hi there!

[Dominicg]

Hey everyone!

The names Dominic, im 19 and i'm pretty new to the mtn. bike scene. Actually i'm so new i don't even have a bike yet. I've been shopping for a bike for over a year, but every time i've gotten close to a purchase i'd throw the money towards my FJC.


But now i'm finally ready, looking for a bike thats a step up from entry level (1k-1.5k). Some that i really like are the Kona's, the price's seem right and the reviews sound good on just about all their bikes.

I'm located in lake forest and will be sticking mostly to trails close by, like whiting ranch, holy jim, etc. So if you know the area what type of bike would best suit me??



Also, im looking at a lot of used bikes, and have been going to all the local bike shops asking question's, and they recommend against buying used. Is that just because they want my money or should i really stay away from used?

[jhardeman]

nothing wrong with used check out craigslist or str there is always someone upgrading to the next thing...

[genusmtbkr5]

Welcome to the tribe. It'll be a while before any of us ride Whiting. How tall are you, cause I may have a bike for sale soon. It's a small. I'm about 5' 8"

[Dominicg]

thanks for the welcomes!

yeah, unfortunately the entrance to whiting ranch (either the ralphs parking lot or across from oakley) is still closed.


im 6', and if i understand the bike sizing correctly i think i'd be to tall.

[socal ridur]

is that pic of ur fj at holy jim....i think i reconize that spot when we go offroading back there

[Dominicg]

yup, i'm a holy jim regular. i have logged many miles through there over the years