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How do I bring an old bike up to speed?
I'm an adult that is new to biking due to a triple whammy of a childhood aversion to effort, my family moving to a town on the side of a mountain with steep roads, and my bike getting run over by a ...
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What are good bicycle review and comparison sites?
I'm thinking of buying a new road bike on the new year but I'm unsure which model to go for.
Are there any websites that maintain comparisons of currently available models?
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Upgrade my Globe Vienna for commuting and distance riding, or look for a new bike?
I've been cycling for about six months now, and am looking to get into some distance cycling and want to get my speed up on my commute.
I currently ride a Globe Vienna ...
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What type of bike has the most similar feel to a stationary bike?
At the moment I cycle half an hour every evening, on a crappy indoor stationary bike.
BUT I'm pretty good, get some good speeds and distances etc.
I want to start cycling outside again, I want a bike ...
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Diamondback Sorrento for first starter bike?
I'm looking to get my first bike since high school. I'm wanting to do paved roads but mostly light trails (no jumps, rocks etc., but want it to be sturdy if I go off-road). Since this is my first ...
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Considering a Trek FX 7.7 - What else should I look at that is similar
my Trek FX 7.5 was stolen a couple of days ago, and I'm looking to replace it with a 7.7.
I really liked the 7.5, so happy to stick with the brand and make, but thought I should consider other bikes ...
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Buying a bicycle [closed]
I'm looking for a bicycle to commute to work (<2 miles), do groceries (~2-3 miles), go to school (~8 miles). Would this be a good bike for that? (one of the cheapest bikes on bikesdirect.com)
