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Calling all mountain bikers!

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ace_
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 So i went riding the other day and i like it, a lot. and now i want a bike.... Help with choosing a bike? I've got two here im thinking about.

http://kalamazoo.craigslist.org/bik/1210965369.html

http://kalamazoo.craigslist.org/bik/1222739364.html

I really dont know much so all your info would be sweeeet. Thanks

Jun 16 2009 6:30PM
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@skiinmitch
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go for the iron horse.
Jun 16 2009 6:34PM
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prontocuts.com
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both are pretty meh for price, you can get alot better bikes out there for that price
Jun 16 2009 6:46PM
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dylansiggers
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both are really heavy and shit. go on pinkbike.com and look at forums.

but the best idea would be to goto a bike shop
Jun 16 2009 6:53PM
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vincentlee223
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Word, go to pinkbike. Those cl links are way overpriced.
Jun 16 2009 7:05PM
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family_vacation
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I'd recommend staying away from the Dart fork.
Jun 16 2009 7:25PM
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chapz
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so im assuming you want like xcountry type frame? judging by those rides. like everyone else said, go on pinkbike buy and sell. theyll have a lot more
Jun 16 2009 7:27PM
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noparking
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what type of "mountain biking" are you going to be doing Dh or xc?
Jun 16 2009 7:40PM
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ace_
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^ no serious downhill i can think of... i live in michigan so not too many mountains etc. so mostly xc trails n stuff
Jun 16 2009 8:12PM
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ace_
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Here's the bike that i rode a few days ago, its my buddies and he's selling it to get some jeep bike i dunno but i can probably get  a better price on it.

http://kalamazoo.craigslist.org/bik/1205445525.html

yay? nay?

Jun 16 2009 8:18PM
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FUUUCK
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neither
Jun 16 2009 8:24PM
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FUUUCK
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that's the cheapest bike trek makes, it's not that great if you want to do any actual mountain biking. should be fine for really light riding though.

definitely make sure the chain isn't worn and the components are working.


and tell your friend he's an idiot for wanting a jeep bike.
Jun 16 2009 8:27PM
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vincentlee223
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Yeah, wtf?
Jun 16 2009 8:54PM
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fezz
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like everyone else said go to pinkbike.com buy and sell you can probably find a nice giant or trek on there for 400-500
Jun 16 2009 10:32PM
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ilikeplants
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neither because i have a feeling both of those won't fit you
Jun 16 2009 10:38PM
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ace_
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oo explain. im 5"11 170
Jun 16 2009 11:34PM
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no_steeze
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i don't really like ironhuffy or k2, i don't think either would be a great option, maybe look into a cheaper kona xc style bike, first figure out what kind of riding you want to do
Jun 16 2009 11:40PM
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summersover
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PINKBIKE
seriously you'll find way better bikes for way better prices and plus look at some of the threads there for info on exactly what kind of bike you think will best suit your needs
Jun 16 2009 11:43PM
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vincentlee223
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Another great forum to ask is http://www.bikeforums.net.
This is where i learned most stuff. Before posting any questions, read the stickies at the top. They help a shitload.
Jun 17 2009 7:51AM
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