needs to be light and no more than 250 bucks. wheres my mtb krew at?

 

:madr:

 

can't get a good mtb for under $1000 imo, and defnitely not light (i guess it depends on your def of light). $250 and under is target/toys-r-us type bikes.

 

totally disagree on the < $1000 observation.


but yes, unless you're looking for used, < $250 is target/tru.

 

if your going to due some serious biking 250 isnt going to cut it, dont be cheap spend alittle more and be happy with your purchase

i have a trek and barely have any time to ride anymore, and its awesome

trek, specialized, or iron horse are good

 

Huffy USA

 

What kinda of riding are you going to be doing?

I have a Specialized Hardrock, which is basically an entry level bike for the dirt. It works ok for light trail riding. But I have already out ridden the fork and brakes. I paid close to $400 brand new.

At $250, I would look for used ones. A new $250 bike is not meant for the mountains. And youre not getting anything light with that kinda money.

 

im not really biking in the mountains

just need something that can ride on broken rock trails and bike paths

 

Yup for $250 new all you can really get is a Huffy, and it will be destroyed.

For $250 used, you're looking at a hardtail with midgrade components, probably OK for a starter bike. Just make sure it fits you, and try to take it out if you can and make sure you feel confident about balancing on it.

For value, your best bet is Giant, nobody really offers a comparable bike package for a better price. The other option is to try to find some 06's that are being cleared out, but I think the time for that has passed.

Edit: Well, if you're just looking to go on dirt roads, there are some cruiser types (check out Giant) that will do the trick for around $250.

 

http://sacramento.craigslist.org/bik/306699142.html

http://sacramento.craigslist.org/bik/308833925.html

http://www.performancebike.com/shop/...tegory_ID=3050

eh?