Shopping around for a bike, just dont want to spend $$$$$$ for my first bike

[leendat]

I am looking for a bike and was wondering has anyone bought on ebay,
and if so what was your expierence. Any advice? I am 5 2 tall and
just getting into cycling. I found this GMC WOMEN'S DENALI ROAD BIKE
BICYCLE 20" 20 inch 50cm on ebay what do you all think? What is a
good bike for a first timer? any advice would be great, Thanks!!!

[mimitabby]

I'd say 50cm is too big for you, I'm 5'3" and a 49cm was a bit of a stretch.
If you're new to all this, save yourself some money and go to bike stores FIRST
and try out bikes. THEN get on ebay and bid with a bit of knowledge.

[indigoiis]

I bought my first road bike on Craigslist. I went in completely blind and was fortunately quite lucky to have hit it pretty much right - bike was a little small and I had tailbone issues for awhile until I got it fit properly. The bike was a good entry-level bike and I still have it.

I too think you should go to bike shops first and see what fits you.

[Zen]

What's the top end of your budget?

[tulip]

Check a few of your LBS (Local Bike Shops) to see if they carry used bikes. On ebay or Craigslist, if you don't know what you are buying, you may very well end up with a bike that doesn't fit and/or that needs significant work--no bargain.

Your LBS will have loads of info and bikes to try. If they are good, they will help you with a used bike, realizing that you may eventually want a nicer, new bike.

[kermit]

Just a suggestion, the web site above sells, new,older model road and mountain bikes. I got two Jamis mountain bikes for about 2/3 normal cost. THey were 2006 models, but the same components for the most part. They are brand new, put together, tuned up then broken down and shipped. Have heard nothing but great things about them. Once you know your size, and budget, check them out. The Jamis road bikes are really nice and have a wide range for prices. Good luck.

[donarae]

Hi
I live in wildomar and I am moving in a couple of days
I have a brand new never never been used Giant Yukon womens mountain bike that i do not want to take with me to upland where I am moving I have pictures, call me
if you are interested
thank you
donarae
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