Author Topic: Bike deal request and advice (Read 16574 times)

Sammy82 · « **on:** June 08, 2014, 08:37:40 AM »

I'm looking to buy a 2nd bike (going to the country this year and it's too much to schlep my bike back and forth every weekend). Looking to spend $600, give or take $200-300. I think I want a racing bike (my current bike is a hybrid-Giant Roam 3-better for NY streets).
1) Do any experts out there know if a racing bike is OK for biking to/from/in the mountains (basically streets and paths I think)?
2)Anybody know of any good deals? I know the past few years South Shore Bicycle (Woodmere) had 25% off coupons but I don't get that coupon book anymore (actually I don't recall which of the many local papers and coupon books it was advertised in. Maybe online.). Anybody know if they have a deal this year and if yes, where I could find the coupon? If not, any other good bike stores (my past two bikes I got from Oceanside Cycle who is excellent but very expensive) that have good deals?
TIA

sammy n · « **Reply #1 on:** June 08, 2014, 09:19:46 AM »

Quote from: Sammy82 on June 08, 2014, 08:37:40 AM

I'm looking to buy a 2nd bike (going to the country this year and it's too much to schlep my bike back and forth every weekend). Looking to spend $600, give or take $200-300. I think I want a racing bike (my current bike is a hybrid-Giant Roam 3-better for NY streets).
1) Do any experts out there know if a racing bike is OK for biking to/from/in the mountains (basically streets and paths I think)?
2)Anybody know of any good deals? I know the past few years South Shore Bicycle (Woodmere) had 25% off coupons but I don't get that coupon book anymore (actually I don't recall which of the many local papers and coupon books it was advertised in. Maybe online.). Anybody know if they have a deal this year and if yes, where I could find the coupon? If not, any other good bike stores (my past two bikes I got from Oceanside Cycle who is excellent but very expensive) that have good deals?
TIA

Not sure if your interested but there's someone called "The bike man" in Monsey, I know he used to sell new bikes not sure if he still does... He may have a second hand bike that you can buy as well. You can call 845-425-6071 and leave a message on his machine and someone calls you back. I think he also comes to the mountains once a week during the summer. Let me know what happens...

Sammy82 · « **Reply #2 on:** June 08, 2014, 10:14:54 AM »

Quote from: sammy n on June 08, 2014, 09:19:46 AM

Not sure if your interested but there's someone called "The bike man" in Monsey, I know he used to sell new bikes not sure if he still does... He may have a second hand bike that you can buy as well. You can call 845-425-6071 and leave a message on his machine and someone calls you back. I think he also comes to the mountains once a week during the summer. Let me know what happens...

Was thinking somebody more local (5towns, Brooklyn, Queens area) but maybe I'll give him a call. Thanks

David R · « **Reply #3 on:** June 08, 2014, 10:24:28 AM »

Since you mentioned South Shore, I want to share the following: About fifteen years ago, I purchased a bike from them for about $400. A friend of mine liked what I bought and shopped around for it. He then bought the identical model at a shop in Brooklyn (possibly on Coney Island Ave) for about half what I paid.

Sammy82 · « **Reply #4 on:** June 08, 2014, 10:45:50 AM »

Quote from: David R on June 08, 2014, 10:24:28 AM

Since you mentioned South Shore, I want to share the following: About fifteen years ago, I purchased a bike from them for about $400. A friend of mine liked what I bought and shopped around for it. He then bought the identical model at a shop in Brooklyn (possibly on Coney Island Ave) for about half what I paid.

I def keep that in mind. But one thing about buying a quality bike is service. First of all it has to be put together properly. Also, some places will give a maintenance package. For example, the reason why I bought my past two bikes from Oceanside Cycle, which is a little more expensive than other local stores is because they offer lifetime tuneups with every purchase. A tuneup costs about $75. I get about 2 or 3 of them a year.

Sammy82 · « **Reply #5 on:** June 08, 2014, 05:09:49 PM »

So did anybody here ever bike from the Catskills to 5towns? Any advice? Which route? Is everything paved? I'm thinking of doing lakewood instead (would probably do it in two days). Anybody do that route? Looking for any advice out there. Is there maybe a website for this type of thing? The longest route I've ever done was 5towns to lakewood but that is really simple and clear cut.

David R · « **Reply #6 on:** June 09, 2014, 04:33:51 PM »

Quote from: Sammy82 on June 08, 2014, 05:09:49 PM

So did anybody here ever bike from the Catskills to 5towns? Any advice? Which route? Is everything paved? I'm thinking of doing lakewood instead (would probably do it in two days). Anybody do that route? Looking for any advice out there. Is there maybe a website for this type of thing? The longest route I've ever done was 5towns to lakewood but that is really simple and clear cut.

I plan to do that someday, but I probably don't have as much stamina, so here's my planned route: NY Route 42 South to Port Jervis, railroad from Port Jervis to Cedarhurst, with transfers at Secaucus, NY Penn Station and Jamaica. Total fare is $29.75. Soon after I bought the aforementioned bike, I bought a $5 permit to allow me to bring it on both Metro North and LIRR.

cozmohoot · « **Reply #7 on:** April 19, 2015, 11:24:27 AM »

Anyone have a bike for sale? Preferably under 200. Only need for local flat road riding. Maybe some park riding.

grodnoking · « **Reply #8 on:** April 19, 2015, 11:37:29 AM »

Quote from: grodnoking on April 19, 2015, 11:05:49 AM

Anyone have a used bike? Looking to buy one in Lakewood. A cheap one. Preferably mountain bike

Hmm... didnt know this thread existed...

cozmohoot · « **Reply #9 on:** April 20, 2015, 08:35:43 AM »

Quote from: grodnoking on April 19, 2015, 11:37:29 AM

Hmm... didnt know this thread existed...

Neither did I, until I searched

cozmohoot · « **Reply #10 on:** April 20, 2015, 01:22:14 PM »

Noone has a bike in Brooklyn sitting around?

doodle · « **Reply #11 on:** April 20, 2015, 10:23:57 PM »

Quote from: cozmohoot on April 20, 2015, 01:22:14 PM

Noone has a bike in Brooklyn sitting around?

stolen

Yehuda25 · « **Reply #12 on:** April 21, 2015, 08:54:30 AM »

Quote from: doodle on April 20, 2015, 10:23:57 PM

stolen

with lock?

yesitsme · « **Reply #13 on:** May 19, 2015, 12:07:00 PM »

I'M looking to buy a bicycle, I'm surprised to see they have such small variety.
http://m.costco.com/bicycles.html

even the one I bought last year they don't have
Diamondback Wildwood 26" Classic Men's Sport Comfort Bike - 17in

David R · « **Reply #14 on:** May 19, 2015, 06:54:19 PM »

Quote from: yesitsme on May 19, 2015, 12:07:00 PM

I'M looking to buy a bicycle, I'm surprised to see they have such small variety.
http://m.costco.com/bicycles.html

even the one I bought last year they don't have
Diamondback Wildwood 26" Classic Men's Sport Comfort Bike - 17in

Don't be surprised; Costco is not usually big on selection.

Sammy82 · « **Reply #15 on:** May 19, 2015, 07:23:12 PM »

Quote from: yesitsme on May 19, 2015, 12:07:00 PM

I'M looking to buy a bicycle, I'm surprised to see they have such small variety.
http://m.costco.com/bicycles.html

even the one I bought last year they don't have
Diamondback Wildwood 26" Classic Men's Sport Comfort Bike - 17in

go get one from a reputable bike store. It's worth the extra money.

yesitsme · « **Reply #16 on:** May 19, 2015, 07:45:43 PM »

Quote from: Sammy82 on May 19, 2015, 07:23:12 PM

go get one from a reputable bike store. It's worth the extra money.

you have a point, @costco you pay once, they have a great policy.

grodnoking · « **Reply #17 on:** June 10, 2015, 11:58:13 PM »

Cant find the bike page in for trade/sale. Im looking for a used cheap bike. like one I wont mind throwing out after a few months.

Yeki89 · « **Reply #18 on:** June 11, 2015, 12:00:03 AM »

I bought my GIANT XTC on Craiglist for $200.

Worth every penny

doodle · « **Reply #19 on:** June 11, 2015, 12:27:15 AM »

Quote from: Yeki89 on June 11, 2015, 12:00:03 AM

I bought my GIANT XTC on Craiglist for $200.

Worth every penny

two thousand pennies ??