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Need a new bike for riding in town

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Mr N8

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I'm looking for a new bike (not motorcycle) to ride in town, mostly. I would use it for riding to work or running errands. I guess that means that the bike can't have a really wide profile, since I'll be in traffic for some of the time. I don't know if a mountain or road bike would be better. I am kind of leaning towards road bike, so I can take weekend trips with it, but I could be talked out of it, if it's not ideal for it's intended purpose.

My budget will be $650, maximum. I'll be heading to the local shop to test a few bikes, but I'm looking for some recommendations, since a lot of people from here ride.
 
Hybrid is really your best bet for intown stuff. Cheap (usually), upright position so you can see around you, etc.

The only drawback is that they're not all that great for "real" road riding since they're pretty heavy and just not set up for much more than casual riding.
 
If you are going to ride to work and must arrive presentable, get a bike with fenders. I don't have that requirement. I bought a Schwinn S-25 "mountain bike" at Target. Yeah, a 200 dollar department store mountainbike in South Florida.

The only thing I can't ride through are fences and walls. I put a different seatpost, seat and handlebar grips on it so I fit and don't hurt. I would suggest a different type of bike for commuting to work. Since my bike doesn't have factory AC, I can't use it for commuting most of the year. I ride it mainly for exercise before sunrise and after sundown.
 
Originally posted by: Fausto
Hybrid is really your best bet for intown stuff. Cheap (usually), upright position so you can see around you, etc.

The only drawback is that they're not all that great for "real" road riding since they're pretty heavy and just not set up for much more than casual riding.
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That's what I have (a hybrid), and it's great for riding around town. Yes, it was cheap. I bought it used, about a year old, and barely used. I changed some of the parts (seatpost, seat, handlebars, neck, tires) to make it roll with less resistance and lose some weight. I also changed the rear gearing for a little more speed. But it's still not wonderful for longer trips. Its frame, fork, and rims are still relatively heavy. Of course, that means they're stronger, and for that reason, the bike is good for bunny hopping curbs and blasting through closed roads. I weigh 190 when I'm in shape, and after more than 1000 miles, the wheels are still perfectly true. But I'd still like to get a real road bike because I like to ride fairly long distances.
 
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