theclarybros
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I need a bike that can be used for conditioning and training but won’t break the bank. Getting in shape at 45. What’s best?
Here's one that sold on this forum recently for not alot of wonga https://www.cyclechat.net/threads/giant-defy-3-5-sold.276329/A Giant Defy from 2008 or 2009 is a great budget starter bike, light and durable - you should be able to pick one up for £300 and they some in Small, Medium, ML, Large and XL. Plenty to choose from on ebay.
What country are you in? And how broke is broke?I need a bike that can be used for conditioning and training but won’t break the bank. Getting in shape at 45. What’s best?
If you will not be going up or down any serious hills then build a singlespeed bike. Choose the optimum gear for riding at your favoured speed and spin a bit when going faster than that. I found 52/19 great for 24-32 kph (15-20 mph).I need a bike that can be used for conditioning and training but won’t break the bank. Getting in shape at 45. What’s best?
I need a bike that can be used for conditioning and training but won’t break the bank. Getting in shape at 45. What’s best?