Craigslist or Marketplace. Get a 90s mountain bike in your size. Start riding. Join a cycling club/social group. People are always changing bikes, and would be happy to let an older one go for a decent price.
It CAN be an expensive hobby, but it doesn’t have to be. I’ve been riding my $200 Craigslist special for about 1200km this year and I haven’t spent a penny on it.
Seconding bike co-ops, especially for people who don’t know much or are intimidated by bike maintenance. The people who work at these places are always super eager to help you get on a good bicycle for cheap!
Used bikes on Craigslist, get a chromoly 3x7 from a reremovedble brand. They are super cheap, reliable, and versatile. My main commuter is just an old Trek 820 MTB with some minor upgrades I’ve made over the years.
I loved bicycling as a kid. I don’t think I can find an under 100 dollar bike these days though.
Craigslist or Marketplace. Get a 90s mountain bike in your size. Start riding. Join a cycling club/social group. People are always changing bikes, and would be happy to let an older one go for a decent price.
It CAN be an expensive hobby, but it doesn’t have to be. I’ve been riding my $200 Craigslist special for about 1200km this year and I haven’t spent a penny on it.
Bike co-ops exist too! Check your area
Seconding bike co-ops, especially for people who don’t know much or are intimidated by bike maintenance. The people who work at these places are always super eager to help you get on a good bicycle for cheap!
Find a used single speed, they need minimal maintenance and have fewer moving parts.
Used bikes on Craigslist, get a chromoly 3x7 from a reremovedble brand. They are super cheap, reliable, and versatile. My main commuter is just an old Trek 820 MTB with some minor upgrades I’ve made over the years.
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