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Suppose you have a physicist and a sociologist standing at the side of a field, observing a set of events unfolding on the field. The physicist does [describes] it using the terminology of mass and velocity and frequency of radiation and the rest. And the sociologist does it by describing it as a rugby match.
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George or Marjorie?Originally posted by Shaggy View PostI had a Dawes when I was younger.
Suppose you have a physicist and a sociologist standing at the side of a field, observing a set of events unfolding on the field. The physicist does [describes] it using the terminology of mass and velocity and frequency of radiation and the rest. And the sociologist does it by describing it as a rugby match.
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I bet Reece doesn't buy a bike
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You could buy a hybrid. It has the upright position of a mountain bike but the drive train of a road bike. It won't have suspension but I think front suspension is heavy and unnecessary unless you're doing proper offroad.
It will handle gravel, roads and paths with ease and have better ger ratios for you. I don't know if you can get a carbon fibre front fork for that kind of money but I'd recommend it for lightness and carbon fibre absorbs road buzz and bumps brilliantly.
Go for a second hand bike as you'll get a decent spec without breaking the bank. Be sure to have a good ride around on it before putting your money down!Was muß, das muß.Comment
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Most manufacturers do hybrid bikes but Trek and Specialized are well known ones.Was muß, das muß.Comment
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Cheers - I'll have a look into this hybrid shizzle.Originally posted by foresterbloke View Post
I'll probably be going to the forests near me - would they be suitable for that sort of terrain?
As for second hand.... you're probably right but I never buy second hand stuff Part of the thrill of getting something new for me, is the fact that it's new. I love buying new stuff
How do you "test drive" a bike? Would Evans or whoever allow me to take it for a spin down the road?
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Why the deletion of my sensible post?Comment
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Because you negate it's validity with the rest of your ****e
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At the end of it all, is there a huge difference in a £100 bike and a £500 bike? I mean, if the aim is to get fit and have some fun, as long as the legs are acting as 'pistons' does it matter?*Except Michael, who died.Comment
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Yes, they will.Originally posted by Reece View PostCheers - I'll have a look into this hybrid shizzle. I'll probably be going to the forests near me - would they be suitable for that sort of terrain?
As for second hand.... you're probably right but I never buy second hand stuff Part of the thrill of getting something new for me, is the fact that it's new. I love buying new stuff
How do you "test drive" a bike? Would Evans or whoever allow me to take it for a spin down the road?.
Suppose you have a physicist and a sociologist standing at the side of a field, observing a set of events unfolding on the field. The physicist does [describes] it using the terminology of mass and velocity and frequency of radiation and the rest. And the sociologist does it by describing it as a rugby match.
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I notice they do finance too (and it looks like interest free possibly) which could help me up my budget a little I guess.
I've been reading a few beginners buyers guides, and they all seem to say spend at least £500 if at all possible. They also say Specialized is a good brand. And that hardtail is the best bet (within my price range anyway).
Whilst it may seem to make more sense not to spend too much early on as I may not stick with it, spending more will give me a better experience, I'll enjoy it more, and therefore will be more likely to stick it out. That seems to be the message in these buying guides anyway.Last edited by Reece; 30-07-12, 08:41 AM.Comment
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£100 for a new bike probably is a bit too cheap - it must be ****e and likely to fall apart.Originally posted by Alex View Post
In general a new bike priced at £500 will be better than a bike priced at £300 but not as good as a bike priced at £800. I know, unbelievable.
The tyres, the wheel, the chain, the gears, the rigidity of the frame, the comfort of the saddle, the efficiency of the gears, the durability of the pedal cranks, the friction in the bearings...and the weight of everything and how well it's all put together... All these things and more will vary in quality and be reflected in the price.
There are two main ways these variables will reveal themselves - how long it lasts before something fails and how efficient it is to ride. The latter is probably the key issue for your question (the former is obvious) and it seems to me that it's about pleasure: a more efficient bike is more pleasurable to ride so you'll ride it more often and get more out of it. But if you're new to cycling then you don't know what you're missing so it makes some sense to get a cheaper bike. It's a balance really..
Suppose you have a physicist and a sociologist standing at the side of a field, observing a set of events unfolding on the field. The physicist does [describes] it using the terminology of mass and velocity and frequency of radiation and the rest. And the sociologist does it by describing it as a rugby match.
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