Strategy for buying a Hybrid under $400?
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Strategy for buying a Hybrid under $400?
Postby nasher21 » Thu Sep 17, 2015 4:39 pm
I'd ideally like to spend $300, $400 being the absolute upper limit. I'm a 6 foot male about 90kg. I've done a bit of research and seen mostly good things on the Reid Condor or Reid Bikes in general. I am really tempted to just get the Reid Condor flat bar road bike for $300 but although the mostly good reviews I've seen the odd comment on the net saying they don't like the build quality and chains throw on hills etc. Would this bike or another Reid be a safe bet or are there possibly some other brands I could look at?
The other thing is the second hand factor. Are there any brands that are worth looking at here? For $300 is there a chance of getting a steal? Would appreciate any advice.
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Re: Strategy for buying a Hybrid under $400?
Postby Trevtassie » Thu Sep 17, 2015 6:02 pm
If you aren't a seagull like me, try Gumtree, there are always bargains on there!
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Re: Strategy for buying a Hybrid under $400?
Postby carcharias » Fri Sep 18, 2015 6:08 am
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The SS200 looks to be good value.
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Re: Strategy for buying a Hybrid under $400?
Postby NhiTrac » Fri Sep 18, 2015 8:55 am
I sold my 8 month old $1200 hybrid for about that much... About 5 years ago.
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Re: Strategy for buying a Hybrid under $400?
Postby nasher21 » Thu Sep 24, 2015 5:25 pm
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Re: Strategy for buying a Hybrid under $400?
Postby dontapoligize » Tue Oct 06, 2015 11:02 pm
I'm a complete, complete, commmmplleettee beginner. Other than the few rides I've done the past few weeks I haven't ridden a bike in 15 years (bar a few random fun rides down the shops).
I want to start riding to & from work, at least twice a week (well let me start there). It's 18km each way which is a very long and painful ride for a newbie like me, especially since i'm using a 15 year old mountain bike.
I'm like the OP, prepared to spend $300-500 for a decent hybrid/road bike. I don't know anything and I'm trying to read up but it's all quite overwhelming.. there's too much information and concepts for me to learn about.
I don't need a $1000 bike, I'm not ever going to a serious rider. I wont be riding on any busy roads, mainly bike paths /dual footpaths and a few dead quiet streets. I just want to convert my crappy travel to work time to outdoor exercise time.
I've been recommended Reid Bicycles but also read some old threads on here which completely trashed them. Not sure if perceptions have changed over the years?
Are there any "really great bikes" in that price range that are generally highly regarded/recommended? Any help would be appreciated. Thanks
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Re: Strategy for buying a Hybrid under $400?
Postby rangersac » Wed Oct 07, 2015 9:28 am
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Re: Strategy for buying a Hybrid under $400?
Postby Calvin27 » Wed Oct 07, 2015 9:42 am
Really great is a relative term. It could mean $1000, $5000 or $10,000+ depending on your preference.dontapoligize wrote: I'm like the OP, prepared to spend $300-500 for a decent hybrid/road bike. I don't know anything and I'm trying to read up but it's all quite overwhelming.. there's too much information and concepts for me to learn about.
I don't need a $1000 bike, I'm not ever going to a serious rider. I wont be riding on any busy roads, mainly bike paths /dual footpaths and a few dead quiet streets. I just want to convert my crappy travel to work time to outdoor exercise time.
Are there any "really great bikes" in that price range that are generally highly regarded/recommended? Any help would be appreciated. Thanks
As a general rule, I suggest flat bar hybrids/flat bar road at the $500 range. The only thing I will say is to just relax and don't look too much into what you buy. 99% of us say they are never going to be a serious rider and we are probably correct. But it in now way diminishes the need for a better faster bike!
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Re: Strategy for buying a Hybrid under $400?
Postby rodneycc » Wed Oct 07, 2015 9:52 am
I've got about the same length commute and thats what I found. Since switching to the road bikes things just feel a hell of a lot more efficient.
I'd also ditch the 23mm tyres for good quality 28mm tyres (or 25mm if 28mm do not have enough clearance).
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Re: Strategy for buying a Hybrid under $400?
Postby NhiTrac » Thu Oct 08, 2015 9:15 pm
Efficient yes agree... But I used to do 30km on a hybrid all the time before I got my roadierodneycc wrote:I reckon for a 18km commute go a road bike with drop bars. You will get away with a mtb with slicks or a hybrid for about 10kms but that extra 8 kms each way will be painful on the body.
I've got about the same length commute and thats what I found. Since switching to the road bikes things just feel a hell of a lot more efficient.
I'd also ditch the 23mm tyres for good quality 28mm tyres (or 25mm if 28mm do not have enough clearance).
Id put it down to setup if you were experiencing pain on a 18km ride.
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Re: Strategy for buying a Hybrid under $400?
Postby rodneycc » Thu Oct 08, 2015 9:22 pm
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Re: Strategy for buying a Hybrid under $400?
Postby dontapoligize » Sun Oct 11, 2015 1:02 pm
when i said "really great" .. i meant in the context of my price range. obviously not in general!
I'm playing with the idea of getting a more expensive bike.. but it's such a huge investment that I'm not sure if it's the right decision. but you guys have given me food for thought. It's a shame that I don't know any riders to get help with getting a second hand bike and I don't think im informed enough to know how to ensure a good buy on a second hand one.
im 29yo, female (and despite all best efforts) a little on the chubby side.. i went for a 20km ride yesterday and my knees do hurt. that's why i really just wanna bite the bullet and buy a bike asap...but out of curiosity, are there, in general, major sales at christmas/post christmas time? i will pay a little more, if i know im getting a good deal
With drop bars, in your experiences, do you find that you put a lot of strain on your back?
*Edit: Actually, 99 Bikes is having a huge sale right now (thanks for the reference btw!) I'm gonna go instore today and check it out. if you're bothered to check out the list and spot a sweet deal for me, that would be epic (but i have no expectation that you will.. just trying my luck ) might end up grabbing bike today
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Re: Strategy for buying a Hybrid under $400?
Postby dontapoligize » Sun Oct 11, 2015 4:15 pm
http://www.bicycle-centre.com.au/produc ... 144319548/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
hopefully it was a good deal for a great bike?!
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Re: Strategy for buying a Hybrid under $400?
Postby carcharias » Thu Oct 15, 2015 8:24 am
dontapoligize.
Nice one.
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Re: Strategy for buying a Hybrid under $400?
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Re: Strategy for buying a Hybrid under $400?
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