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Surfah · 06-18-2006, 03:33 AM

I am looking at getting into mountain biking as a way to get in shape but also because my brother in law and my neighbor who hits the singletracks every weekend want me to go out with them.

I have been out of the bicycle scene since I was a missionary when we would get every bike catalog in the world sent to our apartment.

What I am looking for is something suitable for the single track. Doesn't have to be full suspension, a hardtail with a nice fork would do. But if I could find a decent full suspension ride, maybe with a lockout so I could throw some slicks on for jaunts around the neighborhood or town.

I am looking to spend around $1500. Maybe a bit more for the right bike. Also, I am a big guy 6'1 275 or so. So I need something substantial and with decent components.

If you guys could point me in the right direction of where to look and maybe what to stay away from I would appreciate it.

06-18-2006, 03:33 AM	#1
Surfah Master Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: F'burg, VA Posts: 3,211	Help me find a mountain bike... I am looking at getting into mountain biking as a way to get in shape but also because my brother in law and my neighbor who hits the singletracks every weekend want me to go out with them. I have been out of the bicycle scene since I was a missionary when we would get every bike catalog in the world sent to our apartment. What I am looking for is something suitable for the single track. Doesn't have to be full suspension, a hardtail with a nice fork would do. But if I could find a decent full suspension ride, maybe with a lockout so I could throw some slicks on for jaunts around the neighborhood or town. I am looking to spend around $1500. Maybe a bit more for the right bike. Also, I am a big guy 6'1 275 or so. So I need something substantial and with decent components. If you guys could point me in the right direction of where to look and maybe what to stay away from I would appreciate it. __________________ Ernie Johnson: "Auburn is a pretty good school. To graduate from there I suppose you really need to work hard and put forth maximum effort." Charles Barkley: "20 pts and 10 rebounds will get you through also!"