost died, had to carry the thing back with me. Now the bike has flat tires, sitting in my garage.

:'byecruelworld:

I've heard that's exactly why you want to get a "real" brand to start out. :dunno:
More of a reflection on me being terribly out of shape than the bike being a POS. Both are true but I think I could have managed better if I wasn't so lazy.
Title: Re: In the market for a bike
Post by: Saulbadguy on May 26, 2009, 03:34:44 PM: Doesn't get any better than this, folks.

(http://ep.yimg.com/ip/I/yhst-18309642649690_2055_332633833)
Title: Re: In the market for a bike
Post by: fatty fat fat on May 26, 2009, 03:35:46 PM: Quote
More of a reflection on me being terribly out of shape than the bike being a POS. Both are true but I think I could have managed better if I wasn't so lazy.

biker elitists intimidate you? that can be tough to overcome.
Title: Re: In the market for a bike
Post by: Bookcat on May 26, 2009, 03:36:28 PM: Quote from: fatty fat fat on May 26, 2009, 03:32:35 PM
book, do hardcore runners resent bicyclers? (please say yes)

yes. until they convert. lol

I know of a lot of older road bikers who were once runners who's knees and hips have gone to junk or can't take the constant punishment of running half marathons or marathons. I'm a good example. I'm 31 and I have chronic knee pain from my drive leg which then affects my opposite hip when favoring the other leg...and so on. Biking relieves alot of the pain.

Road biking is a great way to enjoy the Flint Hills, get some sun, burn a crap ton of calories...with little impact.
Title: Re: In the market for a bike
Post by: Saulbadguy on May 26, 2009, 03:37:27 PM: Quote from: fatty fat fat on May 26, 2009, 03:35:46 PM
Quote
More of a reflection on me being terribly out of shape than the bike being a POS. Both are true but I think I could have managed better if I wasn't so lazy.

biker elitists intimidate you? that can be tough to overcome.
I like any type of elitist to be honest. I dislike those who are just casually in to anything. If you are going to be "in" to something, might as well go %100 in to it.
Title: Re: In the market for a bike
Post by: treysolid on May 26, 2009, 03:38:54 PM: if you are going to bike solely as a commuter and not for trails, etc...then the trek valencia is a good bike to consider.
Title: Re: In the market for a bike
Post by: fatty fat fat on May 26, 2009, 03:40:47 PM: this is a great thread. i'd love mhk to become some sort of bikers paradise. would be another nice "asian" in the armor (along w/parking garage (skywalk), AA flights, NBAF, etc..)
Title: Re: In the market for a bike
Post by: steve dave on May 26, 2009, 03:41:40 PM: Make sure you get the kind where the brakes are in the pedals when you push backward. Much better for slide outs.
Title: Re: In the market for a bike
Post by: slucat on May 26, 2009, 03:42:09 PM: I have a road bike, but wish it were a mountain bike.
road tires go flat too easy
Title: Re: In the market for a bike
Post by: applegate on May 26, 2009, 03:42:39 PM: If you're going to be commuting, go the road bike route. The skinnier tires will make you hate life a lot less and get you to work in about half the time/sweat loss. Plus, you get the chance to creep people out by wearing spandex into your office. I'd agree that a name brand is the way to go. Try craigslist...most importantly, get a frame that fits. With a name bike, the worst case scenario is that you resell it in 2 months for about the same price you paid (assuming you buy a decent used bike off cl).
Title: Re: In the market for a bike
Post by: Bookcat on May 26, 2009, 03:43:38 PM: Quote from: slucat on May 26, 2009, 03:42:09 PM
I have a road bike, but wish it were a mountain bike.
road tires go flat too easy

taht is the biggest complaint. the tires are tiny...but you can go 20/mph against the wind if you're fit. (ahem saul) ;)

a patch kit will have you up and running again in 30 minutes if you have had practice with it
Title: Re: In the market for a bike
Post by: fatty fat fat on May 26, 2009, 03:44:41 PM: if you have a flat, remember to fill your tub. then, watch for bubbles.
Title: Re: In the market for a bike
Post by: Saulbadguy on May 26, 2009, 03:45:10 PM: Quote from: fatty fat fat on May 26, 2009, 03:40:47 PM
this is a great thread. i'd love mhk to become some sort of bikers paradise. would be another nice "asian" in the armor (along w/parking garage (skywalk), AA flights, NBAF, etc..)
Would prefer something weirder, like a segway paradise. Or hydrogen cars.
Title: Re: In the market for a bike
Post by: Saulbadguy on May 26, 2009, 03:46:39 PM: Razor scooter. I would want to pull a "McFly" and hang on to car bumpers until I eventually end up at my work.
Title: Re: In the market for a bike
Post by: Bookcat on May 26, 2009, 03:49:32 PM: Quote from: applegate on May 26, 2009, 03:42:39 PM
If you're going to be commuting, go the road bike route. The skinnier tires will make you hate life a lot less and get you to work in about half the time/sweat loss. Plus, you get the chance to creep people out by wearing spandex into your office. I'd agree that a name brand is the way to go. Try craigslist...most importantly, get a frame that fits. With a name bike, the worst case scenario is that you resell it in 2 months for about the same price you paid (assuming you buy a decent used bike off cl).

sorry, craiglist, for the most part, sucks for road bikes....most sellers will only sell local. Ebay is shaky too and you'll end up paying quite a bit for your bike as the bidding demand is high for the good ones sized 56-58cm.

Support and buy from your local bike shop. You'll pay a bit more but they will give you a small discount, and push your bike to the front of the line should you need repairs.
Title: Re: In the market for a bike
Post by: ChiefCatchacold on May 26, 2009, 04:12:53 PM: Quote from: slucat on May 26, 2009, 03:42:09 PM
I have a road bike, but wish it were a mountain bike.
road tires go flat too easy

continental ultra gatorskin tires (+ keeping proper pressure and not going off any sweet jumps) = never had a flat.

kono
Title: Re: In the market for a bike
Post by: krazykat on May 26, 2009, 04:31:08 PM: my bike. 06' trek 820

(http://www.bikes.msu.edu/stolen/pics/trek_820_orangesilver_06_m.jpg)
Title: Re: In the market for a bike
Post by: cyclist on May 27, 2009, 08:53:23 AM: Lots of good advice on this thread.

Here is my suggestion. Make sure you get all the options !:

(http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_4DnlL5mLAVo/Sh1AWklTS_I/AAAAAAAAAi4/dusWIugH9Co/s400/pendleton.jpg)
Title: Re: In the market for a bike
Post by: steve dave on May 27, 2009, 08:56:34 AM: Quote from: ChiefCatchacold on May 26, 2009, 04:12:53 PM
kono

lol, ccac should post more
Title: Re: In the market for a bike
Post by: Rick Daris on May 27, 2009, 09:02:06 AM: get pegs (front and back). you're welcome.
Title: Re: In the market for a bike
Post by: steve dave on May 27, 2009, 09:21:41 AM: Quote from: Rick Daris on May 27, 2009, 09:02:06 AM
get pegs (front and back). you're welcome.

Question: Two d00ds - One bike (front and back pegs). Does passenger ride front or back? Explain why. Followup: One d00d and one female passenger (attractive). Does she ride different pegs?
Title: Re: In the market for a bike
Post by: Rick Daris on May 27, 2009, 09:47:00 AM: Quote from: steve dave on May 27, 2009, 09:21:41 AM
Quote from: Rick Daris on May 27, 2009, 09:02:06 AM
get pegs (front and back). you're welcome.

Question: Two d00ds - One bike (front and back pegs). Does passenger ride front or back? Explain why. Followup: One d00d and one female passenger (attractive). Does she ride different pegs?

I think the front pegs are for tricks, some females and if you're trying to bike w/ three people. if it's just two guys, i'm pretty sure that peg guy is on the back pegs. always.
Title: Re: In the market for a bike
Post by: cireksu on May 27, 2009, 09:55:04 AM: most bike riders I see are fat and have Gigantor calves that look funny. Anyone else had this effect?
Title: Re: In the market for a bike
Post by: cyclist on May 27, 2009, 10:03:01 AM: Quote from: Rick Daris on May 27, 2009, 09:47:00 AM
Quote from: steve dave on May 27, 2009, 09:21:41 AM
Quote from: Rick Daris on May 27, 2009, 09:02:06 AM
get pegs (front and back). you're welcome.

Question: Two d00ds - One bike (front and back pegs). Does passenger ride front or back? Explain why. Followup: One d00d and one female passenger (attractive). Does she ride different pegs?

I think the front pegs are for tricks, some females and if you're trying to bike w/ three people. if it's just two guys, i'm pretty sure that peg guy is on the back pegs. always.

Good analysis, Rick ! I was thinking this thread was going to have to go to Classless Cats for a minute, what with SD's 'peg' question. :runaway:
Title: Re: In the market for a bike
Post by: slucat on May 27, 2009, 01:34:03 PM: (http://archive.giant-bicycles.com/images/_upload_us/bikes/models/zooms/2004/04-OCR-3-light-blue.jpg)

my ride.

I tried commuting a couple of times, but, a 30 mintue tire change is a big hassel, when I can drive to work instead in 8-10 minutes. And yeah, due to all the broken glass on the way to work (I work in da 'hood) I did have a flat at 7:50 one morning.
Title: Re: In the market for a bike
Post by: ew2x4 on May 27, 2009, 01:49:29 PM: Question- how does one get over the massive pain in the gooch/butthole area? like 4-5 blocks later and I'm toast.
Title: Re: In the market for a bike
Post by: steve dave on May 27, 2009, 01:50:24 PM: Quote from: ew2x4 on May 27, 2009, 01:49:29 PM
Question- how does one get over the massive pain in the gooch/butthole area? like 4-5 blocks later and I'm toast.

Stand on the pedals and coast like that for a while in between pedaling sessions.
Title: Re: In the market for a bike
Post by: Skycat on May 27, 2009, 02:36:56 PM: My area is lousy with bicycling elitists. Makes the idea of getting a bike very intimidating.
Title: Re: In the market for a bike
Post by: pissclams on May 27, 2009, 06:10:34 PM: Quote from: ew2x4 on May 27, 2009, 01:49:29 PM
Question- how does one get over the massive pain in the gooch/butthole area? like 4-5 blocks later and I'm toast.
it just takes a while to get used to then it doesn't hurt after a few weeks of riding
Title: Re: In the market for a bike
Post by: cyclist on May 27, 2009, 07:24:02 PM: Quote from: ew2x4 on May 27, 2009, 01:49:29 PM
Question- how does one get over the massive pain in the gooch/butthole area? like 4-5 blocks later and I'm toast.

They make gel-padded saddles. You still get sore, but it helps.
Title: Re: In the market for a bike
Post by: pissclams on May 27, 2009, 08:06:53 PM: my taint just got stronger
Title: Re: In the market for a bike
Post by: cyclist on May 27, 2009, 08:38:16 PM: Quote from: pissclams on May 27, 2009, 08:06:53 PM
my taint just got stronger

QFMFT. It turns to leather.
Title: Re: In the market for a bike
Post by: Chingon on June 28, 2009, 06:25:42 PM: URGENT UPDATE

bike purchased from Big Poppi's

(http://www.trophybikes.com/content/Image/bikes/palisade1.jpg)

but gun metal gray instead of blue

Chinogn mañana = :TTrialW:
Title: Re: In the market for a bike
Post by: krazykat on June 28, 2009, 06:38:20 PM: looks fast.
Title: Re: In the market for a bike
Post by: Rick Daris on June 28, 2009, 07:04:58 PM: brief moment of unbridled joy during the scrolling down of this thread. then i saw that the pclams post was a month old and he hasn't actually come back to life. :frown:
Title: Re: In the market for a bike
Post by: cyclist on June 28, 2009, 07:05:42 PM: Quote from: Chingon on June 28, 2009, 06:25:42 PM
URGENT UPDATE

bike purchased from Big Poppi's

(http://www.trophybikes.com/content/Image/bikes/palisade1.jpg)

but gun metal gray instead of blue

Chinogn mañana = :TTrialW:

Sweet !

:thumbsup:
Title: Re: In the market for a bike
Post by: Kat Kid on June 28, 2009, 11:03:43 PM: pretty awesome.

big poppi's go well so far?