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**srp321** · 07-29-2016, 05:57 PM

Re: How to select a bicycle according to your needs and budget?

Bought a Schnell M300 29er 2 days back (it's actually pre-owned and 2 months old, but the owner had hardly used it for max 20km),

i was looking for 27.5 size ones as my height is about 6 feet but they were very rare and in-store they were priced very high.

i was novice (in geared and mid range cycles) so buying a high priced cycle wasn't my cup of tea.

i just have one query, what is the seat height to handlebar height level good for cycling?

Some say that it's better to level both, the seat and handlebar at same level, but i prefer seat to be a bit on lower sides, any suggestions people?

**The Monk** · 07-29-2016, 06:06 PM

Re: How to select a bicycle according to your needs and budget?

Originally posted by srp321 View Post

Bought a Schnell M300 29er 2 days back (it's actually pre-owned and 2 months old, but the owner had hardly used it for max 20km),

i was looking for 27.5 size ones as my height is about 6 feet but they were very rare and in-store they were priced very high.

i was novice (in geared and mid range cycles) so buying a high priced cycle wasn't my cup of tea.

i just have one query, what is the seat height to handlebar height level good for cycling?

Some say that it's better to level both, the seat and handlebar at same level, but i prefer seat to be a bit on lower sides, any suggestions people?

Congrats. Do share pictures of your bike

The saddle height has nothing to do with your handlebar. Your saddle should be set basis your leg length. Your handlebar is adjusted after your saddle height is fixed. Your saddle should be high enough that your legs are almost completely stretched out when the pedal is at the bottom of the stroke. That is there should be a minor angle formed at the back of your knee when the pedal is at the bottom.

Read this article on how to fit yourself to your bike - How to Fit a Bicycle The best article i have found on fitting a bike.

Read the link in this for a better understanding of why you are doing things - http://www.xbhp.com/talkies/bicycles...rgonomics.html

**srp321** · 07-29-2016, 06:17 PM

Re: How to select a bicycle according to your needs and budget?

Originally posted by The Monk View Post

Congrats. Do share pictures of your bike

The saddle height has nothing to do with your handlebar. Your saddle should be set basis your leg length. Your handlebar is adjusted after your saddle height is fixed. Your saddle should be high enough that your legs are almost completely stretched out when the pedal is at the bottom of the stroke. That is there should be a minor angle formed at the back of your knee when the pedal is at the bottom.

Read this article on how to fit yourself to your bike - How to Fit a Bicycle The best article i have found on fitting a bike.

Read the link in this for a better understanding of why you are doing things - http://www.xbhp.com/talkies/bicycles...rgonomics.html

Thanks for a quick reply sir,

was reading the Ergonomics article a while back (after posting my comment here), will post a few pics later,

well, i would observe what optimum saddle height would suffice for a minor angle formed at the back of the knee from now.
Another issue is that sometimes when i use the front disc brake only then it kinda feels like the handle is loose, although i will take it to my nearby mechanic, will they be able to correct that or should i got to a major cycling store?
also, this might sound awkward, but what is the ideal pressure for the tyres? i always feel that it's low (might be a false notion, but still it bothers me sometimes)

**The Monk** · 07-29-2016, 06:24 PM

Re: How to select a bicycle according to your needs and budget?

Originally posted by srp321 View Post

Thanks for a quick reply sir,

was reading the Ergonomics article a while back (after posting my comment here), will post a few pics later,

well, i would observe what optimum saddle height would suffice for a minor angle formed at the back of the knee from now.
Another issue is that sometimes when i use the front disc brake only then it kinda feels like the handle is loose, although i will take it to my nearby mechanic, will they be able to correct that or should i got to a major cycling store?
also, this might sound awkward, but what is the ideal pressure for the tyres? i always feel that it's low (might be a false notion, but still it bothers me sometimes)

When you brake hard, weight is transferred onto the front wheel, forks and handlebar. If you feel your handlebar is loose, then get it checked asap. Might be just bolts that need tightening. Check if the front wheel is wobble free. Also see if there is any play in the stem. A roadside mechanic is not required, you can surely do it yourself. First figure out what the problem is.

MTBs are generally recommended for 40 Psi. If you are riding on tarmac you can pump 60 psi even. Though recommended air pressure is generally written on the sidewalls of the tyre. Check it out.

PS: I ain't no sir

**srp321** · 07-29-2016, 06:36 PM

Re: How to select a bicycle according to your needs and budget?

Originally posted by The Monk View Post

When you brake hard, weight is transferred onto the front wheel, forks and handlebar. If you feel your handlebar is loose, then get it checked asap. Might be just bolts that need tightening. Check if the front wheel is wobble free. Also see if there is any play in the stem. A roadside mechanic is not required, you can surely do it yourself. First figure out what the problem is.

MTBs are generally recommended for 40 Psi. If you are riding on tarmac you can pump 60 psi even. Though recommended air pressure is generally written on the sidewalls of the tyre. Check it out.

PS: I ain't no sir

'Sir' part was out of respect and knowledge about the field, not w.r.t age (hope u don't mind it)

Rear tyre has 35 psi as of now and front has 30 psi, need to check what's written on the tyre itself.
Will check the front brake issue in detail tomorrow in the day.

**sayi89** · 07-29-2016, 08:45 PM

Re: How to select a bicycle according to your needs and budget?

Originally posted by srp321 View Post

but what is the ideal pressure for the tyres? i always feel that it's low (might be a false notion, but still it bothers me sometimes)

Monk told correctly, if you are riding on Tarmac, pumping in the rated pressure ( pressure written on wall) will work. Even 5~10 psi less is also fine.
Just remember that on Tarmac, if pressure is less, you will have to put more effort for riding. That won't make much of a difference for casual riding.

If you are riding on very bad roads or going for off roading 35-40 psi will give you from puncture free ride.

**srp321** · 07-30-2016, 12:14 AM

Re: How to select a bicycle according to your needs and budget?

Originally posted by sayi89 View Post

Monk told correctly, if you are riding on Tarmac, pumping in the rated pressure ( pressure written on wall) will work. Even 5~10 psi less is also fine.
Just remember that on Tarmac, if pressure is less, you will have to put more effort for riding. That won't make much of a difference for casual riding.

If you are riding on very bad roads or going for off roading 35-40 psi will give you from puncture free ride.

what exactly is a tarmac?

i wasn't able to get much idea about it, i suppose mine one is a normal tyre,

**sayi89** · 08-01-2016, 02:45 PM

Re: How to select a bicycle according to your needs and budget?

Originally posted by srp321 View Post

what exactly is a tarmac? i wasn't able to get much idea about it, i suppose mine one is a normal tyre,

Tarmac is normal road laid using Tar. They are the normal roads you see everywhere.

**srp321** · 08-01-2016, 06:13 PM

Re: How to select a bicycle according to your needs and budget?

Originally posted by sayi89 View Post

Tarmac is normal road laid using Tar. They are the normal roads you see everywhere.

ohh, my bad, i was specifically searching in terms of cycle and it's spare.

**lnagr** · 08-27-2016, 04:10 PM

Cycle Suggestion for fitness purpose

hello , i am in market to buy a cycle , budget 15K

Options:-
A) Decathlon my bike priced at 4.5 K and 7 gear one at 7k / Rockrider series (reviews mention gear issues in these bikes, so i am not sure)
B) Roadeo A75 11K / hardliner 8.5K (liked these cycles)
C) Raleigh 7 gear cycle 6.3K / MTB cycle 14.5K (disc brake in MTB turned me off)
D) Suncross cycles (looks awesume but high doubts about brand)
E) hero cycle Aluminum model 9.5K (is Hero worth the price?) , also saw a single speed hero at 4.3 K it looked good.

these are all models i had checked in my city, Chandigarh.

i liked Roadeo A75 best as it is full aluminium bike but it isnt in stock(disc break on both wheels though). what other bikes i can check and suggestions on above options.
my requirement is :- morning ride of 5-10kms, occasional weekend short trips.

**The Monk** · 08-27-2016, 06:36 PM

Re: Cycle Suggestion for fitness purpose

Check out Cyclop (on facebook) for used bikes before spending money on any of these.

**lnagr** · 08-28-2016, 09:36 PM

Re: Cycle Suggestion for fitness purpose

thanks for the suggestion but already bought a Raleigh Terrain 30 Today , got it for 14k from Darshan Cycles , sector 37 Chandigarh.

Welcome to Suncross Bikes
mine bike has disc brake on both wheels. also bought a helmet

**The Monk** · 08-29-2016, 05:25 PM

Re: Cycle Suggestion for fitness purpose

Congrats. That's a good solid bike, though a tad heavy. Now ride its wheels off

**avhad sitaram** · 08-30-2016, 09:52 PM

Re: Cycle Suggestion for fitness purpose

Congratutions mate Darshan bros will gives yiu best value for money...mine was also purchased from darshan cycle store and i am more than a happy customer. Have a best of luck ride safe.

**koolsantosh22** · 10-14-2016, 11:27 AM

Re: Cycle Suggestion for fitness purpose

Originally posted by lnagr View Post

thanks for the suggestion but already bought a Raleigh Terrain 30 Today , got it for 14k from Darshan Cycles , sector 37 Chandigarh.

Welcome to Suncross Bikes
mine bike has disc brake on both wheels. also bought a helmet

Congrats on your new bike. Happy peddling.

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