First - I know nothing about bikes, but would be capable of assembly/repairs etc.
I'm looking for a basic mountain bike for country gravel roads. I like the hybrids but like the tire size of the MTBs for the gravel application.
Looking on craigslist I can find for example a specialized hardrock sport (5 years old) for $200.
Or
I could just buy this for $400
http://www.bikesdirect.com/products/motobecane/5ht_new_xii.htm
A new hardrock has a MSRP of $420. Were the older ones superior in some way? If not $200 seem high so I lean toward just getting a new one.
I'm just looking for some basic advice and $400 would be my $ limit. I run for exercise the bike would be for leisure outings.
take care.
I'm looking for a basic mountain bike for country gravel roads. I like the hybrids but like the tire size of the MTBs for the gravel application.
Looking on craigslist I can find for example a specialized hardrock sport (5 years old) for $200.
Or
I could just buy this for $400
http://www.bikesdirect.com/products/motobecane/5ht_new_xii.htm
A new hardrock has a MSRP of $420. Were the older ones superior in some way? If not $200 seem high so I lean toward just getting a new one.
I'm just looking for some basic advice and $400 would be my $ limit. I run for exercise the bike would be for leisure outings.
take care.