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Mountain Bikes!!
#16895067 - 09/22/12 11:40 PM (12 years, 3 months ago) |
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I love riding so much. Dumped some money into my Shwinn High Timber, so its comfortable as hell. Post your bicycle pics guys. It's a great way to go mushroom hunting as well. :-)
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Re: Mountain Bikes!! [Re: Cutty]
#16895086 - 09/22/12 11:46 PM (12 years, 3 months ago) |
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Dude wtf. Why can I upload pics to my profile, but not attach them in a post. Keeps telling me I cannot upload the file type, yet the fourms support every file type. Shit like this really pisses me off. Its something thats so simple and should always work.
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Re: Mountain Bikes!! [Re: Cutty]
#16895101 - 09/22/12 11:50 PM (12 years, 3 months ago) |
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this is my bike(not a mountain bike) minus the motor....I just got my restricted driving permit today in the mail.....Havn't drove in almost 6yrs and that bike as many many miles on it....
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Re: Mountain Bikes!! [Re: jboredone]
#16895189 - 09/23/12 12:25 AM (12 years, 3 months ago) |
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Dude thats a seriously nice bike. Yeah I have a ticket I cannot pay so I lost my liscence as well. But even if I had a car I would certainly still be riding the trails for fun. If you go to my gallery(in the folder called "my pics") you can see my Shwinn. I like that style bike alot. Great ride even without rear suspension. The bike is trail tuned with a wide body frame. Rear suspension would be too heavy and bully for the type of bike it is. Alot of people think that reflects the quality of the bike.
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Re: Mountain Bikes!! [Re: Cutty]
#16899594 - 09/23/12 09:42 PM (12 years, 3 months ago) |
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I have a 2009 Giant Yukon. I got a steal on it for $220 earlier this year. I love it. Unfortunately, both tires are slightly misaligned so it's a bit noisy but other than that, it's in perfect condition.
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Oh kick ass I think ive heard of those bikes. Got a pic?
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Re: Mountain Bikes!! [Re: Cutty]
#16900175 - 09/23/12 11:25 PM (12 years, 3 months ago) |
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No but I'll take one for you. Give me a few to up it.
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Oh the saddle is kind of bent to the right... I forgot about that. On the bike skills course, my bike went straight vertical and sometime around the time I got launched, it got bent. I'm gonna score a new one when I get some clams.
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Bumb for bikes! 
I put about 2500 miles a year on my bikes.
most of those miles are at night around town or in the mountains. 
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Re: Mountain Bikes!! [Re: iSpore]
#16900283 - 09/23/12 11:49 PM (12 years, 3 months ago) |
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What is the point of that sideways suspension? I always thought that was a sign of a cheapo bike. And why do you have street riding handlebars on that silver bike but mtb wheels and shocks? That's a crazy ass ride yo.
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LoL well there are some pretty cheap bikes there
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Re: Mountain Bikes!! [Re: iSpore]
#16901015 - 09/24/12 07:07 AM (12 years, 3 months ago) |
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OP where is your bike pic? I wanna see -
I was speaking of my bikes as being cheap, just to be clear on that.

Now that is a Kick ass bike!
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All We Perceive said: What is the point of that sideways suspension? I always thought that was a sign of a cheapo bike. And why do you have street riding handlebars on that silver bike but mtb wheels and shocks? That's a crazy ass ride yo.
Im not sure what you meant on Side Suspension
But the Side Bars are an awesome add on to most any bike! Love mine!
I would find it hard to use a MT-Bike with-out them now days. Love the extra grip room and mount room. 
I attach 2000 lumen flash lights and 1,000,000 Watt Stun Baton and a GoPro on my handle bar setup
Also can't live with out a Left hand side Mirror.
I have replaced everything on this bike at least once Minus the Frame
I have put around 5K mils on this bike ride 300+ nights a year in rain wind Snow exc..
Cops like to stop and harass me from time to time and it really pisses me off.. 
Its a cheap Mongoose. 

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Re: Mountain Bikes!! [Re: iSpore]
#16904382 - 09/24/12 07:08 PM (12 years, 3 months ago) |
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On the red one. The suspension is horizontal in the middle of the frame.
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Oh yeah I see what you are saying.. well actually that design is supposed to be really good. It preforms nicely on that red Giant.
Now the Mongoose Rear shock is pure shit.. lol
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Re: Mountain Bikes!! [Re: iSpore]
#16904407 - 09/24/12 07:13 PM (12 years, 3 months ago) |
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I just don't get the point of it... Why wouldn't you want your rear suspension to be vertical?
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No doubt I see what you are saying, just kinda makes sense..
The wheel goes up and down so should the shock right?
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Re: Mountain Bikes!! [Re: iSpore]
#16906754 - 09/25/12 06:23 AM (12 years, 3 months ago) |
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iSpore said: OP where is your bike pic? I wanna see -
I was speaking of my bikes as being cheap, just to be clear on that.

Now that is a Kick ass bike!
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All We Perceive said: What is the point of that sideways suspension? I always thought that was a sign of a cheapo bike. And why do you have street riding handlebars on that silver bike but mtb wheels and shocks? That's a crazy ass ride yo.
Im not sure what you meant on Side Suspension
But the Side Bars are an awesome add on to most any bike! Love mine!
I would find it hard to use a MT-Bike with-out them now days. Love the extra grip room and mount room. 
I attach 2000 lumen flash lights and 1,000,000 Watt Stun Baton and a GoPro on my handle bar setup
Also can't live with out a Left hand side Mirror.
I have replaced everything on this bike at least once Minus the Frame
I have put around 5K mils on this bike ride 300+ nights a year in rain wind Snow exc..
Cops like to stop and harass me from time to time and it really pisses me off.. 
Its a cheap Mongoose. 


Whats up with the tazer.....that I have never seen on a bike.....If it was bigger you could go jousting with you buddies.....
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Re: Mountain Bikes!! [Re: jboredone]
#16909257 - 09/25/12 03:16 PM (12 years, 3 months ago) |
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Whats up with the tazer.....that I have never seen on a bike.....If it was bigger you could go jousting with you buddies.....
I don't ride with the Stun baton every night, but I probably should.
It's main use is a dog deterrent. It is very loud and gets them running back home!
It also doubles as a light and a Stick
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Re: Mountain Bikes!! [Re: iSpore]
#16909320 - 09/25/12 03:26 PM (12 years, 3 months ago) |
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That's pretty legit. Where did you get the attachment for it?
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Re: Mountain Bikes!! [Re: iSpore]
#16910799 - 09/25/12 07:42 PM (12 years, 3 months ago) |
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Will you guys look at this ad and tell me if it could be a good bike with a couple upgrades. Im looking to spend as little money as I can for something that works.
http://albuquerque.craigslist.org/bik/3295480216.html
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Re: Mountain Bikes!! [Re: Cutty]
#16912185 - 09/25/12 11:06 PM (12 years, 3 months ago) |
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Dude ispore that frame on that bike is sick dude. I love that style. Does that rear suspension make it heavy? God damn I wish I could post a pic with my message. It tells me I cannot upload the filetype that my pics are, yet I can upload them into my album on here. You guys should go check out the pocs of my bike in my gallery. Ill post the link at least.
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Re: Mountain Bikes!! [Re: Cutty]
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Re: Mountain Bikes!! [Re: Cutty]
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Re: Mountain Bikes!! [Re: brokentv]
#16912264 - 09/25/12 11:23 PM (12 years, 3 months ago) |
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Yeah dude for $40 that looks like a solid bike. Just go grab a more comfortable seat I suggest. No suspension on that bike is the only flaw I can see. Has quick releases, bottle holder, and looks to be in descent condition. I would go for it if I were you, and depending on where and why your riding, you can upgrape accordingly. Happy riding!
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Re: Mountain Bikes!! [Re: iSpore]
#16912421 - 09/26/12 12:08 AM (12 years, 3 months ago) |
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iSpore said: OP where is your bike pic? I wanna see -
I was speaking of my bikes as being cheap, just to be clear on that.

Now that is a Kick ass bike!
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All We Perceive said: What is the point of that sideways suspension? I always thought that was a sign of a cheapo bike. And why do you have street riding handlebars on that silver bike but mtb wheels and shocks? That's a crazy ass ride yo.
Im not sure what you meant on Side Suspension
But the Side Bars are an awesome add on to most any bike! Love mine!
I would find it hard to use a MT-Bike with-out them now days. Love the extra grip room and mount room. 
I attach 2000 lumen flash lights and 1,000,000 Watt Stun Baton and a GoPro on my handle bar setup
Also can't live with out a Left hand side Mirror.
I have replaced everything on this bike at least once Minus the Frame
I have put around 5K mils on this bike ride 300+ nights a year in rain wind Snow exc..
Cops like to stop and harass me from time to time and it really pisses me off.. 
Its a cheap Mongoose. 


That bike is amazing, I think there is a cheap mongoose for sale in my area maybe I should go for it
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Re: Mountain Bikes!! [Re: brokentv]
#16912429 - 09/26/12 12:11 AM (12 years, 3 months ago) |
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Shift through all of the gears and make sure it shifts relatively smoothly. Check for rust!!!!!! This is a huge one with old beater bikes like that. Make sure both brakes work separately. Make sure the chain doesn't slip between gears or in the rear gear system when you're pedaling. If those check out, I would buy it. I personally feel that quick release is the wrong choice for city/commuter travel as someone can jack your wheel in .05 seconds. Even the back one too. Make sure you have a lock with a separate chain thingy that goes through your wheels if you decide to keep the quick release. Also, you can use a bike chain through the seat rails if that is a quick release too so it doesn't get jacked. Dunno where you live, but bike theft is HUGE in Denver so I always gotta be watching for that shit.
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Re: Mountain Bikes!! [Re: Cutty]
#16912817 - 09/26/12 02:58 AM (12 years, 3 months ago) |
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brokentv said: Will you guys look at this ad and tell me if it could be a good bike with a couple upgrades. Im looking to spend as little money as I can for something that works.
http://albuquerque.craigslist.org/bik/3295480216.html
I'd listen to [All We Perceive] on that one.. the bike is a little beat, but that doesn't mean you cannot get many good miles out of it
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Cutty said: Dude ispore that frame on that bike is sick dude. I love that style. Does that rear suspension make it heavy? God damn I wish I could post a pic with my message. It tells me I cannot upload the filetype that my pics are, yet I can upload them into my album on here. You guys should go check out the pocs of my bike in my gallery. Ill post the link at least.
Thanks! I checked out some of the links! lookin pretty nice!! 
Actually the frame is petty heavy all on it's own and its add a bit of peddle bod, but ya know what it makes it a little harder to use but that make me just that bit more bad ass 
Seriously I have huge caff muscles

P.S I drank a 12pack of Key's and am a little F_cked up
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Re: Mountain Bikes!! [Re: iSpore]
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Re: Mountain Bikes!! [Re: HuHEN]
#16916214 - 09/26/12 06:17 PM (12 years, 3 months ago) |
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Damn dude! Now that's a serious biker! 
Hella nice bikes ya got there
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Re: Mountain Bikes!! [Re: iSpore]
#16918205 - 09/27/12 12:13 AM (12 years, 3 months ago) |
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At least the first one looks like a piece of shit. Uh, ? Elaborate?
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The first bike may look "Plain" but it's composed of some nice parts.
Its a purpose built simplistic bike, Light weight and tough as nails
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Re: Mountain Bikes!! [Re: iSpore]
#16921573 - 09/27/12 04:09 PM (12 years, 3 months ago) |
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How can you tell?
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Kona is well known in the world of bikes, In fact they have some of the best rear suspensions out there
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Re: Mountain Bikes!! [Re: iSpore]
#16922346 - 09/27/12 05:54 PM (12 years, 3 months ago) |
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How do you like having a single speed? There is a bike for sale for cheap and I was just thinking about the idea of having a single speed mountain bike. It seems like less of a hassle as far as maintenance.
http://albuquerque.craigslist.org/bik/3246433555.html
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Re: Mountain Bikes!! [Re: iSpore]
#16922366 - 09/27/12 05:57 PM (12 years, 3 months ago) |
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Wow you must be in great shape!
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Quote:
brokentv said: How do you like having a single speed? There is a bike for sale for cheap and I was just thinking about the idea of having a single speed mountain bike. It seems like less of a hassle as far as maintenance.
http://albuquerque.craigslist.org/bik/3246433555.html
Well I have not had a single speed for some time now, Its nice for the Simplicity but sucks cause it limits your ability to fine tune the gears to the changing terrain/environments that you may encounter.
I like having at least 6 speeds.
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ChemicalBond said: Wow you must be in great shape!
By definition yes, But I am weak and have some bad habits
Thanks for the compliment Btw
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Re: Mountain Bikes!! [Re: iSpore]
#16926592 - 09/28/12 12:23 PM (12 years, 3 months ago) |
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I'm going bike shopping today. Car is kaput and I need something to get around. I was thinking mountain bike because I've always wanted to do some trail riding but honestly, I'll take whatever I can afford that looks quality.
I've also heard that MTN bikes require a bit more effort on the pedal because of the heavier weight? I have questionable knees from too many years of cross-country. Would a MTN bike be a bad choice for getting around town?
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A mountain Bike would be fine for around town. They make really light MB now days but the the less they weigh the more you spend.
You could get a MB with a hard tail and all terrine tires.
Buy a bike like you would a car. Take your time and give them a test ride.
But what ever you decide I'm sure you will enjoy.
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Re: Mountain Bikes!! [Re: iSpore]
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The single speed is great fun and that shit never breaks. Plus it makes you strong as fuck(especially if you live in jah mountains) It was the first mountain bike I owned and I love it
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Re: Mountain Bikes!! [Re: HuHEN]
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This is my Trek Bruiser! It is great on downhills and through rocky trails!

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Re: Mountain Bikes!! [Re: encryptor]
#17009604 - 10/11/12 01:49 AM (12 years, 3 months ago) |
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Wow guys. Some great bikes, honestly. Im glad this thread got so much attention. Happy trails :-)
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Re: Mountain Bikes!! [Re: Cutty]
#17069466 - 10/20/12 08:08 PM (12 years, 2 months ago) |
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Just picked up a bike, real happy, got a used solid frame one. Ill post a pic soon.
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Re: Mountain Bikes!! [Re: brokentv]
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After a few recent Fall rides thru the woods I realize the new petals I bought don't provide much traction. They aren't ideal for the woods. I need added grip on some nubby metal petals. Mine is the grey Trek Bruiser.
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Re: Mountain Bikes!! [Re: encryptor]
#17089144 - 10/23/12 09:58 PM (12 years, 2 months ago) |
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I have a Cannondale Lefty. Love it bent the front sprocket though on a face plant and gotta send it to the shop
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Re: Mountain Bikes!! [Re: elax420]
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