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So you're in the market for a mountain bike but don't have a ton of cash to spend? Here's a list of our top five mountain bikes for under $1,000 based on build and performance.While it's true this price range is usually characterized as entry-level for mountain bikes, that doesn't mean the bike has to be of poor quality. We've selected 5 bikes that perform above entry-level riding expectations and can be purchased at a great value.1. GT Avalanche 3.0 Hydro - 2013 - $599 You're not going to find all the features of a performance mountain bike packed into this price, but the GT Avalanche rolls …
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Bikes aren't just for exercise, they are quickly becoming the urban commuter's choice of transportation in cities such as Los Angeles, New York and Portland.There are many who still view electric bikes as the “red-headed stepchild” of traditional bikes, but there should be no stigma attached to this two-wheeled mode of transport. Electric bicycles are simply a great way to travel in urban areas, especially for those seeking a "greener" way to commute.There are plenty of reasons that people would want to buy an electric bike, but for most it's for commuting. People from California to New York a …
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When buying a bike, are you paying for quality or brand name?Oftentimes it can be really hard to tell if what you're paying for is legit and bike buyers have a lot of questions regarding this very point.Are all bikes made in China? Are bikes made in the USA really of a better quality? What should I look for in a bike manufacturer and in the listed price? With so many bike brands on the market, how do you know what bike prices are legitimate, where a bike is manufactured, and what that means about the quality of the bike?These are all common questions for bike buyers in today’s consumer market. …
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People shopping online to purchase Surly Bikes have found it increasingly difficult since Surly ceased online sales of complete bikes. Bike Attack, a certified Surly dealer for Los Angeles and surrounding areas, makes it easy to price and compare complete Surly Bikes online.When Surly changed their policies to discontinue online bike sales of their complete bikes, bike shoppers were forced to use the Surly dealer locator to track down their beloved fat bikes. Though, framesets and Surly components can still be purchased online, many who don't want to assemble their own custom bikes must rely o …
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Show Some Love For The Fatties: Surly Fat BikesSurly--the original "go anywhere and over anything" mountain bike.Originally designed for the snow, "Fat Bikes", thanks to their big fat sticky hold on the earth, have increased in popularity for trail riders as well. They may not be the fastest if you're into the racing scene, but they've got grip--and that makes downhill a whole lot of fun on any terrain. Most people associate Surly with "fat bikes", though there are lots of other fat bikes out there these days. Surly remains popular with its new offerings because their bikes work exceedingly we …
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