Looking Into Buying a Bike

Jetworks · 07-14-2012, 09:00 PM

Love the look of off-road mountain bikes, but I realize they may not be practical for the urban jungle. Definitely don't want a road or cruiser. Any insight is appreciated.

If this doesn't go as planned, a kayak may be the next choice. No, I'm not kidding.

simijet · 07-14-2012, 09:18 PM

They are much more durable than a road bike, and seemingly better suited for Staten Island than a mountain bike. How much are you looking to spend?

PlumberKhan · 07-14-2012, 09:22 PM

Suzuki DS 650...

Sent from my Double-Wide using Semaphore...

JStokes · 07-14-2012, 09:39 PM

I have a Harley 883 Sportster.

Great bike, but it's a cruiser.

If I ever got a sport bike, it'd be a Ducati.

_

simijet · 07-14-2012, 09:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jetworks

Love the look of off-road mountain bikes, but I realize they may not be practical for the urban jungle. Definitely don't want a road or cruiser. Any insight is appreciated.

If this doesn't go as planned, a kayak may be the next choice. No, I'm not kidding.

Are you talking "bicycle" or "motorcycle"????

AlwaysGreenAlwaysWhite · 07-14-2012, 09:55 PM

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Originally Posted by simijet

Are you talking "bicycle" or "motorcycle"????

I thought he meant dirt bike when I first read it... Now I'm not so sure...

dmitexxi · 07-14-2012, 10:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JStokes

I have a Harley 883 Sportster.

Great bike, but it's a cruiser.

If I ever got a sport bike, it'd be a Ducati.

_

Cross here's a layup for you

crossfire · 07-14-2012, 10:58 PM

Anyone else fear this could actually be leading to this?

First...

Then...

Followed by...

And finally.

John_0515 · 07-14-2012, 11:41 PM

If you're not a pro mountain biker, just get front suspension. I wouldn't spend more than 600-800$ on your first bike. Don't let the guy talk you into a better model bike, especially if you're going to use it 3-4 times a month (at the most).

Disc brakes are a must, some bikes don't put them on, and then you'll need them after. Try stopping without disc breaks when your tired is all muddy. Not happening.

Hit me up with questions.

brady's a catcher · 07-15-2012, 12:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by John_0515

If you're not a pro mountain biker, just get front suspension. I wouldn't spend more than 600-800$ on your first bike. Don't let the guy talk you into a better model bike, especially if you're going to use it 3-4 times a month (at the most).

Disc brakes are a must, some bikes don't put them on, and then you'll need them after. Try stopping without disc breaks when your tired is all muddy. Not happening.

Hit me up with questions.

Why does my "friend's" upper lip smell like black licorice?

FF2® · 07-15-2012, 12:22 AM

I'd someone say kayak?

brady's a catcher · 07-15-2012, 12:25 AM

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Originally Posted by FF2®

I'd someone say kayak?

Freakin' illegals.

gunnails · 07-15-2012, 12:52 AM

Might want to consider a dual sport or maybe a Motard like this.

Not the best of both worlds but still Hella fun and not to expensive.

32green · 07-15-2012, 02:30 AM

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Originally Posted by FF2®

I'd someone say kayak?

Lmao...you are back on the hooch.

Nice sentence.

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majormajor42 · 07-15-2012, 03:24 AM

wait a sec...
Are we talking motorcycle or bicycle?
So much confusion. get the kayak.

FF2® · 07-15-2012, 09:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 32green

Lmao...you are back on the hooch.

Nice sentence.

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How dare you.

JStokes · 07-15-2012, 10:10 AM

Anyone else get the sense this is going to be one of those Supe threads where Jetworks asks for advice, disappears to the arcade and never comes back to answer our querries or accept our sage wisdom?

_

Bonhomme Richard · 07-15-2012, 10:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JStokes

Anyone else get the sense this is going to be one of those Supe threads where Jetworks asks for advice, disappears to the arcade and never comes back to answer our querries or accept our sage wisdom?

_

Lol, remember when he wanted to be a sports broadcaster? That thread, wherever it is, belongs in the JI canon.

Dimitri_0515 · 07-15-2012, 11:46 AM

Jetworks · 07-15-2012, 01:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by simijet

Are you talking "bicycle" or "motorcycle"????

Quote:

Originally Posted by AlwaysGreenAlwaysWhite

I thought he meant dirt bike when I first read it... Now I'm not so sure...

Quote:

Originally Posted by FF2®

I'd someone say kayak?

Quote:

Originally Posted by majormajor42

wait a sec...
Are we talking motorcycle or bicycle?
So much confusion. get the kayak.

Sorry, I meant bicycle. Pritty, pritty st00pid on my part.

Quote:

Originally Posted by simijet

They are much more durable than a road bike, and seemingly better suited for Staten Island than a mountain bike. How much are you looking to spend?

Quote:

Originally Posted by John_0515

If you're not a pro mountain biker, just get front suspension. I wouldn't spend more than 600-800$ on your first bike. Don't let the guy talk you into a better model bike, especially if you're going to use it 3-4 times a month (at the most).

Disc brakes are a must, some bikes don't put them on, and then you'll need them after. Try stopping without disc breaks when your tired is all muddy. Not happening.

Hit me up with questions.

That's exactly what I am looking to spend. What brands make respectable hybrids and/or mountain bikes in that range? How are the Novaras and Marins sold at REI? Are the 29ers complete overkill for street/light trail use?

07-14-2012, 09:00 PM	#1
Jetworks murse in training Jets Insider VIP Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Staten Island Posts: 7,452	Looking Into Buying a Bike Love the look of off-road mountain bikes, but I realize they may not be practical for the urban jungle. Definitely don't want a road or cruiser. Any insight is appreciated. If this doesn't go as planned, a kayak may be the next choice. No, I'm not kidding.

07-14-2012, 09:18 PM	#2
simijet All League Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Simi Valley, CA Posts: 4,184	How about a hybrid? They are much more durable than a road bike, and seemingly better suited for Staten Island than a mountain bike. How much are you looking to spend?

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crossfire Day by day, night after night... Blinded by the neon light Jets Insider VIP Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Long Island, NY Posts: 5,672	Anyone else fear this could actually be leading to this? First... Then... Followed by... And finally. Last edited by crossfire; 07-14-2012 at 11:05 PM.

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PlumberKhan BRACE YOURSELVES FOR 12... Banned Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Van down by the river Posts: 21,013	Suzuki DS 650... Sent from my Double-Wide using Semaphore...

07-14-2012, 09:39 PM	#4
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07-14-2012, 11:41 PM	#9
John_0515 Hall Of Fame Join Date: Feb 2006 Posts: 21,127	If you're not a pro mountain biker, just get front suspension. I wouldn't spend more than 600-800$ on your first bike. Don't let the guy talk you into a better model bike, especially if you're going to use it 3-4 times a month (at the most). Disc brakes are a must, some bikes don't put them on, and then you'll need them after. Try stopping without disc breaks when your tired is all muddy. Not happening. Hit me up with questions.

07-15-2012, 12:22 AM	#11
FF2® Believes Sloppy Guy was involved JetsInsider.com Legend Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 46,166	I'd someone say kayak?

07-15-2012, 12:52 AM	#13
gunnails All League Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Portland Oregon Posts: 4,516	Might want to consider a dual sport or maybe a Motard like this. Not the best of both worlds but still Hella fun and not to expensive.

07-15-2012, 03:24 AM	#15
majormajor42 Practice Squad Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Rockland County Posts: 399	wait a sec... Are we talking motorcycle or bicycle? So much confusion. get the kayak.

07-15-2012, 10:10 AM	#17
JStokes Hall Of Fame Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Bergen County, NJ Posts: 20,126	Anyone else get the sense this is going to be one of those Supe threads where Jetworks asks for advice, disappears to the arcade and never comes back to answer our querries or accept our sage wisdom? _

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