{"id":2053,"date":"2011-02-10T20:24:26","date_gmt":"2011-02-11T03:24:26","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/topangacreekbicycle.wordpress.com\/?p=2053"},"modified":"2011-02-10T20:24:26","modified_gmt":"2011-02-11T03:24:26","slug":"getting-better-bikes-to-more-people","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.topangacreekoutpost.com\/blog\/getting-better-bikes-to-more-people\/","title":{"rendered":"Getting Better Bikes to More People. Thinking out of the box about a bike."},"content":{"rendered":"
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\u00a0We recently made a quick chart to help guide\u00a0everyone to the right bike or plan for their usage and budget.\u00a0\u00a0Here is some ideas, comments and suggestions for budgeting a bike.\u00a0 Packages are often available for even better options, but here is a good start.<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n


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Ideas for Bikes. And upgrades<\/td>\nPurpose and notes from us.\u00a0 (All of the bikes in this list are appropriate for the Santa Monica Mountains and trails around us\u00a0in Southern California.\u00a0 This list is for budgeting your next purchase and having a general overview of what we offer in mountain bikes and what we sell regularly.)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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HARO Flightline series (front suspension)<\/td>\n$330 – $1305\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 This series is often for first time riders.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
HARO Shift series (full suspension)<\/td>\n$840 – $1525\u00a0\u00a0 The Haro Shift Series is a full suspension line for first time riders getting their first full suspension bike on a budget.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
BMC Speedfox<\/td>\n$1595 for\u00a0a few 2010 we still have.\u00a0 MSRP is $1995.\u00a0\u00a0 A full suspension bike that can grow with you. The BMC frame is great for all trails in the mountains near the shop.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Maverick Durance<\/td>\n$3,100 – $5.000\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 All around bike.\u00a0\u00a0 This is one of Scott’s favorite\u00a0options.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Pivot 429<\/td>\n$4,000 – $6,500\u00a0\u00a0 DW Link 29er.\u00a0\u00a0 Well reviewed.\u00a0 Technically excellent suspension. Dave Weagle designed.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Pivot Mach series<\/td>\n$3,600 – $7,000\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 DW Link 26 inch frames.\u00a0 David Weagle designed.\u00a0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Devinci Dixon or Dexter<\/td>\n$2,995 – $7,499.\u00a0\u00a0 Made in Canada.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Unique to the states, fantastic company, people and frames from Canada.\u00a0\u00a0 A Devinci and Dave Weagle colaboration in Canada.\u00a0 Best Practices.\u00a0 Best in Class.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
HARO 29ers<\/td>\n$875-$1630\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Entry level introduction to 29er bikes.\u00a0\u00a0 The Mary XC is an ideal steel framed 29er on a budget .\u00a0\u00a0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Salsa Spearfish<\/td>\n$2249 (or more for custom build, although we recommend the complete).\u00a0 Nothing competes on price against performance.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Surly Troll<\/td>\n$2.000- $3,000 These are a lot of fun and available only as custom builds.\u00a0\u00a0Steel hardtail frame and fork\u00a0by Surly.\u00a0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\u00a0Salsa el Mariachi<\/td>\n\u00a0$1749 for complete, builds (2K – 4K) If you can\u00a0find the complete bike in your size, this is another of the incredible Salsa 2011 builds.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Tune-up<\/td>\n$75 and up.\u00a0 A budget way to get riding imediately.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Upgrade frame<\/td>\n\u00a0$1,000 and up.\u00a0\u00a0 Another budget alternative to a new bike.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Upgrade wheelset<\/td>\n$500 Stan’s wheelset gives you a great new wheelset.\u00a0 Spend more if you want and can because wheels are very important.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
BMC Frourstroke<\/td>\n$2795 is where we can start you with a BMC Fourstroke for optimal pricing on a race ready BMC frame.\u00a0 Sizing limited.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
BMC Trailfox<\/td>\n\u00a0$2495 (now $1695 for 2010, limited sizes and quantity) Another high end Avanced Pivot System designed BMC framed bike at an affordable price. 140mm of travel. Terrific platform.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Niner Jet 9<\/td>\n$3,000 is often the goal.\u00a0 If you like Kermit Green, you can build a 2010 Jet 9 for under $3,000.\u00a0\u00a0 The frame and fork are $2,595 otherwise<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Niner Air 9 Scandium<\/td>\n$3,000 – $4000 is often the goal for a scandium hard tail 29er.\u00a0\u00a0 Generally if you are planning a scandium frame, you want best.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Niner MCR & EMD<\/td>\nGet on a NIner for under $2,000 with an MCR or EMD.\u00a0 Get hooked on big wheels.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Upgrade tires<\/td>\n\u00a0$100 Another budget option to get on the trails and advance your riding style.\u00a0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
New Camelbak<\/td>\n$70-100 will get you hydrated so you can ride more and get stronger and better.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
New TCB Waterbottle<\/td>\n$5\u00a0\u00a0 For the absolute budget way to spruce up your riding.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Topanga Creek Socks<\/td>\n\u00a0$8.95\u00a0\u00a0 Shameless marketing for us, might not improve you riding, but we get our logo out there one more time.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\u00a0NiteRider lights including the MiNewt 250 Cordless<\/td>\n\u00a0$139.99 -160 The first and best cordless bright light.\u00a0 Mounts on the handlebars like a commuter light. Finally.\u00a0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\u00a0Surly Pugsely<\/td>\n\u00a0$1500 – $5000\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A snow bound bike.\u00a0 Fun, Fun, Fun.\u00a0\u00a0 And, more fun. Giant tires and a smile on your face.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
BMC Carbon Team Elite in size large frame.<\/td>\nWas $2595, Now $1395.\u00a0\u00a0 Build the ultimate hard tale race mountain bike.\u00a0\u00a0Best in class frame.\u00a0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Titanium Mariachi Comlete Bike<\/td>\n$3299\u00a0 Best pricing for a ti frame. Lighter Mariachi. Smooth ride.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Titanium Fargo Frame<\/td>\n$1999\u00a0 If you are planning to ride the continental divide, you will be happiest with the lightest frame available.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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