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  • #211
    Re: Firefox Bicycles

    I am into running since Feb 2013 and have covered around 2300Kms with 2 half marathons in between and now planning to give cycling a try. My budget is around 15k and the most important criteria for me would be that bike should have quick release wheels or should be a folding one.
    I would highly appreciate if you could suggest some good bikes.

    Thanks in Advance.

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    • #212
      Re: Firefox Bicycles

      Originally posted by anubhavsharma18 View Post
      I am into running since Feb 2013 and have covered around 2300Kms with 2 half marathons in between and now planning to give cycling a try. My budget is around 15k and the most important criteria for me would be that bike should have quick release wheels or should be a folding one.
      I would highly appreciate if you could suggest some good bikes.

      Thanks in Advance.
      Most bikes around 20K would have QR. Don't buy a folding bike, you will get nothing worth anything at that price range.

      If you are in Bangalore, then try KHS at Wheelsports and Merida bikes. Both good VFM.
      Biking is not about what you have between your legs, its all about how well you use it!!!!!!!

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      • #213
        Re: Firefox Bicycles

        Originally posted by anubhavsharma18 View Post
        My budget is around 15k and the most important criteria for me would be that bike should have quick release wheels or should be a folding one.
        In this budget, most of the cycles have QR for the front wheel. If you want QRS for both front and back, as Monk told it will cost around 20K.
        The only folding bike I can think at this budget is b'Twin Hoptown. But I can't comment on its quality as I haven't used one.
        Again folding bikes are good for commuting from point A to B and is not meant for serious riding.
        Good ones will cost around 30K.




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        • #214
          Re: Firefox Bicycles

          Thanks for the reply.

          Ok, i guess i would have to increase my budget. What bikes would be most suited for me around 20k with both QR wheels. My height is 5.7 inch and weight is 70kgs.

          Would the number of gears(as i have seen some have 21 gears) and disk break matter in cycles?

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          • #215
            Re: Firefox Bicycles

            Originally posted by anubhavsharma18 View Post
            Thanks for the reply.

            Ok, i guess i would have to increase my budget. What bikes would be most suited for me around 20k with both QR wheels. My height is 5.7 inch and weight is 70kgs.

            Would the number of gears(as i have seen some have 21 gears) and disk break matter in cycles?
            Your height and weight is irrelevant at this stage

            What matters is your intended usage?

            No. of gears don't matter as much as the gear ratios. But in general 21 gears should suffice for most of your requirements. Discs in that price range are not really advisable.
            Biking is not about what you have between your legs, its all about how well you use it!!!!!!!

            Give your details here if you want to help your fellow xBhpian stranded in your city

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            • #216
              Re: Firefox Bicycles

              Originally posted by anubhavsharma18 View Post
              Would the number of gears(as i have seen some have 21 gears) and disk break matter in cycles?
              The number of gears, better words gear ratio depends on the terrain you intend to ride. Eg for me living almost at hilly place wish to have another lower gear or a few number of teeth more on the rear large sprocket.
              Got to say only one word for disc brakes. Disc brake SUCKS. I don't find any difference compared to the V brakes. Maybe helpful if you do a lot of downhill rides.




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              • #217
                Re: Firefox Bicycles

                I would be riding it on paved roads around 2 days a week on days when i am not running for fitness purposes as cycling is better for knees and joints.

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                • #218
                  Re: Firefox Bicycles

                  I am very noob in this but my bike is priced at INR 15 with 3x7 gears and quick release for both front and back wheels. It may not be a well known brand but it's quite a good VFM product. It weighs close to 13.5 KG as it's a steel frame. Raleigh is the name and Suncross is selling it under license. I am regularly cycling on that and it's a good beginners bike, I would say.
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                  • #219
                    Re: Firefox Bicycles

                    Originally posted by anubhavsharma18 View Post
                    I would be riding it on paved roads around 2 days a week on days when i am not running for fitness purposes as cycling is better for knees and joints.

                    With your usage a roadbike would be ideal. But you will get nothing at that price point. Your next best option is to get a hybrid.
                    A few models i can think of - Bianchi Spillo Rubino, Scott Sportster x70 i think, schwinn sportera, canondale quick 5, and KHS vitamin.

                    Among the above, the canondale and schwinn i have heard good reviews about. Though all these bikes are good in general.
                    Biking is not about what you have between your legs, its all about how well you use it!!!!!!!

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                    • #220
                      Re: Firefox Bicycles

                      Originally posted by The Monk View Post
                      Scott Sportster x70
                      That one is my personal favorite. Rigid fork, no suspension, no disc brakes
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                      • #221
                        Re: Firefox Bicycles

                        Today i checked few bikes at a near by cycle shop. They had 2 bikes which fit my bidget and have QR wheels Rockrider 5.1 for 15k and Firefox Target for 18.5k. They also have montra bike for 18k but the salesperson advised against it as it's an Indian brand.

                        Any suggestions on these bikes? which one is good.

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                        • #222
                          Re: Firefox Bicycles

                          Originally posted by anubhavsharma18 View Post
                          Today i checked few bikes at a near by cycle shop. They had 2 bikes which fit my bidget and have QR wheels Rockrider 5.1 for 15k and Firefox Target for 18.5k. They also have montra bike for 18k but the salesperson advised against it as it's an Indian brand.

                          Any suggestions on these bikes? which one is good.
                          The Montra Jazz and FF Target would be more suitable. RR is an MTB. Post the specs of the three, will make it that much easier to decide.

                          PM Rx100 who replied on the previous page, he will be able to guide you to the many Bike shops in Delhi. Where in Delhi are you?
                          Biking is not about what you have between your legs, its all about how well you use it!!!!!!!

                          Give your details here if you want to help your fellow xBhpian stranded in your city

                          Touring Blog: Cycling in Mongolia!

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                          • #223
                            Re: Firefox Bicycles

                            Originally posted by anubhavsharma18 View Post
                            Today i checked few bikes at a near by cycle shop. They had 2 bikes which fit my bidget and have QR wheels Rockrider 5.1 for 15k and Firefox Target for 18.5k.
                            Spec wise target is good, has shimano Acera rear derailleurs, looks good too the Matt finish.
                            But both RR and target are MTBs and may not suit for your ride.
                            Its better that you try hybrids.



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