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I am going bicycle shopping tomorrow. I don't know if I want a road bike or a mountain bike. Which brands should I be looking at?

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Trek
Specialized
Cannondale
GT
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TexChik · F
Given your age, no disrespect intended, a battery-assisted bike might be a smart choice. It will ride under your power like a normal bike, but when you need a boost, turn on the electric motor. They go pretty fast if needed, but can also keep you from overdoing it. They are pricey, but just might be worth it. Find a reputable bike shop and take a look.
Musicman · 61-69, MVIP
@TexChik Our of the four brands I tried Trek was the one I liked the best. I have four friends actually that call a 30 mile ride just a ride around the block and a 60 mile ride Saturday morning fun. One did a ride from Venice California to Venice Florida. That is just mind boggling to me.
TexChik · F
@Musicman He went Forrest Gump on it!
Musicman · 61-69, MVIP
@TexChik Two years ago he and three buddies took their mountain bikes to Pittsburgh Pennsylvania in March and rode the trails from Pittsburgh to Washington DC. Their goal was to do it non stop in under 24 hours. March was too early in the year. They ran into snow. One guy wrecked his bike. They made in in 28 hours. They redid the ride in the fall and made it in under 24 hours. Could you imagine doing that.
I favour a mountain bike, it gives you more freedom and gets you away from traffic. All the brands listed are good, Orbea and Cube are worth a look too.
@Mindfulness Same. IMO, If you need electric,
buy a scooter and off you are set :)))
Musicman · 61-69, MVIP
@LunadelobosIAMTHEDRAGON No. The other day was just a shopping trip to see what's out there. I don't get paid till this week coming up.
@Musicman Cool.

Keep us apprised :)
I liked treks, but whatever should be fine. mostly I'd just look for a local shop that will support you in the long run.
Musicman · 61-69, MVIP
@dirge That is definitely a excellent point. Having a relationship with a company that will give you good service is important.
Brandwise, I couldn't say; but a hybrid bike gives you the best versatility.
They're a mountain-touring-roadbike cross.

The comfortable riding geometry, reasonable pavement speeds, and light off-road capability make them good general purpose bikes.
Musicman · 61-69, MVIP
@SethGreene531 That's what all the bike shops said too.
Musicman · 61-69, MVIP
@BritishFailedAesthetic Just myself and a friend.
@Musicman Sounds fun, I've got some mates who are into cycling.

One showed me a video of him cycling in Japan!
Musicman · 61-69, MVIP
@BritishFailedAesthetic An acquaintances wife got accepted to Cordon Bleu in France. He took his road bike with him and posted video of it.
GerOttman · 61-69, M
I don't know if Ducati makes a mountain bike but that would be my first choice!
I am not sure about brands, per se.

Mine is a hybrid :) I just love her <3 !
Musicman · 61-69, MVIP
@LunadelobosIAMTHEDRAGON I love budget friendly. 🙂🙂🙂 What do you have?
@Musicman She's a Launcher.

Shimano gears.

She has been my companion for ages :)))
Musicman · 61-69, MVIP
@LunadelobosIAMTHEDRAGON Very nice 🙂
ShenaniganFoodie · 36-40, M
On my Travel/Work Visa I did 2 years with SportChek In Vancouver

Building Snow Boards & Mountain bikes

Musicman · 61-69, MVIP
@ShenaniganFoodie Looks like you had a great time 🙂🙂🙂
ShenaniganFoodie · 36-40, M
@Musicman I purchased a house in Van & now have dual citizenship
Musicman · 61-69, MVIP
@ShenaniganFoodie Excellent! Congratulations 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
Electric.. you don’t have to peddle
MarineBob · 56-60, M
Trike and make it electric

 
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