What kind of bicycle to buy if you’re looking for a bike that is realiable, simple, and cheap to run? Cheap used bicycle choice?
Buying tips
Tips and advice for help when buying new or used bicycles.
Things to avoid when buying a bicycle
A quick list of stuff you should avoid if you need a bicycle to serve you (not the other way round) – i.e. to make it robust and reliable, while being cheap to run.
What kind of bicycle should you buy?
The pros and cons of various bicycle patents and components – i.e. what to choose if you want a durable, reliable, and cheap to run bicycle.
Q&A 1 – Bicycles for heavy riders – aluminium, road bikes?
What kinds of bicycles are suitable for heavy riders – and some other questions and answers covered.
How to buy a used bike on Craigslist?
How to browse for used bicycles on Craigslist.
How to buy (inspect) a second hand (used) bicycle – Marathon version
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A long, in detail demonstration on how to check the condition of a used (2nd hand) bicycle before buying.
How to check a used bicycle before buying
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A quick demo on how to check the condition of a used (2nd hand) bicycle before buying.
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