Is a 2003 specialized Hardrock cro-mo a good starter bike

[Madness]

I am new when it comes to cycling. I am looking into buying a 03 specialized Hardrock cro-mo one of the main reason is because i am 6'6 and i need a large frame and the hardrock has a 23 inch frame and is priced under 300 it is what i want and rides good on street. From what i was told it is a great beginner bike. Also anyone who owns or who has owned this bike what are things I should try to upgrade on the bike? here is a link to the specs CLICK HERE any input would be great also any tips for a person new to cycling would also be appreciated..


Thanks -Madness

 

[trekrider4315]

Originally posted by Madness
I am new when it comes to cycling. I am looking into buying a 03 specialized Hardrock cro-mo one of the main reason is because i am 6'6 and i need a large frame and the hardrock has a 23 inch frame and is priced under 300 it is what i want and rides good on street. From what i was told it is a great beginner bike. Also anyone who owns or who has owned this bike what are things I should try to upgrade on the bike? here is a link to the specs CLICK HERE any input would be great also any tips for a person new to cycling would also be appreciated..


Thanks -Madness

Seems nice. Never seen a rider your height, but that bikes seems like a pretty good size up and the specs are pretty good for a beginning bike.

 

[fasterTHANyou]

many, many, many, many years ago- a hardrock was my first mountain bike. fully ridgid. i beat the **** out of it and it always held together. i think it's a great choice. i don't know what your budget is, but make sure to get the best frame you can with your money. thats the foundation...

 

[Madness]

Thanks for the quick replys. fasterTHANyou my budget is under 300..and is this a good frame?

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[Madness]

Originally posted by trekrider4315
Seems nice. Never seen a rider your height, but that bikes seems like a pretty good size up and the specs are pretty good for a beginning bike.

Yes i am a tall lanky guy so that was my main problem most companies don't even make over 21 inch frames from what i have seen i know gian makes a 23 also but the price is about 150 more

 

[trekrider4315]

Originally posted by Madness
Yes i am a tall lanky guy so that was my main problem most companies don't even make over 21 inch frames from what i have seen i know gian makes a 23 also but the price is about 150 more

Having a company make a bigger frame costs more, but not a ton. If I were you I'd go for the one that doesnt cost more...just my thought tho.But if the one that costs more is better, then I'd say think about it a little.
Good luck.

 

[Madness]

Originally posted by trekrider4315
Having a company make a bigger frame costs more, but not a ton. If I were you I'd go for the one that doesnt cost more...just my thought tho.But if the one that costs more is better, then I'd say think about it a little.
Good luck.

I did test rides today the one that cost less rides better so i think i am sold on the spec hardrock thanks for your input it helped me alot...

 

[trekrider4315]

Originally posted by Madness
I did test rides today the one that cost less rides better so i think i am sold on the spec hardrock thanks for your input it helped me alot...

No problem have fun on it and remember to ride it like you stole it.

 

[fasterTHANyou]

Originally posted by Madness
Thanks for the quick replys. fasterTHANyou my budget is under 300..and is this a good frame?

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i'd say yes. like i said, i rode the **** out of mine back in the day. check around with some of your local dealers, see what the recomend... but yeah, i'd have no problems with that specialized at all

 

[fasterTHANyou]

Originally posted by Madness
I did test rides today the one that cost less rides better so i think i am sold on the spec hardrock thanks for your input it helped me alot...

ok... i need to pay attention to posts- haha. congrats on the new bike, be sure to keep us posted with riding stories... and yea- haha- ride it like you stole it

 

[Madness]

Thanks for all the replies I went for another longer test ride on my lunch break today and i realized that i would need a nice gel seat asap and the lady at the bike shop ran into the back and pulled a damn nice one out and said it has one stitch missing and was returned she has already had it replaced and she said i could have it for free. Now i can't wait to pick up my bike at the store only 100 more and she comes home with me