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i really want to start training for triathalons but the prices of the bikes are really keeping me from doing any cycling does anyone have any advice on a good but cheaper bike
Answer
While there are bikes which are triathalon specific, if you are just getting started, any good quality road bike is an excellent start if you equip it right. You can start with something like a Trek 1500 ($1150) which is equipped with nearly the same components as one of their Tri-bikes (Ultegra and 105), the frame isn't as aerodynamic and the wheels aren't as light weight or aerodynamic. So you can equip the bike with Aero bars (about $120 and up), behind the seat bottle holders (about $40) and a good light weight aero wheelset from someone like Zipp or Mavic (starting about $800). You could also do that same type of setup on a slightly lower end bike like a Trek 1200 (I am only recommending Trek because they have a better "bang for the buck" value than almost any other company out there) for about $900, but the better components of the 1500 are worth the extra money invested.
Those are nearly all long term additions though and can be added as time goes on. The only thing that you really SHOULD invest in to start with, are a bike, helmet, and aero bars. That will get you on the road safely and relatively quickly. Once you have proven yourself, you might be able to ask for a contingency sponsorship ("if I do well, you give me stuff and I promise to talk about the product you give me") from a bike company, or even a full sponsorship if you are REALLY good!
Hope this helps!
While there are bikes which are triathalon specific, if you are just getting started, any good quality road bike is an excellent start if you equip it right. You can start with something like a Trek 1500 ($1150) which is equipped with nearly the same components as one of their Tri-bikes (Ultegra and 105), the frame isn't as aerodynamic and the wheels aren't as light weight or aerodynamic. So you can equip the bike with Aero bars (about $120 and up), behind the seat bottle holders (about $40) and a good light weight aero wheelset from someone like Zipp or Mavic (starting about $800). You could also do that same type of setup on a slightly lower end bike like a Trek 1200 (I am only recommending Trek because they have a better "bang for the buck" value than almost any other company out there) for about $900, but the better components of the 1500 are worth the extra money invested.
Those are nearly all long term additions though and can be added as time goes on. The only thing that you really SHOULD invest in to start with, are a bike, helmet, and aero bars. That will get you on the road safely and relatively quickly. Once you have proven yourself, you might be able to ask for a contingency sponsorship ("if I do well, you give me stuff and I promise to talk about the product you give me") from a bike company, or even a full sponsorship if you are REALLY good!
Hope this helps!
What type of bike should I get that can ride around my city?
Phuck Yu
So I'm going to high school in a few months and I live about 30 to 40 blocks away from my high school, But don't want to ride the bus to school because I have to go far away to the bus stop and Its just a giant hassle. I live in the city of San Francisco Ca. and theirs smooth concrete and some average sized hills. Besides going to school i would like to ride around the city once in a while, What would be the best TYPE of bike to choose to do so? For example:Utility, BMX, Mountain, Messanger bikes esc. I just want something good for duration, and ride around the city, and please tell me what to look for in that TYPE of bike like how much gears it should have and what type of wheels and what to avoid doing to it and how to keep it in good shape. Thank you.
Answer
Get a hybrid bike. A hybrid is more rugged than a true road bike. A hybrid's slightly wider tires will give you a smoother ride and far fewer flats than a road bike. A mountain bike can be ridden on the roads, but it's far from ideal. Look for a hybrid without any kind of suspension because you don't need that to ride around a city. Suspension is just additional weight and complexity that will make your bike heavier and less reliable. All hybrids I have seen have plenty of gears and lots of power to get up hills, so don't worry about that. Make sure the bike has eyes for mounting a rack so you can carry your books and other stuff to school. You will be much better off hanging weight onto your bike than onto your body with a backpack.
At the entry and middle level brand names don't mean much any more. The business is competitive so any two bikes at the same price are very likely to be equivalent values. Bikes that cost the same are almost always built the same and have the same components. Figure out how much you want to spend and see what's available in the bike shops. Test ride as many bikes as you can. Buy the one that feels the best when you ride it no matter what brand name is on it.
Buy at least a few other things. First and foremost, a helmet. Never put your butt on the saddle without a helmet on your head. Second, get a really good lock. You should also get water bottle cages and bottles.
HTH
Get a hybrid bike. A hybrid is more rugged than a true road bike. A hybrid's slightly wider tires will give you a smoother ride and far fewer flats than a road bike. A mountain bike can be ridden on the roads, but it's far from ideal. Look for a hybrid without any kind of suspension because you don't need that to ride around a city. Suspension is just additional weight and complexity that will make your bike heavier and less reliable. All hybrids I have seen have plenty of gears and lots of power to get up hills, so don't worry about that. Make sure the bike has eyes for mounting a rack so you can carry your books and other stuff to school. You will be much better off hanging weight onto your bike than onto your body with a backpack.
At the entry and middle level brand names don't mean much any more. The business is competitive so any two bikes at the same price are very likely to be equivalent values. Bikes that cost the same are almost always built the same and have the same components. Figure out how much you want to spend and see what's available in the bike shops. Test ride as many bikes as you can. Buy the one that feels the best when you ride it no matter what brand name is on it.
Buy at least a few other things. First and foremost, a helmet. Never put your butt on the saddle without a helmet on your head. Second, get a really good lock. You should also get water bottle cages and bottles.
HTH
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