Mountain Bikes!

Matt

Matt

Matt

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After looking at the bike pics thread i'm getting 'tempted' into getting a bike. Basically i need a new hobby, and like most people, i could do with getting vaguly fit :D What kind of expenses would i be looking at (so i can see if it's worth going for)? bike + helmet, anything else? I'd need to take it about in the car too, so might need a rack, as i'm not sure my car would appreciate all the dirt :(

Oh, and what would be a good bike to go for (~£500), i'm assuming a hardtail would be best. I don't know where i'd ride though (you can see i've thought this through), and unfortunatly all of my friends are like i am at the moment (ie. not at all into sports), so i'd be on my own!
 
I'd probably want an XC bike, but able to go on the roads a bit, and i'd break all my bones trying to jump, so i don't really need that :p

My budget is a guide by the way. I could be tempted to spend a little more if it would benifit me :)
 
I might go and have a look this week if i get time :)

The Specialized Rockhopper Disc, is one that i've seen online that seems ok. Though i'm going by the pictures, not by specs, as i don't know what to look for :(

Any tips on what i should actually be looking for? :D
 
Ok, current list is looking something like this:

Specialized Rockhopper Disc
Marin Palisades Trail
Kona Cinder Cone

I'll try to go and have a look this week :) Are there any others i should consider? and what should i actually look for (components wise)?

Just been have a quick browse at options for transporting the bike :eek: I have a Seat Leon, so rear mounted racks don't seem to be a good idea, but roof mounts are ~£200! This is getting more expensive than i originally thought :(

[edit] thinking about it... throwing the bike in the car with a few sheets seems a better idea, heh.
 
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Big Chris said:
Failing that though, rear mounted racks are fine as long as you fit them properly (not exactly brain surgery).
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Can't really do that as they generally hang from the top of the boot don't they? and the Leon has a spoiler there.
 
If i get a bike i'll just put it inside the car :) Saves on money to start out with, which can be spent on a better bike and other kit. However, i'm yet to convince myself that getting a bike is a good idea! heh
 
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