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I'm only going to use it in the city, on smooth paved roads. So I know I want a road/commute bike, but which brand should I get? Also what dimensions should I get? I'm 5'11.
I'm going to try and buy one used, my budget is 300-400$
Answer
You need to know what size frame you need and the valve of the bike. Your inseam is more important then height. You want a frame that you can stand over and have 1-2 inches of clearance. If you don't know what to look for and the price you can get ripped off. Find someone that can help you out, if they can help you put a bike together and tune it Bikes Direct is a good choice.
http://www.bikesdirect.com/
You need to know what size frame you need and the valve of the bike. Your inseam is more important then height. You want a frame that you can stand over and have 1-2 inches of clearance. If you don't know what to look for and the price you can get ripped off. Find someone that can help you out, if they can help you put a bike together and tune it Bikes Direct is a good choice.
http://www.bikesdirect.com/
Can anyone recommend a road bike for short people?
Jaime R
Hello every one. I'm currently looking into purchasing a road bike. My inseam is 23" and my height is 5'3.
What should be the relative height between bike and biker?
Whats a good brand a beginner?
Are there any safety regulations I should be made aware of now that I will be riding on the road?
What are the benefits between Online vs Physical Bike Store?
Thank you for the help.
Answer
1) What should be the relative height between bike and biker? You should be able to stand over the bike comfortably (flat-footed) with one to two inches of clearance.
2) Whats a good brand a beginner? Anything you pick & choose for yourself from a REAL bicycle shop. Extensively test ride 3 or 4. The one that rides & feels the best to you - buy it.
3) Are there any safety regulations I should be made aware of now that I will be riding on the road? Best site I've ever found is "Bicycling Street Smarts". http://www.bikexprt.com/streetsmarts/usa/index.htm But also consult your local & state laws. Just Google "Bicycle law (your state's name)"
4) What are the benefits between Online vs Physical Bike Store? For a newbie? NONE! Buying on-line, you can't TRY B4 you BUY. Buying from your local bike shop, you get professional help from those that live & breath cycling 365 days a year. You get at least one free check-up/tune-up. Some shops do this for life! http://bigshark.com/about/policies-and-shipping-pg11.htm
All you get from possibly buying on-line is a guessing game. Did I buy the right frame size? Did I get the best deal for the money? If something breaks or goes out of adjustment, how do I fix it or who can fix it? Etc., etc.
Even as what I would call being an experienced cyclist now (no car for about 2 years) I would never buy a bicycle without being able to test ride it first. Just too many "ifs" when buying on-line for me.
1) What should be the relative height between bike and biker? You should be able to stand over the bike comfortably (flat-footed) with one to two inches of clearance.
2) Whats a good brand a beginner? Anything you pick & choose for yourself from a REAL bicycle shop. Extensively test ride 3 or 4. The one that rides & feels the best to you - buy it.
3) Are there any safety regulations I should be made aware of now that I will be riding on the road? Best site I've ever found is "Bicycling Street Smarts". http://www.bikexprt.com/streetsmarts/usa/index.htm But also consult your local & state laws. Just Google "Bicycle law (your state's name)"
4) What are the benefits between Online vs Physical Bike Store? For a newbie? NONE! Buying on-line, you can't TRY B4 you BUY. Buying from your local bike shop, you get professional help from those that live & breath cycling 365 days a year. You get at least one free check-up/tune-up. Some shops do this for life! http://bigshark.com/about/policies-and-shipping-pg11.htm
All you get from possibly buying on-line is a guessing game. Did I buy the right frame size? Did I get the best deal for the money? If something breaks or goes out of adjustment, how do I fix it or who can fix it? Etc., etc.
Even as what I would call being an experienced cyclist now (no car for about 2 years) I would never buy a bicycle without being able to test ride it first. Just too many "ifs" when buying on-line for me.
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