Anyone into mountain biking?

[Quick281]

I am now in Alaska (thread to come with pics later) and looking for a bike. I don't need a 8,000 downhill riding bike but I would like something above the 100 dollar beater at Walmart.

I was hoping to scan craigslist and find a good deal but at the same time I would like to get one in the next day or two before I start working my two jobs.

Called this guy and the bike works fine except for the front sprocket derailer isn't working. Worth it?

http://anchorage.craigslist.org/bik/1152874349.html

Trying to find something in Wasilla since I will be heading down there today anyways.

[Evadd]

if it's a just a front derailleur problem, it shouldn't be a tough fix. without more info, it could also be the shifter which also isn't a big deal, but it could be something more severe like the front cassette is all mangled, which will be more costly. i have no idea what the going price is on that bike in the first place, though. so basically, i'm of no use to you.

[RACER X]

maybe the bottom bracket is fragged.........dunno how a ft sporckets gets froze up

make sure to go visit the Pailins when your in wasilla

[azoomm]

www.mtbr.com

Ed - for the LOVE OF GOD can you please post something that at least appears to be in English? I mean, REALLY.

[Quick281]

Thanks guys. I have heard and seen the specialized name alot so I figure it wouldn't be a hard bike to find parts on and stuff like that. For 250 I am in the ballpark that a nice walmart bike would run me but getting a better bike in the deal.

Unless anyone screams NO while driving, I will be sure to pick it up after checking out a couple bike shops.

btw: You are like the 1 billionth person that has told me to say hi to Palin while in Alaska.

[Particle Man]

Originally Posted by Quick281

Thanks guys. I have heard and seen the specialized name alot so I figure it wouldn't be a hard bike to find parts on and stuff like that.

regardless of who makes the frame, you can find a new front derailleur at any bike shop.

Word to the wise: when replacing gears and shifters, pay more for the quality stuff... any mid-range Shimano stuff will work if you're riding recreationally.

[Quick281]

Btw, the guy said the bike is ridable but only the front sprocket won't shift. So its not like I can't pedal it.

[azoomm]

Originally Posted by Quick281

Thanks guys. I have heard and seen the specialized name alot so I figure it wouldn't be a hard bike to find parts on and stuff like that.

Our Specialized is now a Special Ed


mtbr is my favorite resource for bicycles in general - not just Mountain Bikes. They're a quirky bunch - but, for the most part reliable. And, have some killer deals in their Hot Deals section. That would be for parts AND completed bikes.

We just converted our office into the bicycle room - 10 in there hanging off the walls right now

[Smittie61984]

Originally Posted by Quick281

btw: You are like the 1 billionth person that has told me to say hi to Palin while in Alaska.

Tag Palin and her daughters and video and then post in Dark Alley. I think a nipple exception for that vid could be excepted.

My buddy has that exact specialized except it has mechanical disc brakes. Nothing wrong with V-brakes, infact they can stop a freight train (so be careful), but they'll squeel like hell if wet or get enough dirt between the pads.

Azoom. Nice SS!

I love bicycling. Infact it has kind of taken over my motorcycling a good bit but that's cause I'm trying to loose a decent bit of weight.

[Amber Lamps]

Originally Posted by Quick281

I am now in Alaska (thread to come with pics later) and looking for a bike. I don't need a 8,000 downhill riding bike but I would like something above the 100 dollar beater at Walmart.

I was hoping to scan craigslist and find a good deal but at the same time I would like to get one in the next day or two before I start working my two jobs.

Called this guy and the bike works fine except for the front sprocket derailer isn't working. Worth it?

http://anchorage.craigslist.org/bik/1152874349.html

Trying to find something in Wasilla since I will be heading down there today anyways.

Tell the guy $150 and buy it. Bicycle repairs are pretty cheap usually and you can get that entire assembly for a couple hundred max. In fact if there is a bike shop around you they may have it used for cheap do to an upgrade. A specialized USED to be an exceptional bike but now they are made in China like everything else and have suffered some quality issues on the lower end bikes like these. Even with that said, you will be happy that you spent the extra cash instead of going to Walmart. When you go to look at it just make sure the derailleur isn't totally jacked up. If it isn't you may be able to free it up with some time and some really good lube. Heck, the cable may just be jammed up or ill adjusted.