ChiefsPlanet
Page 4 of 8 123 4 5678
Show 80 post(s) from this thread on one page

ChiefsPlanet (https://www.chiefsplanet.com/BB/index.php)
-   Nzoner's Game Room (https://www.chiefsplanet.com/BB/forumdisplay.php?f=1)
-   -   Other Sports Mountain Bike Help (https://www.chiefsplanet.com/BB/showthread.php?t=268088)

booger 06-13-2017 09:18 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by Bugeater (Post 12914381)
Diamondback and Giant have OK entry level stuff. I'd recommend checking Trek FX series. They start out around $500. Yes you are paying for a name but they are worth it. I have 3 Trek bikes and I love them all. Anything cheaper than that you'll get shit and you won't like riding it and it will sit around and collect dust.
Any thoughts on the 820 and marlin series from trek?

booger 06-13-2017 09:20 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by Pawnmower (Post 12914397)
This is relevant to my interests as I wanna start biking too,...
You probably got much nicer trails out there compared to me in central Iowa lol

SAUTO 06-13-2017 11:35 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by booger (Post 12914460)
Any thoughts on the 820 and marlin series from trek?
I think my wife has a marlin 5.

He's is a nice bike, and nice looking too.

Bugeater 06-13-2017 11:39 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by booger (Post 12914460)
Any thoughts on the 820 and marlin series from trek?
Probably can't go wrong with either of those. The 820 is similar to my mountain bike. The biggest thing with mountain biking is if you get on some intense stuff, you want something that shifts fast and smoothly, but other than that if you don't beat the crap out of them it should be fine.

Bugeater 06-13-2017 11:40 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by booger (Post 12914464)
You probably got much nicer trails out there compared to me in central Iowa lol
Des Moines has by far the best trail system I've ever been on in the midwest. Most of them are paved though, and would be better suited with a hybrid.

Be sure to check this one out sometime.

<iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/p1qKw_SjDyQ" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>

<iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/C909Zebmj4c" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>

booger 06-13-2017 12:34 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by JASONSAUTO (Post 12914674)
I think my wife has a marlin 5.

He's is a nice bike, and nice looking too.
Yeah they really are a good looking bike

booger 06-13-2017 12:35 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by Bugeater (Post 12914682)
Probably can't go wrong with either of those. The 820 is similar to my mountain bike. The biggest thing with mountain biking is if you get on some intense stuff, you want something that shifts fast and smoothly, but other than that if you don't beat the crap out of them it should be fine.
http://bikeworldiowa.com/product/trek-3500-211813-1.htm

What's your thoughts on this one bug? Similar to the marlins?

booger 06-13-2017 12:40 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by Bugeater (Post 12914686)
Des Moines has by far the best trail system I've ever been on in the midwest. Most of them are paved though, and would be better suited with a hybrid.

Be sure to check this one out sometime.

<iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/p1qKw_SjDyQ" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>

<iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/C909Zebmj4c" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>
I've heard of that one. Very scenic! I will have to try it once I chip away at the pony keg a bit and show all the skeezers and bitches what is up

eDave 06-13-2017 12:46 PM
Someone stole my Giant Roam II. Loved that bike. Porshe of hybrids.

Bugeater 06-13-2017 12:46 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by booger (Post 12914769)
http://bikeworldiowa.com/product/trek-3500-211813-1.htm

What's your thoughts on this one bug? Similar to the marlins?
That's exactly what mine is, but I believe that particular bike has been discontinued, Marlin may have taken it's place since it has an aluminum frame and is similarly priced. 820 has a steel frame, which is heavier but has some give to it so it has a slightly better ride. I always opt for lighter, all of my bikes are aluminum frame.

booger 06-13-2017 12:47 PM
Can't make up my mind on 29" or 26" for tire size to get since I'm just starting to ride

Bugeater 06-13-2017 12:47 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by eDave (Post 12914791)
Someone stole my Giant Roam II. Loved that bike. Porshe of hybrids.
That's what Guru rolls on. Seems to have been pretty good to him.

booger 06-13-2017 12:49 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by Bugeater (Post 12914792)
That's exactly what mine is, but I believe that particular bike has been discontinued, Marlin may have taken it's place since it has an aluminum frame and is similarly priced. 820 has a steel frame, which is heavier but has some give to it so it has a slightly better ride. I always opt for lighter, all of my bikes are aluminum frame.
Cool man I gotcha :thumb:

Bugeater 06-13-2017 12:49 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by booger (Post 12914793)
Can't make up my mind on 29" or 26" for tire size to get since I'm just starting to ride
My mtb and hybrid are both 26, I know 29ers are all the rage now but I'm not real sure why.

booger 06-13-2017 12:55 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by Bugeater (Post 12914802)
My mtb and hybrid are both 26, I know 29ers are all the rage now but I'm not real sure why.
I think the best thing I can do is go to one of the local places and ride some different ones with each size. I won't buy at either if I choose trek neither carries them. Then hit up that bike world where the treks are and I will at least have an idea of tire size difference and focus more on overall feel of the bike


All times are GMT -6. The time now is 04:15 PM.
Page 4 of 8 123 4 5678
Show 80 post(s) from this thread on one page

Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.8
Copyright ©2000 - 2024, vBulletin Solutions, Inc.