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I'm looking to buy a hybrid bike for commuting and I've arrived at the following three choices:
http://cgi.ebay.com/New-18-Womens-Shimano-21-Spd-Hybrid-Cross-Bike-Bicycle_W0QQitemZ180398764644QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item2a009ab264&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
http://cgi.ebay.com/NEW-ALUMINUM-HYBRID-BICYCLE-COMFORT-ROAD-BIKE-M-L-WHITE_W0QQitemZ140338338164QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item20acd11974&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
http://www.target.com/Ladies%E2%80%99-Schwinn-700C-Trail-Hybrid/dp/B000KZ4MI6/sr=1-1/qid=1250851439/ref=sr_1_1/178-8593082-2253426?ie=UTF8&search-alias=tgt-index&frombrowse=0&index=target&rh=k%3Aschwinn%20trail%20way&page=1
My budget is $250, the last one I can purchase from a local Target store. Which one should I purchase or could you recommend me a better bike for the budget?
Answer
The 2 bikes that you are thinking about buying online would be delivered unassembled, so apart from any shipping costs, you would also have to have the bikes put together. The bike from Target would be assembled. but not by a qualified mechanic, and any problems you encounter with the bike cannot be dealt with by the store. Bike shops may seem more expensive, but the extra money you pay is for the service they are able to offer, making sure the bike is well adjusted and fitted to you. Buying online or from a box store gives you none of this, so if you plan to go this way, it would be a good idea to learn how to maintain and repair your bike
The 2 bikes that you are thinking about buying online would be delivered unassembled, so apart from any shipping costs, you would also have to have the bikes put together. The bike from Target would be assembled. but not by a qualified mechanic, and any problems you encounter with the bike cannot be dealt with by the store. Bike shops may seem more expensive, but the extra money you pay is for the service they are able to offer, making sure the bike is well adjusted and fitted to you. Buying online or from a box store gives you none of this, so if you plan to go this way, it would be a good idea to learn how to maintain and repair your bike
I need advice on a good hybrid bike?
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The last time I rode a bike was like 5 years ago when I was a kid. Now the big craze is biking among my friends. So I am looking to get a hybrid bike and I am a total newb when it comes to bikes. I stepped into a bike shop and the man recommended a raleigh route 4.0 model 2010 for $300. Is this a good deal? And if not can anyone point me towards a place to find some really good deals. Thank you.
Answer
Since a bike can last just about forever, get the best bike you can afford. Now Raleigh bikes are good entry level bikes, so if you are happy with the Route 4.0, no reason not to go there. But try thinking ahead. If you think you may really like cycling, the you can still get a hybrid, but maybe one with a straight top tube rather than the cut out like the old girls bikes (say a Raleigh Alysa FT1 or FT2, or a Trek FX 7.2 WSD or FX 7.3 WSD). You will still ride upright, but it will be a bit more forward leaning. Try them out, see what your friends are riding, pick one and enjoy.
Since a bike can last just about forever, get the best bike you can afford. Now Raleigh bikes are good entry level bikes, so if you are happy with the Route 4.0, no reason not to go there. But try thinking ahead. If you think you may really like cycling, the you can still get a hybrid, but maybe one with a straight top tube rather than the cut out like the old girls bikes (say a Raleigh Alysa FT1 or FT2, or a Trek FX 7.2 WSD or FX 7.3 WSD). You will still ride upright, but it will be a bit more forward leaning. Try them out, see what your friends are riding, pick one and enjoy.
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