New rider needs a new ride...

So what bike did you end up getting? If you are still looking you might want to consider www.ibexbikes.com or www.fezzari.com. Ibex has a pretty good following; Fezzari is only 4 years old. I personally purchased a Fezzari Alta Peak and think it is great. If money is not an issue then go with Marty's, the guys in Hackettstown are great, very knowledgeable and extremely helpful. I purchased my son's Trek 4300 from them and it was a good experience. If you prefer Giant then go with Cycleworks in Andover (think that is where they are) again just a great group of cycling enthusiast who are great to deal with.
 
mike_243 said:
The biggest issue that I have with any Internet bike companies is what happens if you need to get something fixed?
I got my bike from my LBS and so far I have had it back a couple of times for adjustments and such at no charge.
plus I went and was able to ride a few different sizes and models to find what felt good the worst thing that you can do is get a bike that doesn't fit you right also different bike makers have different geometries in their frames so a large cannondale is not going to fit the same as a large trek or giant. of course this is just my opinion and everyone is different
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This up to you. If you not comfortable fixing and adjusting the bike then stick with local bike shop. I like to do things myself.
 
I've got a 2005 Giant Rainier I'm selling for $400. Its the older frame and component set before they downgraded the bike. Has 4" of travel up front and hydraulic disc brakes. I think the component set is Sram X7. Rode it only for a little over a season. Bought it as a leftover last year.
 
hagerfoot said:
I've got a 2005 Giant Rainier I'm selling for $400. Its the older frame and component set before they downgraded the bike. Has 4" of travel up front and hydraulic disc brakes. I think the component set is Sram X7. Rode it only for a little over a season. Bought it as a leftover last year.
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What size?
 
Size: 17"

In the spirit of full disclosure: There are some cosmetic scratches from use and the real wheel might need to be trued, but they still roll well. I can send some pictures to you if like. Let me know.

If you are wondering, I bought a Giant Trance X1 and need to get the bike out of the garage.
 
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