Anyone Mountain Bike?

[beatmix01]

I'm looking to buy a new mountain bike. I have only had Ross bikes in the past?

Suggestions anyone?

 

[Entity]

http://www.mtbr.com

What's your budget?

 

[beatmix01]

around $500

I'm not looking to break the bank. Something to take on the trails.

 

[Sukhoi]

Trek 4900 or similar model from a company like Specialized, Gary Fisher, Giant, etc. I'm a bit pissed at Trek after my headset died after 250 miles and less than year, yet it's normal wear and tear.. :|

Just go to a real bike shop and they can hook you up with something. I wouldn't go over $500 if you are a beginner mountainbiker unless you are rich.

 

[notfred]

I'm going to be buying a bike pretty soon

 

[beatmix01]

Originally posted by: Sukhoi
..... I'm a bit pissed at Trek after my headset died after 250 miles and less than year, yet it's normal wear and tear.. :|
.

i'm new to the terminology.

headset?

 

[Anubis]

yes what kind a rideing do you do?

 

[Anubis]

Originally posted by: beatmix01

Originally posted by: Sukhoi
..... I'm a bit pissed at Trek after my headset died after 250 miles and less than year, yet it's normal wear and tear.. :|
.

i'm new to the terminology.

headset?

the thing the fork goes through lets it spin,

a specialized Hard rock shouldent cost more then 500$

 

[Sukhoi]

You don't need to spend $500 if you're just doing gravel trails. More like $350 should be enough. If you're going to be doing real single-track then you're gonna want to spend in the $500 range and get a good bike. Also remember to buy a little below your budget so you have money for accessories such as water bottles and holders, locks if needed, speedometer if you want one, mud guards if you want them, better off-road tires, etc.

Also make sure you get a frame that fits you well. I am 6'0" with fairly long legs, and I have a 19.5" frame on my Trek 4500. It's a good size for road riding (which I do quite a bit of), but I would probably be better off with a 17.5" frame for off-road riding.

Oh and whatever you do, DO NOT GET FULL SUSPENSION. There are no good full suspension bikes for $500 unless you are buying a several year old used bike, which I wouldn't do unless it is in great shape.

 

[brtspears2]

I'm biased towards Specialized and the Hardrock series. $300 - $500.