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11-10-09, 08:10 AM

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Originally Posted by j0m0

Hi, great forum here, thanks in advance for the answers.

I've been riding an exercise bike for a while and in the market to get a road bike to take on daily exercise rides. My lbs was high on the giant rapid 3 at 550, which is right around my budget. There are several other stores I plan to visit, but I was wondering if you guys had any recommendations for a road bike that will be used mainly for daily exercise? I'm about 5"10 205, and will spend up to $1000 (cheaper the better obv).

Also, what accessories are a must for a beginning cyclist? Will I be ok in sneakers/athletic shorts/tight tshirt, or do I absolutely need biking shorts, etc.? I have a trail right behind my house so I can depart/return to my back door.

If you have already visited the LBS, be sure to get yourself fitted properly. They should be able to help you with a bike that fits your budget.

As far as accessories go, all those will come in time, depending on how much mileage you are going to be putting in on the bike. The proper pair of shorts and shoes will help if you are planning on logging in a lot of miles.

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