On Sat, 24 May 2003 04:18:50 GMT, "Mike Jacoubowsky" <
[email protected]> wrote:
>> Is it Trek (Navigator 400), Giant (Cypress DX) or the Raleigh (40)? I'm going to be using the
>> bike for asphalt bike paths, parks, and a little gravel. I will be riding the bike for about 3
>> hours on weekends.
>
>Speaking as a totally-biased and not-to-be-believed retailer who sells lots of TREK bicycles, I'd
>say that, of the three companies you mentioned, TREK is the best in terms of consistently not
>taking short cuts to quality and having the best warranty service in the business. That answers the
>question in your subject line. However, the best bike for *you* is at least partly dependent (if
>most largely) on the quality of the dealer you get the bike from. You should be looking for a shop
>that you wouldn't mind bringing the bike back to if there are any issues, such as fit, something
>not quite working right, or even advice on where to ride.
>
>--Mike-- Chain Reaction Bicycles
http://www.ChainReactionBicycles.com
>
Speaking as another totally biased guy who works in a shop who sells all three brands,
Mike's right on.
I'd like to add a few thoughts. Have you ridden all three, for more than a loop around the parking
lot? If not, do it. If so, did one bike or shop give you a better feeling in any way? Did you need a
minor adjustment during a test ride? How did the shop react?
What other services do the shops offer? Free rider / repair clinics? Group rides? Free adjustments
or tune ups? Loyalty programs? Local event info?
Try to compare no more than two at a time.
All three are good bikes, I don't think any of them will do you wrong.
Have fun, Barry