So I wanted a bike for my birthday. I know nothing about bikes so i go to my local K-mart, Wal-mart. I see bikes from 80 bucks to an outstanding 287 bucks. I say to myself as i look at the 287 dollar bike " I wonder how much money quality bikes cost".
So i go to my local shop in Puerto Rico. I ask him that i want an aluminum frame with dual suspension. He than asked me how much money im willing to spend? I say i dont know 300. He than jokingly tells me to might as well go home. I was kind of amazed that bikes can cost more than 1,000 dollars.
Well anyways i bought a Y26 Trek, I have read all the reviews and totally understand why everybody hates it but! I am a total beginner. This is my first bike(first bike not from walmart). Can it really be that bad for me? Im not gonna go on long grueling trails, i just want this bike to go around the neighborhood, have an occasional ride just for some exercise. And all you guys are comparing the bike to 1,000 dollar machines that frankly i cant afford. I have a motorcycle for that. So really... Am i gonna enjoy this bike? I have not touched another dual suspension or even a hardtail for that matter. Im going from wal-mart bike to Y26. I dont think anyone has looked at it from this perspective. I am actually waiting for the bike to come in. It gets to the shop in 2 weeks. They had one there but it was to big 19inch. I want to get the 17.5. But from what i saw and felt i though it felt nice.
Also if i want to upgrade is it possible? Can i get the rear and font suspension? I dont want to do that yet but Id like to know that i can. What do i have to look for?
Let me know what you guys think... Be Honest, I can take it.
adel