Africa to SoCal...just arrived

Hey all Just wanted to get started right as i havent done any serious trail riding or biking since I lived over seas. I did a small amount of riding when i lived in hawaii but not enough. more like getting to work and campus. I would like to start riding again but am having some trouble picking out a bike. I have been scanning craigslist hourly for a decent used bike but havent come across anything promising.

I am currently out in the desert (palm springs area) and would like to start riding before it gets to hot. lol. i mean before my tires melt to the trail...

I havent had to buy a bike in about 8 years and the lingo is leaving me a little dazed and confused:-k. I am pretty sure that Ill eventually find a decent bike but any help in the mean time would greatly be appreciated.

I look forward to hitting the trails with you:bang:.

thanks all.:drunk:

 

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What kind of riding do you like? Mostly climbing? Downhill? Jumping?

What's your budget?

 

What Fred said, and how tall are you?

 

Tani *might* have a couple of bikes for you to try lying around You should come over to OC and ride with us.

 

i like it all as long as i dont kill myself in the process. im rusty and outa shape so the more i can avoid up hill the better haha. not to into jumping but if its on the trail i wouldnt mind giving it a shot:bang:.

im looking for something sheap that i can beat up and build on so a decent frame would be ideal. maybe $300-$500 to get me started. upgrade next spring. but if the right bike comes along im not gonna say no.

im 6 foot 2 or 3 inches havent checked in a while. lol.

 

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Welcome!...Hey check out that Blue Santa Cruz Superlight that is listed on here. A little more then your looking to spend, though good price. But if you can get the cash together, that bike will serve you well for many years/rides.

 

Hmmmm....Not sure, though you might be on the cut off on the Large size, I think 6'1" or maybe 6'2".

 

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Thanks For The Welcome Everyone

thats a little more bike than im looking for. also i think a hardtail would be better for me that way i can get better components and still stay in my price range. also i have never owner a full suspension bike. thanks for looking tho.

 

also maybe someone can tell me a few makes that i absolutely cannot go wrong with.

 

:wave: when you come to la, hit me up! but not if you want to climb.

 

:welcome: from idyllwild. I have a Cannondale Chase Hardtail on another thread- Here´s the link:
http://www.socaltrailriders.org/forum/workshop/31172-new-project-questions.html
I think it is the 4th post.
Let me know if you are interested. It is a tough bike that can really take a beating.
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:welcome: from Mission Viejo. I'm in Palm Desert right now visiting the grandparents

 

:welcome: From Temecula

 

welcome aboard. one the heat hits out there (may) come over to the coast to beat the heat and check out some new trails. and if you're into hiking, i'm planning on going up the skyline trail (palm springs to san jacinto peak) in may.

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:welcome: from Orange

 

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