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Awesome, have fun!
I'm a little heavier than the OP and also live in a hilly area, and started on a Defy 3 with triple crank. I loved the geometry of the bike, but...
I'd probably be inclined to list it a bit under $500 and agree that it should probably sell between $400 and $500.
All decent choices. I'd be inclined to stay away from the Fuji with the triple crank -- the compact cranks keep things a bit simpler, and should...
That's awesome!
Perhaps you should have let me reply before starting a (premature & unwarranted) victory dance . . . just sayin' [IMG] Edit: By the way, I...
There was a study by Dr. Gary Kleck (Professor in the School of Criminology and Criminal Justice at Florida State University) that estimated 2.5...
While I have never carried while cycling, I wouldn't hesitate to do so if I thought the situation warranted it. We have a constitutional right in...
The Planet Bike ARS and the WTB Speed V Comp are worth checking out on Amazon also.
All good bikes for your price range. Another interesting option is the 2011 Trek (Gary Fisher) Marlin 29'er. The 2011 Treks should be out any...
What currency is that in?
I also agree that, given your purposes, a road or cyclocross bike would probably be best. Try one out at a local bike shop to be sure it's o.k....
It would be good to know just a little bit more about how you think you will ride these in the future (sometimes hard to know). If you think...
I agree that the Sedona sounds like just the right bike for you. The main difference between the Sedona and the Cypress is the wheels/tires --...
My Defy 3 is a 2009 model. Yes, I ride many paved country backroads on mine. I would not want to spend much time on gravel roads on it. Seat...
Yes, my Defy 3 has the carbon fork. I've been comfortable on the bike for many 20-40 mile rides.
I've got a Saris Bones 3 and the instructions are clear that the bottom legs should be on the bumper.
Yes, both have carbon forks. I have a Defy 3 and I have been happy with it.
Racks: seems like I see a lot of people using roof racks these days, so that could be an option on your van. Folding Bike: There are a world of...
Not sure when the 2011 Giants are coming out, but this one is cheaper than the Rapid: Escape 2- 2011 (2010) - Bikes | Giant Bicycles | United States
