Is this bike worth $100?
08-30-20, 07:17 PM
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Is this bike worth $100?
Ive been looking for a new bike and i found one it's a used Magna glacier point in like new conditon and all i need to know is it worth it
08-30-20, 07:41 PM
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08-30-20, 07:45 PM
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No and you wouldn't be happy with it even if it was free.
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08-30-20, 08:08 PM
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If you want something "good" and under $100, you'd better start watching Craigslist, fb marketplace, and the like; there might be a bargain out there. But if you spend under $100 on a new bike, you'll get something that is the opposite of "good."
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08-30-20, 08:47 PM
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Maybe brand new , used offer $20... they're made to be as cheap as possible ... in the trade it's a BSO .. bicycle shaped object..
Good, No s used bike from 30 years ago might be better.. steer clear of cheap, old, suspension forks..
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Good, No s used bike from 30 years ago might be better.. steer clear of cheap, old, suspension forks..
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08-31-20, 06:43 AM
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With the covid premium you'll be lucky to find anything functional at that price. That's used on CL or whatever. If you have a co-op they may be able to help you get something cobbled together.
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08-31-20, 06:59 AM
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Well heck, that's some pretty nice looking stuff in Milwaukee
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I looked up the Magna Glacier. Ugh. Not a good bike. It would have been significantly under $100 when new. Maybe the seller misremembers paying over $100 for it because they bought a coffee maker and new car tires on the same purchase.
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08-31-20, 08:19 AM
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This points out how much of a minefield buying a used bike is during the days of a pandemic. Selling a 12 year old POS bike for nearly twice the original cost?
You ought to take some time to learn what differentiates a decent used bike from coprolite. There are some dead giveaways. Weight. Light bikes are usually more expensive and have better components than the ones better suited for recycling into barbells. Learn which components are cheap versus mid-level or higher. Is the bike one-size-fits all? You need one that fits for a comfortable ride so pay attention to fit.
Here's an example of a $20 (plus tax) cleaned up used bike that showed up in a second hand store well before the pandemic. The person who priced it didn't have a clue and didn't bother to find out what it cost new. It was dirty and the tires were flat but when I picked up the bike and realized it was really light I knew it was a steal.
You ought to take some time to learn what differentiates a decent used bike from coprolite. There are some dead giveaways. Weight. Light bikes are usually more expensive and have better components than the ones better suited for recycling into barbells. Learn which components are cheap versus mid-level or higher. Is the bike one-size-fits all? You need one that fits for a comfortable ride so pay attention to fit.
Here's an example of a $20 (plus tax) cleaned up used bike that showed up in a second hand store well before the pandemic. The person who priced it didn't have a clue and didn't bother to find out what it cost new. It was dirty and the tires were flat but when I picked up the bike and realized it was really light I knew it was a steal.
08-31-20, 10:29 AM
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I don't know where you are, but if there is a bike co-op near you, or a bike store that sells reconditioned bikes, those worlds be good places to look.
08-31-20, 11:33 AM
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In socal individuals are listing new "wally-bikes" for significantly more than their cost. Buyer beware, but there are plenty who are new and don't recognize a BSO.
09-01-20, 12:14 PM
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Other people have made some good suggestions.
I have three great bikes and I paid $12, $50 and $75 for them.
All of them are vintage bikes from the 80s (Stumpjumper) and 90s (Trek 750 & 820).
My suggestion is to look for a bike from the 90s that was well-made. Make sure the wheels are straight, the gears shift smoothly and the brakes work. Stay away from a bike that has been kept outside, abused or very heavily used. Stick with names like Cannondale, Giant, Specialized and Trek.
Don't even look at anything that was sold out of places like Walmart or Target. Buy only bikes that were originally sold out of a bike shop.
Old vintage mountain bikes are tough as nails and many of them were never really used that much.
I have three great bikes and I paid $12, $50 and $75 for them.
All of them are vintage bikes from the 80s (Stumpjumper) and 90s (Trek 750 & 820).
My suggestion is to look for a bike from the 90s that was well-made. Make sure the wheels are straight, the gears shift smoothly and the brakes work. Stay away from a bike that has been kept outside, abused or very heavily used. Stick with names like Cannondale, Giant, Specialized and Trek.
Don't even look at anything that was sold out of places like Walmart or Target. Buy only bikes that were originally sold out of a bike shop.
Old vintage mountain bikes are tough as nails and many of them were never really used that much.
09-02-20, 07:40 AM
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I have worked on a lot of those Walmart bikes and they are awful. Super heavy, parts are poorly machined and don't fit well. Wheels always run rough. Brakes hardly work.
But I have also worked on some very old, but well made bikes and they are a joy. Not modern, but stuff fits and stuff works.
In your price range, you can get a nice used bike. As someone else suggested, a Co-op would be a great place to start. And, they are already fixed up and with good tires. Usually.
But I have also worked on some very old, but well made bikes and they are a joy. Not modern, but stuff fits and stuff works.
In your price range, you can get a nice used bike. As someone else suggested, a Co-op would be a great place to start. And, they are already fixed up and with good tires. Usually.
09-04-20, 05:32 PM
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You need to look at Craigslist and the other places mentioned 2-10 times a day and jump on something you want.
I bought this Huffy Cranbrook from Wally World last week for $93.50 out the door and sold it for $135 two days later. It was the last one they had. Every other one on CL was asking $175 to $200+.
I bought this Huffy Cranbrook from Wally World last week for $93.50 out the door and sold it for $135 two days later. It was the last one they had. Every other one on CL was asking $175 to $200+.
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Also, check out KevCentral on Youtube for good reviews on affordable big box bikes.
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09-04-20, 10:42 PM
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Since most decent road bikes are over $1000, I would think that any bike less than $100 would be an okay deal so long as it ridable. It really depends on what you out of a bike. Do you want to ride with groups that go about 20+ mph? Then the answer is no, you need a way better bike. But if you're only looking to do some leisure riding with no hills, then that's a probably an okay bike.
09-05-20, 06:32 AM
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Have noticed more and more used bikes on CL with an asking higher than the new price. Some of it is undoubtedly covid premium, but think a good bit is just people not knowing what they have.
On the other hand I can't begin to count the number of items on ebay that are being sold for considerably more than the retail price. I think the sellers are just rolling the dice on uninformed buyers.
With all of that said buying a $100 used bike you need to pay close attention to little things. If the bike needs normal wear items like cables, tires, or chain/cassette the final cost can quickly double or triple. Especially if you take it to a bike shop.
Guys on here really dis the walmart bikes but sometimes I think they do it for the wrong reason. Not everybody rides 5000 miles a year. When you look at how it is going to be ridden I wouldn't hesitate to buy a kid a walmart bike.
On the other hand I can't begin to count the number of items on ebay that are being sold for considerably more than the retail price. I think the sellers are just rolling the dice on uninformed buyers.
With all of that said buying a $100 used bike you need to pay close attention to little things. If the bike needs normal wear items like cables, tires, or chain/cassette the final cost can quickly double or triple. Especially if you take it to a bike shop.
Guys on here really dis the walmart bikes but sometimes I think they do it for the wrong reason. Not everybody rides 5000 miles a year. When you look at how it is going to be ridden I wouldn't hesitate to buy a kid a walmart bike.
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You can use any bike to 'mountain climb'...but if it's of a 'budget' quality (very low end) and you are trying to push the limits 'off road', it might not make it to the top of that climb...and you may have to carry the bike back down again...in a box...
