Just got a MTN Bike... Recommendations?
08-04-15, 11:44 PM
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Just got a MTN Bike... Recommendations?
So I just invested in an entry level mountain bike, the Gravity FSX 1.0. I bought the bike brand new from someone on craigslist.
So far I like the bike, but the rear wheel is already quite strongly untrue. I am 6'1" and weigh 240lb.
What do you guys recommend wheel wise? I obviously need some stronger wheels, but I am also on a budget, so they can't be too expensive.
I have 26" wheels and an 8-speed. Let me know what you guys think, thanks!
So far I like the bike, but the rear wheel is already quite strongly untrue. I am 6'1" and weigh 240lb.
What do you guys recommend wheel wise? I obviously need some stronger wheels, but I am also on a budget, so they can't be too expensive.
I have 26" wheels and an 8-speed. Let me know what you guys think, thanks!
08-05-15, 05:46 AM
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Wheels should be plenty strong. They don't likely try to engineer in any weight savings.
Just take to a shop and get them trued.
It's probably fine. It probably either wasn't true from the factory, or had loose spokes, and went untrue very fast because wasn't setup correctly.
Those bikesdirect bikes don't have the tightest manufacturing.
Maybe have them do a minor tuneup and safety review, the bike might even be assembled in an unsafe manner.
Just take to a shop and get them trued.
It's probably fine. It probably either wasn't true from the factory, or had loose spokes, and went untrue very fast because wasn't setup correctly.
Those bikesdirect bikes don't have the tightest manufacturing.
Maybe have them do a minor tuneup and safety review, the bike might even be assembled in an unsafe manner.
08-05-15, 09:09 AM
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Wheels should be plenty strong. They don't likely try to engineer in any weight savings.
Just take to a shop and get them trued.
It's probably fine. It probably either wasn't true from the factory, or had loose spokes, and went untrue very fast because wasn't setup correctly.
Those bikesdirect bikes don't have the tightest manufacturing.
Maybe have them do a minor tuneup and safety review, the bike might even be assembled in an unsafe manner.
Just take to a shop and get them trued.
It's probably fine. It probably either wasn't true from the factory, or had loose spokes, and went untrue very fast because wasn't setup correctly.
Those bikesdirect bikes don't have the tightest manufacturing.
Maybe have them do a minor tuneup and safety review, the bike might even be assembled in an unsafe manner.
I'll take it to a LBS today.. Thanks for the help!
And recommendations on some new pedals though?
08-05-15, 10:02 AM
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I personally can't imagine riding without locking into clipless. Shimano SPD platform is reliable and secure, M520. I recommend to most people going that way. Requires buying shoes, and practice.
But there are plenty of other great options out there. I just can't speak for any, I went Shimano years ago, and never have had a reason to branch away.
08-05-15, 05:24 PM
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My pedals are perfect,, for me that Is. 
After a year on an old hand me down set of Shimano SPD's I went to a good set of platform pedals so I could learn to properly, 'Bunny Hop'
and all that. I got tired of the blood, just too many holes in my chins and calve's.
I did learn to bunny hop but I'm still glad to be clipped in again 
My best advice,
Ride what you got into the ground, Take care of it but ride it like you stole it...
Learn to ride light,,, google that,
Fill your skills bag so that when you get your second bike you will be worthy
In this you will find the flow ~
After a year on an old hand me down set of Shimano SPD's I went to a good set of platform pedals so I could learn to properly, 'Bunny Hop'
and all that. I got tired of the blood, just too many holes in my chins and calve's.
My best advice,
Ride what you got into the ground, Take care of it but ride it like you stole it...
Learn to ride light,,, google that,
Fill your skills bag so that when you get your second bike you will be worthy
In this you will find the flow ~
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09-28-15, 04:29 PM
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I ride flats, don't like the idea of being clipped in during a crash. Also you can lift your foot off the pedal during cornering with flats. Five Ten Contact.
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