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    Three questions about bike shopping

    Does it make sense to go to a fitter first? Manhattan is not the greatest place for test rides.

    If it does make sense, how do I find a fitter? The only way I know is calling a shop, and I assume a fitter employed by a shop would naturally promote the brands the shop sells.

    Finally, I'm not finding the bike's weight listed on many manufacturer's specs. A lighter bike is one of the main things I want. I like trips that involve some subway/train travel, and that means stairs. With my day's supplies and the 8.8 pound chain lock, I have to pay attention to weight. Am I overlooking something obvious?

    I thought bike shopping would be fun, but it isn't.
    Last edited by PamNY; 06-24-2010 at 07:24 PM.

 

 

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