I’m drawn to these because of the cute styles, but I’m new to biking and need a more knowledgeable perspective
I’ll mainly use it for short grocery trips, or leisure rides around my neighborhood
TIA!
by OkLavishness2794
I’m drawn to these because of the cute styles, but I’m new to biking and need a more knowledgeable perspective
I’ll mainly use it for short grocery trips, or leisure rides around my neighborhood
TIA!
by OkLavishness2794
2 Comments
Can be alright fundamentally, the issue is that you won’t get it professionally assembled. So I’d only really consider it if you’re pretty handy and willing to learn how to put it together, and how to adjust everything and fix any issues you might come across.
I don’t know what size you need, but it’s not necessarily great value next to a bigger name bike in a sale which you could get through a local bike store, eg;
https://www.trekbikes.com/us/en_US/bikes/hybrid-bikes/active-fitness-bikes/fx/fx-1-disc-midstep-gen-3/p/35002/?colorCode=grey
It’s essentially very similar spec to what you might find at a garage sale for $100 or less. While that’s probably a little harsh, I’ve got your attention. Essentially it’s using very old standard components for the drivetrain. It’s the kind of bike that would get the job done if you roll it out of that back corner of the garage just once or twice a year on a nice day.
However, if you want to get more into fitness riding regularly. Once a week or more, and actually use it to reduce your car travel for errands, you would be doing yourself a favor to look at something a little nicer. Walmart’s Ozark Trail G.1 Flatbar is one of the better budget general use bikes currently available. But there’s plenty of nice hybrid/gravel bikes out there that would be great for general use, fitness and recreational riding.
If you want something more retro styling, but with modern low maintenance components, you could look at bikes from Priority or Brilliant. They have lots of options that would fit the need.
Personally, I’ve had a few issues with Retrospec over the years, but those were during covid bike shortage times. Additionally, buying bikes from an internet tends to mean you are assembling and supporting the bike yourself. If that’s not appealing to you, then purchasing from a local bike shop or local REI is recommended. They will help ensure you have a safely assembled bike, and then it’s properly sized to you.