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While some people looking to purchase a new bike will check out the Forbes 2013 buyer guide first, they should know that it doesn't list many great bikes that are definitely worth checking out. Though it highlights big name brands such as Cannondale that have massive amounts of funds to spend on marketing, there are other brands like Bianchi, KHS, Intense, Norco and Litespeed that are leaps and bounds ahead of the rest in terms of quality, trends, and technology. Below we have listed some of the great things about Bianchi, Litespeed and Intense bikes that you might otherwise been unaware of.Wh …
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The 2014 Intense Tracer T275 Carbon is the latest release by Intense Cycles. This 160mm, 27.5' inch wheel carbon bicycle is somewhat of an update on the previous version, the 27.5 inch Tracer Alloy, but it is also more than that.Are you a fan of Intense? We'd love to hear what your thoughts on the brand are in the comment section below.The T275 Parts Intense Cycles is known for producing non assembled, complete bikes, that is just the frames and the kits. This means the independent bike shop does the assembly and the fine tuning. Consequently, this also means that each bike shop can use their …
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The Intense Carbine 275 - A Solid 650B for the Down HillIntense Cycles is always a favorite around BikeAttack. Why? Probably because Jeff Steber the designer, engineer and owner of Intense Cycles is more than just a great designer — he's a rider. True, designers can build great bikes, but designers who love to hit the trails design bikes that riders love. What we like about Jeff is that he's real and so is his brand: Intense Cycles, based in California.The Bike Attack Team has had the opportunity to "field test" many of the Intense mountain bikes, but one that we've really liked is the Carbine …
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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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How to Choose the Right Bike for You Bike Attack answers the question of which bicycle is right for you.When trying to decide on the best type of bike, consider these questions:- What would you like to do with your new bike? - What do your friends ride? - What bike have you had in the past that you liked and why? - What bike have you had in the past that you disliked and why? - How much money are you comfortable spending for a new bicycle? Examining The Questions: If you are buying a bike to ride with a group of friends—buy something similar to what they ride. If you enjoyed a three …
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