Originally Posted by
wdk535
Going to upgrade from beach cruiser. What are the best brands of 7-speed bikes, as far as reliability and durability? Don't want something that's going to give me a lot of trouble.
If your area has a good local bike shop, just visit them ---- 7 speed has largely gone away and the most basic of entry level bikes now are usually 8 or 9 speed. (with 2 or 3 chainwheels up front)
But any of the big brands (Specialized, Trek, Giant, Cannondale) make great bicycles at all price points , but you don't have to limit yourself to those as others like Jamis, Fuji, MArin, Bianchi, Focus, Norco, Rocky Mountain - all have great bikes available for most uses
The component choices are predictable and within certain price points, will likely be pretty similar, so it becomes more about finding the frame that fits you from the shop that will reliably help you out after the sale if you have issues down the road