Choosing a new bike

July 30, 2008 · Print This Article

If gas prices have you searching for an alternative for short commutes, and you just want something dependable once and for all, a type new bicycle might be the reply for you. The used bike market is booming right now for obvious reasons, but whether you don’t have the mechanical know-how or the patience to repair an older used bike, soon after Mother Earth News has a great write-up you may want to check out.

In that spread, you can run down the

list of reasons why you would choose a new bike by a used one, and reply many of the questions that first-time-buyers might have. For instance, would you need a mountain bike for rough terrain on your way to work? Do you live in a concrete jungle where everything is paved and a street bike would be good ample? Whichever bike you decide to buy eventually, just realize that you’re making a positive difference to the environment, your pocketbook and most importantly, your health.

[Source] Shawn Schuster

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