What is an awesome bike these days?
Giant, KHS, Trek, Globe. All sound like wonderful brands. Trek makes at least one bike in the USA. Which one would you recommend? Can I find any quality bike made in Canada, the States, or Europe or Japan? Why does it HAVE to come from Taiwan? The Chinese already make enough money off of us. Why not give other countries a chance for fair trade. Aren't there any bikes that I can get from Germany, Holland, or some other place in Western Europe? I'm looking for a road bike that is durable, light weight and competitively priced. Also how do I get bicycle insurance? Who offers it?
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Heed this advice... Go with your gut instinct, in buying a good bike. More $$ does NOT = More quality. I found that out the hard way. First off, lemme tell you that I am in no way a bycicle guru... And also know that I am usually not a big-buck spender (I'm actually known to be quite "cheap" by my friends' standards, 90% of the time, or so). But I decided to really get into biking last summer. And dog-gonnet, I wanted to have one of the best damn bikes on the road, regardless of cost!...Now, normally, I'd consider spending upward to $200 for a good-quality bike. But I decided to really research it, and really cough up the big bucks, swallow my pride about being financially responsible, and go splurge my money on the great-quality bike! I coughed up $400 on a Gary Fisher bike (made by Trek). Why did I spend $400 on a Gary Fisher bike??? Because I asked multiple friends who were serious into biking, as well as browsed enthusiast sites online, as well as visiting and asking SIX different local bike stores......they all agreed that, without spending $1,000 or more, Gary Fisher was pretty much my best choice. Well....guess what. That $400 bike has had it's seat FALL OFF WHILE I RODE IT (off-road, but cerrrrrtainly not any extremem stunts...just a calm hilly dirt path), brake problems, and now I believe I have a bent back rim because my back brakes pulsate when I squeeze them. And overall, I hear a "click"ing noise every time I apply a decent amount of pressure on my first pedal as I get started... So yeeeeeeah.....$400.....for a bike who's quality is well below what I had a couple years ago in a bike that costed $150?????? Is it worth it???? NO!!!! Honestly, just go with your gut instincts... If you really think it's going to be worth it - cough up some $$.... If you honestly feel good about a cheaper bike that looks and feels great....go with that one. It'll probly be easier and more relaxing on your conscious to know you saved $250 on your initial purchase, even if you have to replace a couple parts over the next few years for a few bucks here and there. Good luck, dude. (Oh....and.... for the sake of men everywhere....get a big wide cushy gel-seat...your rump and your boys will thank you later)
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Look at Santa Cruz bikes. Many components come from Asia, and some from Europe and the US. The main reason fro this is that the majority of bikes and components are sold there. Bike insurance is probably covered under your homeowners or renters policy. Check with your agent to see if it is covered.
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Cannondale is still made in the USA. Some others are made in Italy - Maybe Pinarello or Bianchi or MAssi -Fexarri - Torelli - Mondonico - but not sure they are all made in italy. I am sure there are others too. Maybe you can find an 07 bike in a shop - here are the '07 steel ones from Bianchi - http://www.bianchiusa.com/07_road.html
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Have you actually ridden any of the bikes you mention? You would be amazed at how many bike frames[good frames] are welded in taiwan,good frames welded to specs. You want a custom frame? Try Mark Beaver in Halifax nova scotia.He will weld you what you want.[Cyclesmith novascotia]I do hope you like steel. Just a shot in the dark,and I wish you luck
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There are two words that are not compatible.. european bikes and competitively priced. THe point of making bikes in Taiwan is basically lower costs more sales and more revenue. I happen to have an Specialized Tarmac SL made in taiwan and is one, if no the best bike that ive owned (previously C-40 Coast Issue, CT-2, Trek 5900). I used to have a Colnagos and right know im still wondering how in the hell i paid that amoutn of money for a bike. Trek basically manufactures bikes in the US based on Pride... however that doesnt make them any better than other brands. On the other side try go get a BMC, Colnago, Look, Guerciotti, Daccorrdi.. with the price of an european frames you can get a full Trek, Giant or Specialized bike. But if you have the cash and want to roll in style go ahead.
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trust me go with a redline or eastern element bike there the best qulity. I have a red line bike and i hit ramps from 3 feet and landed on tree stups with the rim and the rim is in 100% condition and no wabuling. ooh yeah my redline bike is called a rival.
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Regardless of where the bike maker is based, you are very likely to get a frame manufactured somewhere in Asia. That's true for even very high priced Canadian or European brands. The "rule" is that a manufacturer can claim "made in" his country if he increases the value by 60%. To see where the big label bikes are actually made, check out http://allanti.com/page.cfm?PageID=328 HTH
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Check out this site. It will answer all of your questions. Good luck. http://allanti.com/page.cfm?PageID=328 Oh, I see someone else already gave you this link. Sorry.
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to me giant has no competition. they simply the best bikes for the money
