OK. so I am 13 (turning 14) and i want a new bike for my birthday. I have found one that I like, bt i want to get some more suggestions. rules: has to be below $400, large enought for a 14 year ancient boy, and excellent looking. Tank you for your helo!!!
iBert Safe-T Front Mounted Child Bicycle SeatThe iBert safe-T-seat was designed with quality and safety first. The safe-T-seat places the child up front, safely betw… More >>
Mountain Bike Mania (Matt Christopher Sports Classics)Riding a bike is such a rush for Will Matthews. Soon after he joins a mountain biking club, he’s hurtling down hills, pe… More >>
Disclaimer: This site is a paid affiliate of Amazon.com
You want a hard-tail since full suspensions are junk at this fee and unsuitable for most people (heavy and squishy makes riding harder).
The Trek 3700 is the type of thing value looking at. Giant, specialized, kona, and most of the excellent brands have entry level models under your limit, but be prepared to spend most of it. All these brands are equal, so brand isn’t value getting hung up on. As long as you go to a real bike store and not a department store, you’ll end up with a decent bike.
All bikes come in several sizes and one size will be excellent for you. The bike shop can help fit you, but ideally if you stand over the top bar with both feet flat on the ground, you must clear it by 2-4″ to have a excellent fit. You force consider a bike a bit too huge mind you, or you’ll outgrow it by next year.