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Bicycles: Kids 20" Starting $40? Adults 26" Starting at $50 @ Big W Miranda NSW

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Bicycles: Kids 20" Starting $40? Adults 26" Starting at $50 @ Big W Miranda NSW
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Lnerd1 on 11/03/2015 - 10:04 files.ozbargain.com.au (663 clicks)
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decided to get the kids a bike so that they can start to learn to ride them before they are too old. dropped in on Monday to look at some and found the kids bikes to be less than the marked price. I tried to look at an adult bicycle as well but realised that it wouldn't fit in the car. So went back yesterday and found the Adult bicycle is also cheaper at the register.

The local BigW had probably 12 bicycles of various sizes yesterday afternoon. The makred prices varie as does the final price at the registers. I think I picked the cheapest options. $130 for 3 BSOs, pretty decent price.

Added the location that I bought them from. If anyone else finds any at other stores then please comment. happy to edit and add the other stores that has these on sale.

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  • [Deactivated] on 11/03/2015 - 10:06
    -1

    decided to get the kids a bike

    They will hate riding for life because their first bike was a BIG W BSO

    • nerd1 on 11/03/2015 - 10:26
      +3

      I guess I will find out what you mean. As a kid, I did not notice how 1 bike rode better than the other. Later in my teens a friend bought a super light italian bike like the ones they ride in the Tour de France, he paid too dollars for it and granted it was all shiny and light… but not something I was interested in still. Just wanted one to get from one place to another.

      • jv on 11/03/2015 - 10:28
        +2

        like the ones they ride in the Tour de France, he paid too dollars for it

        Wow !!! Where ???

        • nerd1 on 11/03/2015 - 10:30

          haha i'm sure its a rhetorical questions… but anyways. no idea where, this was more than a few decades ago.

    • bargaino on 11/03/2015 - 11:42
      +4

      They will hate riding for life because their first bike was a BIG W BSO

      Thats silly. Most people learn to ride on a cheap BSO. If you only want a single speed kids bike, they are OK.
      Little kids don't do a lot of km, so wear and maintenance is not a big problem.
      Once the kids are old enough for a multi-speed, and riding regularly, you can get a better bike.

    • tebbybabes on 11/03/2015 - 12:20
      +2

      Beg to differ, mate. Just the feeling of being able to get around on your own power at faster than walking/running speed is exhilarating. :)

      I know we keep knocking the heavy BSOs sold in big box stores, but seriously, these were exactly the kind of bikes we were learning on decades ago. It never stopped me.

      My son is going on 10 now and is on his 3rd bike. I've been having to replace them every 2 years. I think the most expensive one is his current one and it was a $69. He rides it EVERYDAY so valuewise, it's been awesome. He's also aware that I consider it a cheap, beater bike, and he doesn't mind at all. He knows I'm happy to pay for a good quality bike when we can get him an adult sized one.

      My only concern with department store bikes is the assembly. It pays to know what you're doing and do it yourself because I've seen so many horrible assemblies in my time. Either that or find a friendly LBS to do it.

      They ARE heavier than alloys (although I've seen alloy built department store bikes now too) but unless you're planning on letting the kids carry them up and down stairs then IMHO the apparent weight is marginal when they're actually riding it. I just want kids to enjoy riding - I'm not expecting them to race in the TDF.

      If comfort is the concern about the cheapies, then believe me, fat tires and sprung saddles are the bees knees. (Although both sap performance)

      • bargaino on 11/03/2015 - 12:54
        +1

        My only concern with department store bikes is the assembly.

        Agree! Poor assembly is a bigger problem than the quality of the parts.
        I'd also add sizing (choosing the wrong size) and fitting (typically riding with the seat far too low).

        fat tires and sprung saddles are the bees knees. (Although both sap performance)

        No - sprung saddles are never a good idea.
        Fat tyres, yes (even the standard ones on kids bikes) allow lower pressure so a softer ride, but can also be pumped up harder if you like. They will add more comfort with much less effect on performance than sprung seats, or shocks. Avoid cheap bikes with shock absorbers.

  • RubenM on 11/03/2015 - 10:07

    Crap bikes, great price.

    • jv on 11/03/2015 - 10:12
      +2

      How can it be a great price if you are buying crap.

      Wasting money is not a bargain…

      • nerd1 on 11/03/2015 - 10:24

        but if you were going to buy crap to began with and it is found to be cheaper, then it is a bargain?

        can I get some love from you jv? give me a + on the deal!! :)

        • jv on 11/03/2015 - 10:26

          but if you were going to buy crap to began with and it is found to be cheaper, then it is a bargain?

          Not if you're wasting your money.

        • nerd1 on 11/03/2015 - 10:27

          @jv:

          and all the flashlights and eneloops people buy… is that wasting money?

          :'(

        • jv on 11/03/2015 - 10:29
          -1

          @nerd1:

          It's about value for money, not just the price…

          The flashlights and eneloops perform just as well or better than more expensive items.
          This is not the case for these bikes.

          These are heavy and have poor build quality. Great way to put kids off bike riding though if that's what you are trying to achieve.

        • macrocephalic on 11/03/2015 - 12:00
          +3

          @jv: You must have very pretentious children. The bike I rode for most of my childhood was one that my dad bought at a garage sale, took home, cleaned, greased, and spray painted.

        • retiredfeline on 11/03/2015 - 15:55

          @macrocephalic: You were looky, my dad made me mine the coal and iron ore, tap the rubber trees and collect other raw materials to create the parts, and then assemble them to make my own bike, all the while applying sarcasm. :) :)

          Cue Yorkshiremen sketch here. ;)

  • SteveAndBelle on 11/03/2015 - 10:12

    Great bikes for bolting on a Chinese e-Bike Kit as a cheap way of cruising around the neighbourhood. I've done this with those cheapie 2-Stroke kits (fun & fast yet smelly, noisy & need continual tinkering) and a couple of different Electric kits for myself & workmates. The e-Bikes all turned out better than expected, especially for the price but of course they cannot be compared to the proper e-Bikes worth $1000+

    • nerd1 on 11/03/2015 - 10:22
      +2

      do you have some links to the kits? interested to have a look

      • SteveAndBelle on 11/03/2015 - 11:03
        +1

        Your best bet is to simply do an eBay search for 'electric bike kit', select 'Worldwide' and then put the results in order of 'Price & Postage Lowest First'. Scroll through the first few results and you'll start to hit items around the $200 mark. These are usually kits without batteries so assuming you need a complete kit then keep on scrolling through and you'll start getting to what you're after.

        Here's an entry level kit for around $450 Shipped: http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Universal-DIY-Electric-Bike-Bicyc… I've dealt with these guys before and fitted one of their ($600) Li-Ion based kits to a friends bike. Took all of about 30 minutes to swap the front wheel over and get it functioning but then another good couple of hours to run all the cables and tidy everything up… but I'm a perfectionist so I spent way too long making it look schmicko :) I dabble in lots of silly things like this but wouldn't call myself an expert in anything particular so the 'normal person' with basic tools & skills should be able to get one of these kits fully installed and riding around in less than approx. 3 hours.

        The bike ran really nicely and she uses it to commute approx. 25km to work & back each day. She loves it but we did have a problem with the ESC (Electronic Speed Controller) which in her kit was built-into the bottom of the battery pack. It failed completely and it took the Dillenger guys far too long to replace it for her and kept blaming other things. They finally replaced it and everything was, and still is, perfect.

    • aec on 11/03/2015 - 10:32

      Is it legal to ride on Sydney streets? How much is the total cist? I mean the kit.

      • SteveAndBelle on 11/03/2015 - 11:12
        +2

        'As above' to see one of the kits (approx $400-$450 for absolute entry level)

        Australia has a limit of 200W (250W in some states). Anything more is illegal to ride on the streets… however as per the 250W kit above the extra 50W isn't going to make much difference plus the last time I looked the Police didn't have portable Dynos to check this anyway ;) Seriously though, I've seen guys running 1000W hub motors on the Front & Rear on their MTBs and as they're not idiots and stick to 15-20kph when on paths or the road then they don't attract attention and everything's fine. This means they can still use their killer 2000W 2WD power off-road and not have to have a second bike just to get to work. Again, ANYTHING OVER 200W IS ILLEGAL ON ROADS & PATHS though so it's up to the individual to assess the risks. Check your local Government laws for more detail.

        In my limited experience a 200W kit is just enough to take the edge off steep hills and allow you to cruise at 15-20kph on flat paths without pedalling so it should be fine for most. You'll still have to pedal and here in QLD you'll still get sweaty but it will make it easier even with the added weight of the kit. On top of all this it's a great way of getting your hands dirty and getting better mechanical & electrical experience you can apply to other things so it's win-win!

        • 2ndeffort on 11/03/2015 - 15:44
          -1

          A cheaper alternative to an electric motor might be to eat a few spoonfuls of concrete from a big bag of cement and harden up! (at least that's what the blokes I ride with tell me).

  • damion on 11/03/2015 - 10:22

    In addition to me not supporting the purchasing of poor quality bicycles, This is more likely a single-store clearance. And OP didn't even mention which store it was.

    • jv on 11/03/2015 - 10:26

      And OP didn't even mention which store it was.

      BigW

      • damion on 11/03/2015 - 10:54

        I meant which particular BigW. I've found they rarely all have the same clearance stock.

        • nerd1 on 11/03/2015 - 11:04

          Hi damion, added the store location in the subject. If anyone else finds them in other stores then happy to update this.

      • yaleman on 11/03/2015 - 11:20

        There's more than a few BigW's dude.

    • hindo on 11/03/2015 - 12:42

      Not single store but part of their drop down clearance. I picked up Diamondback mountain bike for $100 and lots of others there too. Saw this in 2 Newcastle stores yesterday

  • jv on 11/03/2015 - 10:27
    +2

    Are these bikes what are referred to as BSOD ??

  • mathew42 on 11/03/2015 - 10:28
    +3

    If you are planning to teach your kids how to ride, I recommend starting with a balance bike. Kids on a balance bike learn how to balance first and find the transition from pushing with their feet to pedals trivial. Kids who learn with training wheels have to overcome their poor balance from leaning on the training wheels and fear of falling.

    Wooden balance bikes are around the $30-$40 mark or you can buy an normal bike and remove the pedals.

    • nerd1 on 11/03/2015 - 10:32
      +1

      thanks Matthew42, we have bout a bike that is $40 for the kids, I might not put the pedals on them for now and let them practice in the back yard.

      • jv on 11/03/2015 - 10:36

        I might not put the pedals on them for now and let them practice in the back yard.

        Try tying the bike to the Hills Hoist, it will help them learn balance quicker.

        • nerd1 on 11/03/2015 - 10:37

          if you are not kidding. do you meant tying it up so it would round and round?

        • jv on 11/03/2015 - 10:38
          +1

          @nerd1:

          http://goo.gl/Fs1eY1

        • jv on 11/03/2015 - 10:39
          +2

          @nerd1:

          Seriously though… Best place to learn balance is going down a very slight slope, so they can focus more on balance, than pedalling or pushing…

        • nerd1 on 11/03/2015 - 10:52

          @jv:

          Thanks, there are a few spots around the neighborhood that has a slight slope they can practice on.

          Though I don't quite understand the bike merry go round concept…. unless it is to help them not wobble and go all over the place. and basically put them on rails so they can concentrate on balancing rather than trying to work out where to go.

    • jv on 11/03/2015 - 10:34

      Kids who learn with training wheels have to overcome their poor balance

      That sounds logical, but from experience, my kids started with training wheels and they had no problems riding after a few minutes of removing them…

      • [Deactivated] on 11/03/2015 - 10:50

        jv has kids????? :o

        • [Deactivated] on 11/03/2015 - 11:21
          +1

          Yep.
          jv jr and jv jnr.

        • jv on 11/03/2015 - 11:37
          +3

          @TightBottom:

          Yep, here's a pic

        • nerd1 on 11/03/2015 - 13:35

          @jv:
          down voted because I know the picture is of Thing 1 and Thing 2. XD

  • jcsantos on 11/03/2015 - 10:43
    +1

    this bikes will do for first time learners :) if he can do it on his own then buy him a good one :)

    • jv on 11/03/2015 - 10:46
      -1

      then buy him a good one :)

      makes more sense to just buy the good one…

      they'll enjoy the experience more, learn better and more quickly, and you'll save $50

      • jcsantos on 11/03/2015 - 10:55

        by the time he learned how to bike you will need a bigger one, my son has a cheap 35" we bought it when he was 4 or 5 .. now he is 9 years old and would be buying him a bigger bike and a better 1 .. he would not be using the same bike for life

        so it really does make sense to buy a cheap one first

        • jv on 11/03/2015 - 11:45

          by the time he learned how to bike you will need a bigger one

          only if you take it out of the garage once a month…

    • nerd1 on 11/03/2015 - 10:48
      +1

      happy to spend the money on a good bike he wants one and use it regularly. Wasn't prepared to spends hundreds on something that is going to sit in the garage and rust.

      I think this is a good starting point to learn and if they like it we'll get a new one.

      … now off to find a cheap scooter :D

      • jv on 11/03/2015 - 10:54

        Wasn't prepared to spends hundreds on something that is going to sit in the garage and rust.

        Much more likely that these bikes will sit in the garage and rust after they try them a couple of times…
        Why don't you get a cheap bike for yourself, and a good bike for the kids and go riding with them.
        If they have good experiences early on with riding, they are much more likely to continue doing so…

        If you want to save money, buy then a good alloy bike from a reputable store when on sale, or just get a second hand one off ebay…

      • dhie20 on 11/03/2015 - 10:57

        Any advices for scooter?

        • nerd1 on 11/03/2015 - 11:05

          no idea, haven't gone out to find any yet. I'll probably get a cheap one for the 2 to share to begin with.

        • jv on 11/03/2015 - 11:18
          +2

          @nerd1:

          Look around for a good deal on Razors… I think I paid around $35 delivered last year on an ebay group buy… sometimes they retail for around this price when on sale…

          https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/163291

      • 2ndeffort on 11/03/2015 - 15:40

        Neither Carbon Fibre or Aluminium rusts…..just sayin!!!

      • 2ndeffort on 11/03/2015 - 15:40

        Neither Carbon Fibre or Aluminium rusts…..just sayin!!!

  • Peanut money on 11/03/2015 - 11:05

    Balance bikes are great to start
    Then jump onto bike without training wheels.
    Depending on kids interest won't take long to get the knack of it.
    Ensure right size.
    They'll grow out it quick so a good second hand bike will do the job.
    Avoid Kmart and big w crap as you can get a good brand bike originally from a bike shop from second hand sources.
    Eg gum tree,eBay. Op shops and they sell them even at the tip

  • nerd1 on 11/03/2015 - 11:08

    problem is, no idea what good bikes are. I recognise the brand GIANT and that's about it. I guess, like good cars, they will have crap low end models to entice people to buy, didn't want to pay a premium for a brand and still end up with crap.

    happy with this so far. I guess I will know when we go riding on the weekend.

    • SteveAndBelle on 11/03/2015 - 11:27
      +3

      Yep, the classic problem. Brand names are becoming more & more pointless as a reference these days thanks to all the quite amazing products being pumped out of China etc. Your cheapie BigW bike will be perfectly fine for casual weekend type rides but you'll probably find that you'll need to keep making adjustments to the gears & brakes to get them working as best they can. This cheap stuff is designed to just work well enough for basic riding and should last many years but you'd be an idiot if you decided to take a bike of this calibre down a MTB track at 50kph and expect to survive ;)

      The other issue with bikes and one I have personal experience with is that you can spend several thousand on an amazing bike with all the good intentions in the world but end up only using it a dozen times and selling it 5 years later. Far better to start simple then if you really get hooked you can save up and get a bike that suits your needs. There's a fine line there though because if you buy something too crappy then you might be put off the whole activity forever. Let common sense lead you there.

    • Peanut money on 11/03/2015 - 11:33

      Ring up a bike shop and ask or look on net for the higher priced ones.
      What I mean is pick up rrp $180 bike say $35 instead of buying big w bike

    • jv on 11/03/2015 - 11:41

      problem is, no idea what good bikes are

      These are good value bikes for kids… not top of the range, but alloy frame and very light…

      http://www.lifespandandenong.com.au/store/AFL+Bikes/16-inch+…
      http://goo.gl/qnYJlb
      Around $130

      Was going to get a couple last year, but they've run out of our team…

      Maybe they have some NRL equivalent ones in Sydney ???

  • spychiatrist on 11/03/2015 - 12:06
    +2

    Bicycle shaped objects? What the hell. It's a bike. Period. Should I call my 50c IKEA drinking glass a "drinking glass shaped object" because it's cheap?

    • [Deactivated] on 11/03/2015 - 12:42

      Yes. That would be technically correct.

    • bargaino on 11/03/2015 - 13:01
      +1

      Bad analogy. The ikea glasses do their job well.

      Think of cars. You can buy any new car and expect it to be functional and reliable. A Suzuki, or a BMW, you can expect many years of reliable service, with similar maintenance.
      Some are better, but all are good.
      Bicycles are not like that. These is no minimum standard. A Big-W bicycle is like a Lada built on a Friday afternoon when the vodka is already flowing.
      It just won't last with any serious use. Sure its OK if you only ever expect to go a few hundred km.

      • 2ndeffort on 11/03/2015 - 15:39

        Plus, they are often made with non standard sized bits and pieces that cannot be replaced when they frequently break. They are heavy and difficult to control and haul up hills but they are very cheap.

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