Hi All,
I have been looking for an entry-level bicycle. I am pretty heavy and want to try out cycling on a cheap bike first.
I saw one, a fat bike on Reid, alpha for 499. Don't know if it could take my weight. Other than that I could not find anything.
Please help me find one,
Thanks
Big guys are called clydesdales, so try using that search term.
A tip I have heard is to get a larger frame than normal so that the seat post is less likely to bend/crack.
Thanks!
Check weight ratings. They will safely handle it on average road conditions. Trouble starts when you go off-road like downhill mountain biking.
I know an ex Olympic sprint rider (I'm not really sure what they're called. I'm not a bicycle.) He is about 120kg of solid muscle, about 6'2. He is on a carbon fibre bike so I am sure these things can accommodate an extra 10kg.
If you're still nervous, get a metal frame bike. It will bend before it snaps.
I've got a cheap Reid Condor flat bar. I'm 6'4" and 120kg, it's lasted 6 years so far. No bends or cracks yet.
How much was it 6 years ago?
$299 I think
I believe giant bikes are rated to approx 136kg
As long as it isnt one of those cheapies with plastic pedals you should be fine
Just get a mountain bike off gumtree or ebay
Bikes are one of the things that are given away or sold cheap. After you know your brands, getting something $100 - $200 and almost new is possible. Try to avoid the department store brands. Your tyres need to be inflated well, so a good pump can help. I'm 100kgs + and have to always make sure the tyres are at max before riding. Floor pumps with a gauge and more psi are helpful for this. The bike you have chosen recommends the Large to XL size for six feet of height.
+1 for high tyre pressure for heavy weights. Also check braking capacity, I seem to wear out the cheap disc type brakes really quickly - not sure if its just a cheap/poor quality brake/bike I have but I am sure my weight has allot to do with it.
You'll also need some heavy duty wheels. If you buy a decent bike ($2000+) often the wheels are only rated to about 110kg. More expensive wheels can be even less again. I've even used a pair of wheels that the manufacturer didn't recommend people over 89kg use.
As a general rule (and yes they are exceptions), the cheaper the wheel, the more weight it will hold.
I am similar size and ride a normal road bike just fine. Maybe the tyres lose air a little faster than otherwise. Just get any old second hand bike as long as it is tall enough for you
What brand/model do u have?
The brand is Specialized, not sure on the model but I can take a pic later if you like. I think I paid $300 second hand
You're going to have issues with your weight. Each manufacturer have their own weight levels.
Best bet will be to habe a read up, generally for entry level you are looking at min $800