This document provides guidance on how to buy a practical bike. It recommends considering seat height, handlebar height and reach for proper fit. Tires between 1.25-1.75 inches are practical for most city riding. Low gears and accessories like fenders and racks make a bike more usable. Hybrid or city bikes with an upright posture and room for accessories are best for everyday use. Used bikes under $500 or new bikes starting at $700 from local bike shops are affordable options. Non-profit bike shops also provide community support and access.
13. Q: Where to buy?
A: Budget
• Under $500, used
bikes offer better value
than new
• Reasonable new bikes
start around $700
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16. Other Options:
REI Craig’s List
• decent values
• lots of support
• bike at all price levels
• some deals, some not
• no support
17. Stuff you don't need
(to be)
• lycra
• ironic moustache
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• white male
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18. Non-profit
bike shops
support access
Fix-it classes for everyone
14th and Main, near Jackson
for everyone
http://thebikery.org
Repair and riding classes for kids
S. Ferdinand St., Columbia City
http://bikeworks.org
19. Summary
• bars above seat
• low enough gears
• room for fenders
• ~1.25-1.75in or
32-45mm tires
http://www.rei.com
20. • Test ride different bikes
•Support Local Bike Shops
•Have fun!
Questions? Feedback?
@noahi
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