I want to buy an in expensive mountain bike. Any ideas for make and model?

January 22nd, 2008 Posted in Other - Outdoor Recreation 7 Comments »

brock_miera asked:


under $200, used is ok, good base bike is fine as long as its easy to upgrade. I dont know much about mountain bikes so any info is good info.
under $200, used is ok, good base bike is fine as long as its easy to upgrade. I dont know much about mountain bikes so any info is good info. Not really planning on mountain riding but around town and maybe some beginner trails.


How do you clean a rusted rear derailler on a mountain bike?

August 31st, 2007 Posted in Other - Outdoor Recreation 1 Comment »

DavisMaximus asked:


I have a 5 year old Bianchi "Ocelot" mountain bike, that has rust on the rear derailleur / "gear hub". How can i effectively remove and clean it so that it looks new and won't interfere with the performance?


What type of mountain bike should i buy?

June 23rd, 2006 Posted in Other - Outdoor Recreation 3 Comments »

hyperfire asked:


Im looking at buying a mountain bike to just ride around town and occasionally maybe go trailing with it. I dont want to spend more than like $400 b/c it will be rode in town more than on trails. Any suggestions of makes that i should buy or specific feature to keep in mind when buying a bike b/c i dont know much about what to look for in a bike and need help in that area.

Thanks