WTB: Medium hardtail for my fiance

[TNR25]

Hello everyone ! I'm new to the site and new to mountain bikes but that hasn't stopped it from already consuming my life!

I am looking for a bike for my fiance because I want to be able to share my new found passion with her! She need a size medium , she is 5' 7" as a referance for size.

The only things I'm am concerned about is hydraulic discs and a lockout front fork . But that doesnt mean I wont consider other options .

We are not looking to spend much over $500. Which obviously isnt a lot of money to play with but she isnt looking for anything too special either. Just something so try out. Thanks ! - Taylor

 

[Mountain Bike Mike]

Check out @Johnny Utah is selling a nice Salsa but you may want to come up a little with budget and its well worth the price he's asking. It will last her a long time

 

[Mountain Bike Mike]

http://www.mtbnj.com/forum/threads/2015-salsa-el-mariachi-medium-825.45508/#post-817974

 

[TNR25]

I actually was taking to Johnny a few weeks ago about that bike for myself actually and was considering it as an option for the fiance. The only problem is that she may not even like it so putting out the money is a risk. But I'm sure if she hated it I wouldn't be in too bad of a spot with the bike could be a fun bike to have.

 

[Patrick]

I have a 2015 medium marlin 7 in matte volt green (looks yellow to me) with less than 100 miles on it. All stock.
matching water bottle cage, and pedals included.

https://archive.trekbikes.com/us/en/2015/Trek/marlin_7#/us/en/2015/Trek/marlin_7/details

would be below your budget. Let me know, i'll send some pics.

 

[Juggernaut]

So, the mountain bike festival is this Sunday. The smart thing to do is both of you come up and demo a few different types of bikes (for free). If you’re worried about the single track, stick to the fire roads. It’s still getting her out on a bike and letting HER decide if (a) this is something she might want to pursue and (b) what type of bike (if any) speaks to her.

The success rate is much higher this way..... take it from a guy with 25+ years of marriage experience.

Just my 2c-

 

[TNR25]

Now that is a very wise plan of action! I've been kicking around If I could make it or not because she didnt have a bike. But that sounds like a great idea !

 

[Juggernaut]

Now that is a very wise plan of action! I've been kicking around If I could make it or not because she didnt have a bike. But that sounds like a great idea !

We gotta stick together.....

Good luck!

 

[pooriggy]

are not looking to spend much over $500.

Just as a heads up, the demo bikes at Bikefest will cost greater then $500.

 

[Juggernaut]

Just as a heads up, the demo bikes at Bikefest will cost greater then $500.

True...... but if she doesn’t like riding a 5k bike I’m pretty sure he just saved $500.

 

[Magic]

This is how I got another bike. Confirmed it works. Always find a woman within 1" of your height.

 

[TNR25]

Still in the market maybe someone can chime in on an affordable off the shelf bike that might be worth while? Thanks everyone for the help.

 

[MadisonDan]

Still in the market maybe someone can chime in on an affordable off the shelf bike that might be worth while? Thanks everyone for the help.

You're going to have a very difficult time finding a bike that's trail worthy for $500 or less. Paved paths or hard pack gravel/flat dirt, yeah, maybe. Good luck. You really should get her to demo some bikes. Check the What's Happening thread for upcoming demos. Be on the lookout for Liv, which is Giant's woman's version.

 

[qclabrat]

Still in the market maybe someone can chime in on an affordable off the shelf bike that might be worth while? Thanks everyone for the help.

Are you looking for new? Imo the Trek Marlin @fidodie offered is a perfect bike to start with.

 

[Patrick]

Are you looking for new? Imo the Trek Marlin @fidodie offered is a perfect bike to start with.

i keep working late and then falling asleep - will be in-touch.

 

[tonyride]

I have a 27.5+ hardtail but I'm afraid that's a bit out of your price range.

 

[TNR25]

Still interested , I'm realizing that my price is a bit unrealistic from the past few days of looking.

 

[TNR25]

Well everyone just to inform you all thanks to @tonyride My fiancé and I had a nice cruise around the park tonight and she got to get a nice maiden voyage on her new bike. Thank you all for the help!

 

[qclabrat]

Well everyone just to inform you all thanks to @tonyride My fiancé and I had a nice cruise around the park tonight and she got to get a nice maiden voyage on her new bike. Thank you all for the help! View attachment 78102

What is it?
She bought it for color? Haha

 

[TNR25]

Well hers is the red one on the left its a Diamondback Mason pro , My bike is on the right and its a Mondraker Prime R+