Reccomended bike?

Amphibious

Needs to be under $300. It's going to primarily be for riding around on campus. So, mostly sidewalks buy it definitely needs to be able to take some abuse. Needs to be made of materials that won't be affected when kept outside. And I like to go fast.
Knew I forgot something. I need front suspension, too.
Either mountain or hybrid.

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yea hard tail mountain bike - you can find tons on nice used ones on craigslist. mtn bikes have bad resale (good for you) you can get a lot of bike for $300. be patient, wait for the right thing. find one for $400, and offer 3 - i had a nice cannondale in college, i put city slick tires on it, fenders and a lock, i used to love urban cycling, i used to race the busses to campus (and often win!) have fun! remember wear gloves and a helmet, i was hit a few times, and thrashed my hands on the pavement once.

Can I get a ticket for riding a bike without a helmet?

NONAME

i live in Los Angeles California
is there an age limit?
will i get a ticket?
and do i have to ride on the street or sidewalk?
PLEASE TELL ME!

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If the city has a bike helmet law, you may be required to wear one. Even if they don't, it is a good idea. Most serious bike injuries are head injuries. Check with the local police or a bike club for details on the law in your area.

If helmets are required, you can be ticketed as many times as officers see you in violation.

Bikes do not belong on the sidewalks. Properly ridden, bikes should be along the curb moving with the flow of traffic. You are also to obey all traffic laws and devices, such as signs and stop lights. If dark, you need reflectors and lights. Not doing so can result in a citation.

CONSIDER YOURSELF TOLD!

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What's a good bicycle helmet for city riding?

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csss s

I live in Philadelphia, and it is pretty congested. I have a trek bike helmet and I hate it. It feels like a big bowl on top of my head, and I hate the straps. I'm thinking about a skateboard helmet. Is that a good idea? I dont care how hot it is, I just want it to be more comfortable.
Thanks

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The more expensive helmets come in different sizes and will be a much better fit. They will also be smaller then the one size fits all. A skateboard helmet will be way too hot.

How do I get my infant to wear a bike helmet?

Siamese B

I have an infant and no car. By myself I get around just fine on city buses biking and walking. Unfortunately, my infant won't wear the helmet so I can't take her on my bike. Any ideas on how I can get her to wear the helmet so we can take a bike ride together?

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just keep trying to get her to wear it, even wearing it around the house, and wear yours inside as well to set the example
make sure hers is adjusted well so it is comfortable

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What is a good beginner bike for someone trying to lose weight?

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John Smith

I want to start cycling to lose weight. I'm 6' and 300 lbs. I live on Long Island, NY. I know road bikes have narrower tires and you have to ride with your torso almost horizontal. Would a mountain bike be better? I have also heard of hybrids, that combine the best of both bike types. I plan to ride mainly on paved roads, maybe sometimes on grass, but not off-road or anything. The most important thing for me is balance and handling.

I haven't owned a bike since the 6th grade, so any and all info would be appreciated. I also like to tinker and build stuff, so I really like the idea of bike maintenance. What websites/retailers/resources would you recommend?

Thank you!

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You want a Performance Hybrid. Also called a Sport Hybrid, Sport Performance hybrid, Fitness hybrid or even sometimes a "City Hybrid".

The small tires on road bikes will not be good for your weight. The hybrids will do you good.

Find a good reputable shop in your area and go speak to them about what you're considering. Don't buy a comfort bike or anything with a suspension saddle. You don't want anything with suspension, it's unnecessary money and weight for you. It's not good for someone like you trying to get a good workout from riding. Skip all suspension.

Sport hybrids:
Giant Escape, Cannondale Quick 4, Trek 7.2FX, Raleigh Cadent FT1, Specialized Ariel, Ariel Sport, etc.

Bike maintenance:
http://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/bike-maintenance.html

Are you near Westhampton Beach? Have you ever heard of "Bikemanforu"? You could visit his shop Bike N Kite. He knows a lot about bikes and really stands behind what he sells. I know he sells Giant Escapes but they don't do a whole lot in new bike sales so they don't have a great selection of new bikes but good entry level bikes at fair market price that he stands behind.

Lastly, make sure you are prepared to spend on other things that will be really needed for your riding.

Things you should purchase right away with your bicycle:
Helmet
Padded Bike Shorts (I feel that 2 is the magic number) wash every 2 days.
Water Bottle Cage
Water bottle
Bike headlight and taillight - if you're going to do any riding at night.
Multi-tool - basically for all the needed allen key sizes. A good multi-tool will take care of the basic adjustments you'll need to do.
Floor pump w/ gauge - You want to inflate your tires to maximum PSI before every ride. Important to have a good pump.
Bike jerseys or wicking tees (I feel like 2 is the magic number and wash with the shorts every 2 days. Maybe 3 would be even better but I don't like having them sit around without being washed for longer than a day or two.

Other things to consider:
Bike computer (with cadence)- Something I hesitated on buying at firstbut it is something very nice to have to know how far you rode and that you're riding at a high enough cadence for you to be getting a good enough workout. Very important to keep your cadence up and to not mash on the pedals. You don't want much resistance on the pedals.

Repair stand - for doing your own maintenance. Then you need some brushes, lube, etc.

*IMPORTANT* Road cycling shoes (not MTB shoes) and Clipless road pedals - These two things are pretty essential. I would get these right away. Get used to riding for a few days and then put them on. Be careful to find out how they work too. If you want to ride for fitness then you need the pedals and shoes or else you'll be wasting time.

Mini pump to install on your bike in case you need to fill up while out on the road. In case you get a flat. You'll probably want a spare tube and tire levers so that you can repair a flat on the road also.

Saddle bag - or any kind of bag for the bike - Great to hold your phone, keys, multi-tool, tube, and whatever else you feel like bringing with you.

Safe riding. Enjoy

Where can I get a bike helmet to fit my large head?

ZaMis

Not only is my freakish melon wide it is tall. So when I try on even the largest helmet it rides up so high on my head that it doesn't provide much protection and looks ridiculous. Is there a manufacturer that specializes i hard to fit heads? How about a shop in the Twin Cities?

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Try a skateboard or BMX helmet. Just Google skateboard and your zip code.

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What's a good bicycle helmet for city riding?

best bike helmet city image

csss s

I live in Philadelphia, and it is pretty congested. I have a trek bike helmet and I hate it. It feels like a big bowl on top of my head, and I hate the straps. I'm thinking about a skateboard helmet. Is that a good idea? I dont care how hot it is, I just want it to be more comfortable.
Thanks

Answer
The more expensive helmets come in different sizes and will be a much better fit. They will also be smaller then the one size fits all. A skateboard helmet will be way too hot.

How do I get my infant to wear a bike helmet?

Siamese B

I have an infant and no car. By myself I get around just fine on city buses biking and walking. Unfortunately, my infant won't wear the helmet so I can't take her on my bike. Any ideas on how I can get her to wear the helmet so we can take a bike ride together?

Answer
just keep trying to get her to wear it, even wearing it around the house, and wear yours inside as well to set the example
make sure hers is adjusted well so it is comfortable

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