Originally Posted by
NewCyclist1
I’m located in North East Illinois right on the Wisconsin/Illinois border. I typically use the Kenosha, WI craigslist. I’m 6’1 195lbs. I do a lot of riding on hard packed gravel and sidewalks.
You don't have a big selection in the Kenosha craigslist. Here is the best one I found
Diamond Back - Topanga - $50
- It needs a cleaning, new hybrid tires and the saddle adjusted. I don't know how the brakes and gears are. It is a 22-23" frame (not 32"). The 3rd photo is a different bike.
If you are willing to drive a bit:
Trek 7.5FX - $125
- By far the best deal I saw if you can get past it being a women's bike. However, I don't think it is a 22.5in frame as the seller claims, looks like a 17". You need at least a 19" and probably best on a 20"+ frame.
Specialized Hard Rock - $59
Diamond Back Outlook - $20
Bianchi Osprey - $90
Gary Fisher Wahoo - $100
All the above rigid mountain bikes should have hybrid style tires for what you describe, some have them already. Of each I listed, they are all around the same component level. I'd choose based on distance, condition, and price.
These are the better ones
1991 Trek 930 = $220
1986-87 Stumpjumper = $200
Personally I'd negotiate and go with the Trek 930 (if not too far) as it has been modernized and looks ready to go, but the color is not for everyone. You may also want to add more road oriented tires. The most important thing is that the bike fits you. A 21" frame is in the ballpark for someone 6'1".
I stayed under $220 for my suggestions.