12-16-2019, 04:40 PM
Hi all, new member here, directed from the WhichBike subReddit.
I haven't had a bike in a few years but really miss it. I live in Houston, so only moderately bike-friendly. I am 5'10" and have 32" inseam, and believe my frame should be 17" for commuter/mountain and 54-57 cm for a road bike. I would prefer a used touring or cyclocross bike of good quality, MSRP over $500, but used less than $200. I plan to use it for running short errands/trips (hopefully groceries in a trailer) and separately taking two kids to the park or library. (Aside: Can anybody recommend a good kid carrier that separately also haul groceries?)
I've been reading a few blogs and found the following makes/models as good. Do you agree? Trek 7.2 or 7.0 FX, GT Transeo, Cannondale Adventure, K2 Astral, Jamis Coda Sport, Giant Escape.
Here are a few listings in my area, any of these seem like a good deal?
+ Is this overpriced? - https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/701597987023668/
+ Is this a good brand? - https://houston.craigslist.org/bik/d/houston-fuji-touring-series-4-vintage/7007856143.html
Thanks so much!
I haven't had a bike in a few years but really miss it. I live in Houston, so only moderately bike-friendly. I am 5'10" and have 32" inseam, and believe my frame should be 17" for commuter/mountain and 54-57 cm for a road bike. I would prefer a used touring or cyclocross bike of good quality, MSRP over $500, but used less than $200. I plan to use it for running short errands/trips (hopefully groceries in a trailer) and separately taking two kids to the park or library. (Aside: Can anybody recommend a good kid carrier that separately also haul groceries?)
I've been reading a few blogs and found the following makes/models as good. Do you agree? Trek 7.2 or 7.0 FX, GT Transeo, Cannondale Adventure, K2 Astral, Jamis Coda Sport, Giant Escape.
Here are a few listings in my area, any of these seem like a good deal?
+ Is this overpriced? - https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/701597987023668/
+ Is this a good brand? - https://houston.craigslist.org/bik/d/houston-fuji-touring-series-4-vintage/7007856143.html
Thanks so much!