Uckari Posted August 8, 2019 Share Posted August 8, 2019 (edited) Hi guys and girls. Despite being a cycling nut I've not cycled for too many years to remember. And when I did, it was always on the road. Anyway, I've now got plenty of time on my hands soon and would like to get back on the bike but off road. Don't want to spend big at this stage but would like a nice bike https://bikesbros.com/entry-level-mountain-bike/ that could be upgraded as and when. I'm thinking of a budget of $500. Any and all suggestions much appreciated for an old newbie Edited August 12, 2019 by Uckari Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomppa Posted August 17, 2019 Share Posted August 17, 2019 Avoid those cheap full suspension bikes for sure. Check out house brand bikes of the big retailers like Vitus, Pinnacle, Radon etc. These are usually pretty good value. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators SickBiker Posted October 25, 2019 Administrators Share Posted October 25, 2019 For 500 US dollars you'll get an entry - recreational mountain bike. Usually the bike comes with the suspension fork and if so, it'll always be the one with the coil spring. Here are some thoughts on such forks: And here are some examples of bikes, produced by KNOWN brands: $400 GT Agressor Sport 2019 - spending another $100 for a higher model won't make it much better, but saving those 100 bucks gives you some chance to improve the bike, if you wish in the future. $460 Specialized Pitch 650B 2019 - similar components, nice looking frame. $500 Trek Marlin 5 2020 - still Shimano Tourney, not really MTB drivetrain, but the bike is worth upgrading too. $600 Pinnacle Kapur 2 2020 - 120 mm of travel at the front + Shimano Altus drivetrain make this bike much more capable in the terrain. It goes more into the trail geometry, than entry - XC bike. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SweetMTB Posted May 19, 2020 Share Posted May 19, 2020 (edited) Hi Uckari I checked out your web link https://bikesbros.com/entry-level-mountain-bike/ for a $500 budget mountain bike. If your only going to be riding around town on the road and some light trails, the Diamondback Overdrive 29 Hardtail Mountain Bike should fit your riding style. As long as you aren't wanting to spend the money to upgrade the components on it. Take Sick Biker's advice and avoid $500 budget bikes with those heavy cheap coil shocks. They're not like the old school Rock Shox coil forks from the 90's. Edited May 19, 2020 by SweetMTB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BMX Brands Posted August 13, 2021 Share Posted August 13, 2021 However, choosing your type of BMX bike among numerous available options is always a tricky part for beginners. Best BMX Bikes under $1000 is arguably a diverse form of cycling that has expanded the bike riding options for you. Thus, BMX bikes have a variety of options while holding some basic to advanced features. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
petervarane Posted August 16, 2021 Share Posted August 16, 2021 Once again, we have DC shoes in this list, but this time its Men’s Spartan HI WC SE Sneaker shoe. These are the best shoes for BMX riding who always want high-quality BMX shoes at a reasonable price. This shoe has an impressive design that has a performance-driven retro profile. This elevated ankle design has exceptional traction, sufficient padding, and plenty of ventilation that makes these shoes a darling option. these are one of the best bmx shoes Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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