Hello,
I'm looking to buy a new bike. The bike I'm using is currently a small BMX bike when I used when I was a kid. I'm now 18, and I think something bigger and more comfortable would be more appropriate considering I'm 5'9. I like to ride on the road, but do also go through the dirt trails near my house. I'm assuming a road bike wouldn't be able handle this, so I guess a hybrid or mountain bike would be more appropriate? Anyways, considering I'm paying for a new bike myself, my funds are limited... as whatever I have is going towards school or my savings.
The price of department store bikes are tempting, but considering all the negative surrounding these models I figured it would be smart to avoid it.
Does anyone have any good models or advice to recommend? The local bike shop is primarily road bikes and beach cruisers.
By the way, how's this bike? Yes it's from a department store... but it's a cannondale which I have heard some good things about, so I'm interested in some feedback.
Cannondale Trail 6 Black Mountain Bike
Thank you,
Zealex