I stumbled onto this online bicycle place offering deeply discounted bikes. Normally I wouldn't go such a route, but it's mighty tempting. I don't really need a new bicycle, but if I'm going to keep riding as much as I have been lately, I'm not sure my old dumpster finds are going to suffice. So... I'm just going to post this here and ponder the possibilities.
I limited my search to the Hybrid & Comfort Bike category, because that's what I am interested in. I don't need a road bike or a mountain bike, but something in the middle. There were three in particular on this site that struck my fancy:
1. The Polygon Path i8 Disc - Carbon Belt Drive City Commuter Bike
I've never even heard of a belt-drive bike before, but I really like the looks of this one. I also like the internal-geared hub. Eight speeds is more than enough for me, and I would rather not mess with a derailleur if I don't have to. I am a big fan of simple and maintenance free. Plus I hear disc brakes are pretty nice. $110 for a nearly-$1300 bike is hard to pass up.
I like this one too. It has way more gears than I need, but it has a nice look and seems to perhaps be the best deal of the bunch. I am a little leery of the lean (lower handlebar) and the seat on both these bikes, but that seems to be the way most of them are. This one's priced the same as the above.
At first glance this is the bike I thought I should get. It sits more upright, has the front suspension, and fits what I am looking for. Again, it has more gears than I need, but I like the higher handebar. However, even though it's only $99, it was only a $650 bike to begin with. So... I don't know.
I doubt a new bike will be in my future anytime soon, but if I were to make the investment, I'm thinking this might be a good place to look. So, who knows.
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