<p>Anyone knows where I can get a bike that is cheap ($50-200; new or second-hand) but most importantly good. [FYI, I know little about bikes.] I will be using the bike mainly to cycle to school (a short cycling trip of 3-10minutes depending on the location of my class, but a fairly flat road terrain), AND occasionally to travel to downtown (passing by some undulating terrains, need a bike that climbs hills comfortably). Any response appreciated! Thanks loads!</p>
<p>I have two bikes - the first I got about 10 years ago from Recycled Cycles and still works beautifully with some DIY maintenance. I got another bike a few months ago at Performance Bicycle in Redmond, but they have a store near UW on 45th. </p>
<p>You should drop by both (they’re relatively close to campus), ask about any back to school or seasonal sales, and see what type of bike you’re comfortable with! </p>
<p>I don’t really know much about bikes either, so I just told them my budget and asked for some assistance. I’ve had great experiences at both places, but without sales, Recycled Cycles is probably a better fit for your budget. </p>
<p>I bought my helmet at Costco and other gear (lock, lights, kickstand) online and installed them myself.</p>
<p>Recycled Cycles: [Recycled</a> Cycles | Seattle’s Used Bike Shop |](<a href=“http://www.recycledcycles.com/]Recycled”>http://www.recycledcycles.com/)
Performance Bicycle: [Find</a> Bikes, Cycling Clothing, Bike Parts & Bike Shoes Or Your Local Bike Store at Performance.](<a href=“http://www.performancebike.com/]Find”>http://www.performancebike.com/)</p>
<p>I have been considering buying a bike too, and thought I’d share some advice my dad brought up when I asked him to keep an eye out for one online. </p>
<p>He said its a really good idea to find one with fenders over the chain, because it rains so frequently, and without that you’d just have water spraying on your legs all the time. </p>
<p>Good luck finding a bike!</p>
<p>I got my very reliable used road bike from Recycled Cycles for ~$130. Unfortunately, I found out a couple years later that it was stolen (someone left me a note on the seat when I parked it on campus). While that’s not great, it’s not too unexpected with used bikes and I’ve been told that RC will always call the police if there are stickers/registration issues with the serial #. Nevertheless, it is a great, workhorse bike that I got for a really good price and is with me 7 years later.</p>
<p>Also, if you find one that doesn’t have fenders, they’re super cheap to buy and install!</p>