Hard tail buying help

[Atrex]

I am currently looking to purchase a used hard tail to do some trail riding. I am a student so I don't have alot of money to spend and I was wondering if anyone knew where I should look for some good deals. I am about 5'10" and would probably ride a 17" frame. Thanks.

[ECOdork]

How much you want to spend?

Did you see this thread? (http://socaltrailriders.org/forum/showthread.php?t=1849)

If that bike is more than you want to spend, I have a circa-Y2K Kona steelframe hardtail that I may be willing to part with. It is a no-nonsense solidly built trail bike that would get you out on the trails for not a lot of dough. I haven't really thought about how much I'd sell it for, but let me know if you are interested and I'll work up a price.

[JamR]

Originally Posted by Atrex

I am currently looking to purchase a used hard tail to do some trail riding. I am a student so I don't have alot of money to spend and I was wondering if anyone knew where I should look for some good deals. I am about 5'10" and would probably ride a 17" frame. Thanks.

Try the Jenson USA link at the top of this page. They typically have a few great deals on hardtails. I bought 2 17" Komodo's 2 years ago for $185.00 each.

If you're looking for a solid no-frills frame, they probably have something right up your alley.

Hope this helps.

Rob has a COVE STIFFEE you can build up. Its a solid frame and its from Canada....eh.

[Pho'dUp]

What's your budget for a bike? I might be able to put something together for you with Marin B-17 frame. A slightly different parts spec than below depending on what your budget is.

[Epic_Mtn_Biker]

That's a nice hardtail , Pho'dUp

[Atrex]

Wow! Thanks for the quick responses. I was looking to spend somewhere between $200 and $400. I don't know if that is possible but I was going to see what's out there and then go for it. Thanks for the help!

[Pho'dUp]

Originally Posted by Epic_Mtn_Biker

That's a nice hardtail , Pho'dUp

Thanks Epic. That frame is definitely durable and has a really nice psuedo Ti finish. I just don't ride it much because I usually opt for my 5"X5" bike.

[Atrex]

Does anyone have an idea on how much it would cost me to build up a used hardtail bike with LX drivetrain. I don't really know what else I would want on it but something that would stop when I braked and not fall apart when I went over a rock. I was thinking of just buying used parts and scrapping something together. What do you guys think?

[CalEpic]

Originally Posted by Atrex

Does anyone have an idea on how much it would cost me to build up a used hardtail bike with LX drivetrain. I don't really know what else I would want on it but something that would stop when I braked and not fall apart when I went over a rock. I was thinking of just buying used parts and scrapping something together. What do you guys think?

I think you're going to be better off buying a used bike complete. Without looking, I'm guessing you will be looking at around another $600 to $800 for an LX level complete build including wheels and a fork if you bought everything new.

You should be able to pick up a solid complete hardtail in your budget (used).

[ECOdork]

I might be able to do that for you with your budget.

XT rear/LX front or Deore rear/alivio front
Kona steelframe hardtail
LX brake levers/XT rim brakes
Marzocchi EXR pro 100 mm fork

PM me if you want to know more or want me to post pics. No obligations.

Originally Posted by Atrex

Does anyone have an idea on how much it would cost me to build up a used hardtail bike with LX drivetrain. I don't really know what else I would want on it but something that would stop when I braked and not fall apart when I went over a rock. I was thinking of just buying used parts and scrapping something together. What do you guys think?