I picked up a used road bike to try commuting to work about four miles away. I bought used for $100, made in the 80's, gears and the ride aren't real smooth. Tires a little wobbly, etc. I picked up just to see if I would like doing it and if it would work. I've really enjoyed it so far and now thinking about an upgrade.
If I moved up to the $500-$800 range in a used bike, would it significantly improve my ride? What should I look for in a bike? The main issue is the ride home is mostly hill and I'm tired late in the day and it would would be a lot better to have a bike that could make that trip with a little less effort.
How much does the size of frame matter? I'm 6'3 and the frame is 23" and I feel like it might be a little too small. Also, I assume the pedal length is fixed. Are there bikes that have a wider circular motion? I feel like I could have a lot more power if I had a longer range of motion and probably help with my knees (a little sore) also, but I've never noticed any variation on that in bikes.
If I moved up to the $500-$800 range in a used bike, would it significantly improve my ride? What should I look for in a bike? The main issue is the ride home is mostly hill and I'm tired late in the day and it would would be a lot better to have a bike that could make that trip with a little less effort.
How much does the size of frame matter? I'm 6'3 and the frame is 23" and I feel like it might be a little too small. Also, I assume the pedal length is fixed. Are there bikes that have a wider circular motion? I feel like I could have a lot more power if I had a longer range of motion and probably help with my knees (a little sore) also, but I've never noticed any variation on that in bikes.
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