bike for my son

[sparty69]

Hi, this is my first post on here. I've only been riding a short time but am loving it. At 41yrs old, it's been a while since I rode, but I'm slowly building up my fitness and the distance I'm riding. My 10 year old son has recently expressed an interest in riding and having had a quick look round at what's available, I'm astounded by how much I'd have to spend to get him a road bike!. It's the age old problem of wanting to encourage him, but at the same time edging my bets in case he decides 12 months down the line that something more interesting has come along. Firstly, does anyone have a secondhand bike for sale that would suit, if not, secondly, any suggestions as to the best route to take and any bike reccommendations would be welcome. Thanks.

 

[crumpetman]

www.islabikes.co.uk not cheap but you will still be able to sell it at a decent price should you choose to.

 

[sparty69]

www.islabikes.co.uk not cheap but you will still be able to sell it at a decent price should you choose to.

Thanks crumpetman. I had looked at them and they do look like really nice bikes, but as you say, not cheap!. Might be worth looking at though if you reckon they hold their value well.

 

[ChrisKH]

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I can vouch for the fact that they hold their value, having sold a couple on.
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+1.

 

[sparty69]

Mmm, seems I've missed a few sales!!, don't suppose there's anybody wanting to get rid of one now is there??

 

[Jaguar]

For a child, I'd always go 2nd hand (have you looked on eBay for instance?). They grow so quick and, as you say, may not like it after all.

 

[jayonabike]

I bought this for my sons 10th birthday http://www.tredz.co.uk/.Dawes-Espoir-3000-26w-2010-Road-Bike_29839.htm and he absolutely loves it. Within weeks he was up to cycling 20 miles no problem. I posted a thread about it.... https://www.cyclechat.net/

jay

 

[jay clock]

We have two Islabikes, and about to sell the 20" wheel one, pass down the 24" one and buy a 26". They are simply the best for quality.

 

[lukesdad]

We have two Islabikes, and about to sell the 20" wheel one, pass down the 24" one and buy a 26". They are simply the best for quality.

Is that the Benin your selling jc Im looking for one for my 6 year old.

 

[sparty69]

I bought this for my sons 10th birthday http://www.tredz.co....-Bike_29839.htm and he absolutely loves it. Within weeks he was up to cycling 20 miles no problem. I posted a thread about it.... http://www.cyclechat..._1#entry1350545

jay

I'd also seen the Dawes and thought it looked as though it would be suitable. Also, a little bit cheaper than the islabikes. I managed to find one at £289.99, which seems to be the cheapest on the internet. Thanks for all your replies. I'll keep looking on ebay between now and christmas, hopefully I'll be able to pick something up.

 

[Mark Grant]

One here http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=200526380165&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT

Nothing to do with me.

Mark.

 

[Jaguar]

I managed to find one at £289.99

Wow. I was thinking more along the £50 bracket ...

 

[Mark Grant]

And another http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/boys-triax-racing-bike-/120629270584?pt=UK_Bikes_GL&hash=item1c16109838

This ones just down the road from me.

Mark

 

[jay clock]

Is that the Benin your selling jc Im looking for one for my 6 year old.

Yes, will be, but prob waiting to the Spring. Will advertise it on here when I do