jham2081
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I realize that this is a scuba board and not a bike board, but one of the reasons I am looking into buying a bike is to get in shape for scuba. Hopefully this is on topic enough. However, I honestly have not rode a bike in like 10-15 years, and I'm sure there has been a great deal of innovation in bikes. I don't have any idea what I should be looking for.
I am not planning any harsh off road terrain riding, so pavement, and trails (both paved and crushed gravel) will be the riding style. I am assuming there is something better (not as heavy, smoother tires) than a mountain bike that is not just a straight road bike (which i assume isn't great for crushed gravel).
I'm looking for either specific bikes that you have experience with or just companies reputed to have good reputations. I'm also open to what to NOT look for in a bike.
As far as price goes, I'm really looking for an entry level bike, one hopefully not over 200-300.
Thanks for all your help!
I am not planning any harsh off road terrain riding, so pavement, and trails (both paved and crushed gravel) will be the riding style. I am assuming there is something better (not as heavy, smoother tires) than a mountain bike that is not just a straight road bike (which i assume isn't great for crushed gravel).
I'm looking for either specific bikes that you have experience with or just companies reputed to have good reputations. I'm also open to what to NOT look for in a bike.
As far as price goes, I'm really looking for an entry level bike, one hopefully not over 200-300.
Thanks for all your help!