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Craig
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what are some good road bikes to buy for around $1000, i want to get one but i dont know too much about bike, so if anyone can help me please
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bob a
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The most important thing on a road bike is fit. The bike shop will take some measurements and select the correct bike for you. There are other small things that can be changed if needed like the handlebar stem. Google the local bike shops in you area and visit them all. Try to go during a week day when they wont be very busy and will have more time to answer your questions. Test ride the ones you like, the size will vary a little from one make to another.
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bob a
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The most important thing on a road bike is fit. The bike shop will take some measurements and select the correct bike for you. There are other small things that can be changed if needed like the handlebar stem. Google the local bike shops in you area and visit them all. Try to go during a week day when they wont be very busy and will have more time to answer your questions. Test ride the ones you like, the size will vary a little from one make to another.
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El Guapo
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Go to a shop and see what they have, don't buy anything yet.
Ask them about sizing, that's the most important thing. It's not a good idea to buy a bike without riding it first. Once you get out on the road and ride for a while, you'll begin to notice discomforts that weren't obvious at the store. So getting a bike properly fitted for you is a must...go to a good shop that specifies in road bikes. If you want to get specific, ask them about the difference in frame geometry among bikes.
In road bikes, small changes can make a big difference. For example...a 56cm frame is going to feel much different than a 54cm frame. So be careful and pay attention to everything on the bike.
Don't focus so much on brands; look at reviews. Go to roadbikereview.com and they'll probably have reviews for bikes you saw at the store.
Ask them about sizing, that's the most important thing. It's not a good idea to buy a bike without riding it first. Once you get out on the road and ride for a while, you'll begin to notice discomforts that weren't obvious at the store. So getting a bike properly fitted for you is a must...go to a good shop that specifies in road bikes. If you want to get specific, ask them about the difference in frame geometry among bikes.
In road bikes, small changes can make a big difference. For example...a 56cm frame is going to feel much different than a 54cm frame. So be careful and pay attention to everything on the bike.
Don't focus so much on brands; look at reviews. Go to roadbikereview.com and they'll probably have reviews for bikes you saw at the store.