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Daniel
Guest
Hi, Just wanted to ask if anyone else has had problems with broken rear spokes on Giant brand bikes.
OR maybe I am just too much of a man to ride their bikes I have a Giant Cypress DX bike that
after 2 years of use started breaking spokes on the rear wheel. The first time one "popped" the shop
were I bought the bike from replaced it. Then next time they decided to replace (re-lace) all the
spokes, but just charged me for the spokes and not the labor. I am 6'2" tall and weight 235 pounds
and ride mostly on bike trails, but also ride the sidewalks in a nearby city that has lots to
explore and see especially their old mansions. I am not one to ride up or down curbs, nor abuse my
bike. I only rode it 670 miles last year.
Anyway, should I curse the Giant bike company or maybe I should try some other companies products?
Gary Fisher or Trek? Will a more expensive bike hold up better to daily use? I spent about $350
for my Cypress DX Cross Comfort bike. Do you get a more rugged bike for more money? last of all,
is there anyone out there that is my weight that has had good luck with a particular brand or
model bike?
Comments, ideas, suggestions and wise ass remarks welcome
Dan
OR maybe I am just too much of a man to ride their bikes I have a Giant Cypress DX bike that
after 2 years of use started breaking spokes on the rear wheel. The first time one "popped" the shop
were I bought the bike from replaced it. Then next time they decided to replace (re-lace) all the
spokes, but just charged me for the spokes and not the labor. I am 6'2" tall and weight 235 pounds
and ride mostly on bike trails, but also ride the sidewalks in a nearby city that has lots to
explore and see especially their old mansions. I am not one to ride up or down curbs, nor abuse my
bike. I only rode it 670 miles last year.
Anyway, should I curse the Giant bike company or maybe I should try some other companies products?
Gary Fisher or Trek? Will a more expensive bike hold up better to daily use? I spent about $350
for my Cypress DX Cross Comfort bike. Do you get a more rugged bike for more money? last of all,
is there anyone out there that is my weight that has had good luck with a particular brand or
model bike?
Comments, ideas, suggestions and wise ass remarks welcome
Dan