05-29-2007, 01:43 PM
check the classified section of mtbr.com.
For City stuff, I'd go with something similar to what mrbaggio suggested - a "hybrid" of a Mt. and Road bike. Specifically, a decent Mountain bike with a low-travel front suspension, no rear suspension, smooth tires and fewer gears.
The reason is that it's tough, light, and fun. The geometry of a Mountain Bike makes it very maneuverable and city speeds. Also, they are easy to ride - hopping a curb or going down a small set of stairs is something you could be doing a few days after learning to ride a bike. The front suspension really takes the bite out of city riding. You don't need 5" of travel - 2" would be fine. Stick with fatter smooth tires, they take a beating and add enough cushion they keep the ride smooth.
For City stuff, I'd go with something similar to what mrbaggio suggested - a "hybrid" of a Mt. and Road bike. Specifically, a decent Mountain bike with a low-travel front suspension, no rear suspension, smooth tires and fewer gears.
The reason is that it's tough, light, and fun. The geometry of a Mountain Bike makes it very maneuverable and city speeds. Also, they are easy to ride - hopping a curb or going down a small set of stairs is something you could be doing a few days after learning to ride a bike. The front suspension really takes the bite out of city riding. You don't need 5" of travel - 2" would be fine. Stick with fatter smooth tires, they take a beating and add enough cushion they keep the ride smooth.
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1985 Merkur XR4Ti Track Car
2013 Ford F-150 FX4 Ecoboost
E46 BMW 330Ci Sport 5spd
1973 Honda CL125S
1985 Honda CX500
2013 Arctic Cat 700 ATV
2017 Onewheel +