I am not really into mountain biking. And will most likely use them just to ride around my neighbourhood and maybe the ocassional coffee run while doing some exercise.
WM had the follow, with some pictures attached
Bear Mountain Hyper - 178
Viking Trail 27.5 Hyper (aluminium) - 198
Spinfit 700c (city thin tires bike) - 198
I pretty much never biked since childhood, I am not an avid biker and probably unless I find something off out of the box, I wouldn't go to a bike shop to tune them.
Until now I've been waiting on a sale on those Nakamura bikes from Sport Check since I have a $25 off 125 coupon, but maybe these bikes are better?
If you're not going to use it for commuting or heavy exercise then it's probably alright. If you don't care about how fast you can go and you intend to avoid hills and mountain climbs then go for it.
But note if you want a "good" bike then it's always best to go to a bike shop and spend a bit more.
Mr. Robo wrote: ↑
If you're not going to use it for commuting or heavy exercise then it's probably alright. If you don't care about how fast you can go and you intend to avoid hills and mountain climbs then go for it.
But note if you want a "good" bike then it's always best to go to a bike shop and spend a bit more.
Thanks.
Any opinion on these at WM vs bikes like Nakamura at SportCheck?
Bikes are a "you get what you pay for" item. Cheap ones will have sub-par parts that are less durable and smooth, and will usually use a cheaper frame material, making the bike heavy and slow.
If you are just going to use it occasionally, for short durations and don't care about speed, knock yourself out.
Sport Chek bikes will be more expensive, but slightly better quality.
Messerschmitt wrote: ↑
I am not really into mountain biking. And will most likely use them just to ride around my neighbourhood and maybe the ocassional coffee run while doing some exercise.
WM had the follow, with some pictures attached
Bear Mountain Hyper - 178
Viking Trail 27.5 Hyper (aluminium) - 198
Spinfit 700c (city thin tires bike) - 198
I pretty much never biked since childhood, I am not an avid biker and probably unless I find something off out of the box, I wouldn't go to a bike shop to tune them.
Until now I've been waiting on a sale on those Nakamura bikes from Sport Check since I have a $25 off 125 coupon, but maybe these bikes are better?
Get a bike from a bike store. You'll be happier. Understand what type of surface you'll mostly be riding on and choose the appropriate bike for that surface. Make sure you get a right sized bike as well.
lpin14 wrote: ↑
Get a bike from a bike store. You'll be happier. Understand what type of surface you'll mostly be riding on and choose the appropriate bike for that surface. Make sure you get a right sized bike as well.
It's almost impossible buy from a LBS right now - I've tried the three local to me and they're all sold out of bikes worth less than $1000. Which sucks as I'm trying to find a decent bike for my son.
If you don't care about the specifics of a bike... and you're only going to ride it occasionally... buy used!!! Why buy junk from a department store? Though you likely won't notice a good bike from a clunker most likely... you WILL notice that it weighs a ton!
von Monster wrote: ↑
It's almost impossible buy from a LBS right now - I've tried the three local to me and they're all sold out of bikes worth less than $1000. Which sucks as I'm trying to find a decent bike for my son.
One effect of lockdown is people save a lot money from restaurant and mall shopping. I guess now 1000 is not a big deal:))))
Think of bikes like cars.
Walmart, Canadian Tire, these department stores sell the cheapest bikes on the market. The absolute cheapest.
Now think of the absolute cheapest car you can buy.
-nissan micra $10,999
-mitsubishi mirage $10,999
-Geo Metro back when they were sold
These cars worked... they might have even been reliable. But thats about it... its just a car that works.
You arent going to get a nice ride of much quality from these bikes.
They serve some people ok. The person who only goes on a few bike rides a year. Or someone who doesnt care. Or something who lives in a high theft area. But even so... you’ll be better off buying a used bicycle of good quAlity.
Think of bikes like cars.
Walmart, Canadian Tire, these department stores sell the cheapest bikes on the market. The absolute cheapest.
Now think of the absolute cheapest car you can buy.
-nissan micra $10,999
-mitsubishi mirage $10,999
-Geo Metro back when they were sold
These cars worked... they might have even been reliable. But thats about it... its just a car that works.
You arent going to get a nice ride of much quality from these bikes.
They serve some people ok. The person who only goes on a few bike rides a year. Or someone who doesnt care. Or something who lives in a high theft area. But even so... you’ll be better off buying a used bicycle of good quAlity.
Op hljust want to ride in neighbourhood or coffee shop:))
I have sportchek 199 dollar bike and i just ride with my son in neighbourhood, nothing wrong.
Majority of people don't need 500+ dollars bikes, that's why Canadian tire can sell those cheap bikes
