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  • 17-02-2011 4:56pm
    #1
    jimmyging
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 207 ✭✭


    Hi
    I am getting into cycling so am looking for an entry level bike and all the kit I need to get on the road if possible


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  • #2
    JonDoe
    Closed Accounts Posts: 503 ✭✭✭JonDoe


    I've a few road bikes on the go also MTB's, how tall are you and what's your budget for a bike? I've this one listed http://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=2056177704
    if it's the right size but too expensive I could swap the drive train and wheels to bring it down to budget, it's a 54cm with 4 spacers on the stem so good for 5'7"-6'1" at a guess.
    For Kit try wiggle/chain reaction cycles/winstanleys and ebay sometimes the gear in aldi is good especially the shorts.
    Enjoy


  • #3
    jimmyging
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 207 ✭✭jimmyging


    jon doe

    thanks for the reply but i wasnt looking to spend that much on getting started .I am 6 ft 1" so i think i am looking for a 56 cm frame as well
    jimmyging


  • #4
    DonalK1981
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 370 ✭✭DonalK1981


    the one deise muai thai is selling might suit you?


  • #5
    jimmyging
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 207 ✭✭jimmyging


    thanks for the advice


  • #6
    jimmyging
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 207 ✭✭jimmyging


    i have just done online bike size calculator and it says I need a 60 cm size bike so if anyone has a 60 cm starter bike I would be interested


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  • #7
    funkyjebus
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,547 ✭✭✭funkyjebus


    jimmyging wrote: »
    i have just done online bike size calculator and it says I need a 60 cm size bike so if anyone has a 60 cm starter bike I would be interested

    Doubt you need a 60cm, I'm 6'4 and use a 58 - 60 depending on frame. Its more dependant on you inside leg lenght, but at a guess you'd be a 56-58, again depending on the bike as they can differ. Before you buy you need to be sure it fits correctly.


  • #8
    jimmyging
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 207 ✭✭jimmyging


    thanks funkyjebus
    my inside leg is 34.5 "


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