August 16th, 2009 
admin Top Mountain Bike Buys
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Mirrycle MTB Bar End Mountain Bicycle Mirror List Price: $18.00 Sale Price: $9.70  |
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The Mountain Bicycle Mirror from Mirrycle provides a wide view of the cars behind you, so that you don't have to turn your head as you bike. Designed to fit mountain bike style handlebars, the three-inch round mirror mounts on your handlebar's bar end in minutes with the included wrench... |
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Avenir Nylon Bicycle Cover (Mountain Bike) List Price: $24.99 Sale Price: $20.99 |
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Protect your ride from the elements with this form fitting nylon bike cover! |
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Planet Bike Beamer 3 LED Bicycle Light with Quick Cam Bracket Mount List Price: $24.99 Sale Price: $19.99 Used From: $24.99 |
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Whether you're a 24-hour racer or a super commuter, the Planet Bike Beamer 3 bicycle light will keep your path well lit. The Beamer 3 is equipped with three white Nichia eXtreme v2.0 LEDs, which not only illuminate your way after the sun has gone down, but also make you visible to passing cars or pedestrians... |
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Diamondback Response Sport Mountain Bike (2011 Model, 26-Inch Wheels) |
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Compared to a full-suspension mountain bike, a hardtail is better suited to several situations, such as riding to class, dirt jumping, riding on smoother trails, or just cruising around the neighborhood... |
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Mongoose Status 3.0 Dual-Suspension Mountain Bike (26-Inch Wheels) List Price: $369.99 Sale Price: $300.00 |
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The Mongoose Status 3.0 26-inch dual-suspension mountain bike is equipped with everything you need for trail riding. The bike features a full suspension frame that maximizes comfort and performance, along with an SR suspension fork designed to smooth bumps and increase control... |
Holzinger Lodge Trails
Mountain Bike Kit
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Republik Caldera Long Sleeve Mountain Bike Jersey List Price: $40.00 |
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The Caldera long sleeved jersey is designed for trail riding in mind. It features a generous but not flappy fit and drop tail. For all round general riding and free riding. Breathability is also impressive in part due to the sweat wicking polyester of both jerseys structure but also due to the mesh side panels which really do help cool you down when riding. |
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Adrenaline Promotions Men's Speed Racer Long Sleeve Mountain Bike Jersey |
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Speed Racer Mountain Long Sleeve Bike Cycling Jerseys From Adrenaline Promotions. Adrenaline Promotions Is An Official Licensee Of Speed Racer Cycling Jerseys. Our Mountain Bike Jerseys Feature Sublimated Graphics And Logos... |
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Canari Cyclewear Men's Mountain Trail Baggy Padded Cycling Short List Price: $40.00 |
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Ride for miles in comfort with Canari's Mountain Trail baggy shorts. The loose outershort is made using a soft, yet tough nylon talsan fabric that resists abrasion and fading. An 10-inch inseam offers just above the knee coverage... |
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Pearl Izumi Men's Canyon Short List Price: $65.00 |
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Updated with a new design, the Pearl Izumi Canyon short for men is built with lightweight stretch fabric for excellent freedom of movement and it includes a zippered pocket for secure storage. It's constructed of Pearl Izumi's Transfer Stretch fabric, which pulls moisture away from the skin and provides lasting comfort even at the highest exertion levels... |
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Fox Head Men's Demo Short List Price: $0.00 |
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Ready to attack a downhill trail or some gnar through the forest? The Demo gives you some extra protection for the harder rides. It's laser perforated for great breathability. |
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Oakley Men's Factory Bike Glove List Price: $25.00 |
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For the bike purist who perfers absolute dexterity to armor-clad protection, this is our lighest and most breathable glove. Spandura and Airprene maximize flexibility in a design that offers the fit of 3-D anatomical construction... |
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Pearl iZUMi Men's Quest Cycling Short List Price: $50.00 |
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A perennial cycling favorite, the highly popular Quest Cycling Short delivers value, fit, durability and a plush, four-way stretch Tour 3D chamois for a comfortable ride. The Quest features a six-panel anatomic design, silicone leg grippers, reflective elements for low-light visibility, and soft Select Transfer fabric with UPF 50+ sun protection and superior moisture-wicking properties to keep you cool and dry... |
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GORE BIKE WEAR Men's Alp-X Pants List Price: $0.00 |
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Lightweight: Waterproof, windproof and breathable rain pants that takes up minimal room in your backpack. Back zipped stow pocket for valuables. |
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Giro DJ Mountain Biking Gloves List Price: $34.00 |
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Light, comfortable and tough enough to be legit. The DJ is a team-driven evolution of the Xen glove, built for a supple feel with enough durability for all-day sessions and all-mountain riding. The Super Fit engineered Clarino palm is tailored to minimize bulk for enhanced bar feel and control, and matched with a breathable upper that pops with color... |
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GORE BIKE WEAR Women's Alp-X Gt Lady Shorts List Price: $0.00 |
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Lightweight: Waterproof, slim fit rain shorts. Keep your thighs and seat insert dry and warm while your legs are free to ride on. Perfect piece for multiple day trips. GORE-TEX stretch inserts on seat and upper thighs for maximum comfort... |
With the Quad Bike market now starting to show signs of overtaking the motorcycle market just on growth year on year, there will inevitably be more and more Quad Bikes for sale as time goes on.
What we have prepared below is some basic guidelines for the buyer and hope that this makes enough logical sense that it gives you some idea on what to look for and how to find it.
Pre-Owned Quads & ATV's
Even though someone advertises their Quad Bike or ATV as "GOOD CONDITION," it is always a good move to make sure it is "AS DESCRIBED" before you part with your cash. Most advertised machines are usually out of area, so if you decided to buy it based on pictures and description then you should need to be sure your happy with the seller.
Over the last few years there has been an increase in the sales of NEW & USED Quad Bikes, far greater than Motorcycles, so it is always good practice to make sure you either see the goods before you part with your money, or that you have an independent holding facility retain the funds until the vehicle has been viewed if it is being delivered by courier.
Pre-Owned or Pre-Loved?
There is a massive difference between these two statements, and one of them does get used out of context all too often. The one thing you should always consider is a Quad Bike or ATV will be used for one of three reasons:
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Work Horse -
That has got to be one of the best ways of describing the fact that it was purchased for a purpose. No matter whether it is a Farm/Utility Vehicle or for getting round a large estate, both use the same description yet, can be completely different in the way they are used. - Just For Fun - Again, yet another open ended answer that can be completely flattering in one respect, yet the other side of the coin could spell complete abuse. It may have been a fun machine for one person, or the whole of the local town or village, so make sure you define the terminology with the seller.
- Used to get from A to B! - This one is a complete mine field. Was he just commuting backwards and forward to work on the road, or did he work on a Quarry? The reason you ask is that with some of the Chinese imported Quad Bikes, the moving parts are not as reliable as their Japanese blood lines. For example, the shock absorber on a Yamaha would be completely different to a Kinroad and would last probably 10 times longer if used off road.
The trouble is, no matter what it says in the listing when someone is selling a quad bike, it is there for one reason - to sell the bike. Most of the time people can be honest, but then you will always get the ones who wish to try and sell something that isn't anything like what they described in the advert.
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More Great Mountain Bikes
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Mirrycle MTB Bar End Mountain Bicycle Mirror List Price: $18.00 Sale Price: $9.70 |
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The Mountain Bicycle Mirror from Mirrycle provides a wide view of the cars behind you, so that you don't have to turn your head as you bike. Designed to fit mountain bike style handlebars, the three-inch round mirror mounts on your handlebar's bar end in minutes with the included wrench... |
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Avenir Nylon Bicycle Cover (Mountain Bike) List Price: $24.99 Sale Price: $20.99 |
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Protect your ride from the elements with this form fitting nylon bike cover! |
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Planet Bike Beamer 3 LED Bicycle Light with Quick Cam Bracket Mount List Price: $24.99 Sale Price: $19.99 Used From: $24.99 |
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Whether you're a 24-hour racer or a super commuter, the Planet Bike Beamer 3 bicycle light will keep your path well lit. The Beamer 3 is equipped with three white Nichia eXtreme v2.0 LEDs, which not only illuminate your way after the sun has gone down, but also make you visible to passing cars or pedestrians... |
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Diamondback Response Sport Mountain Bike (2011 Model, 26-Inch Wheels) |
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Compared to a full-suspension mountain bike, a hardtail is better suited to several situations, such as riding to class, dirt jumping, riding on smoother trails, or just cruising around the neighborhood... |
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Mongoose Status 3.0 Dual-Suspension Mountain Bike (26-Inch Wheels) List Price: $369.99 Sale Price: $300.00 |
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The Mongoose Status 3.0 26-inch dual-suspension mountain bike is equipped with everything you need for trail riding. The bike features a full suspension frame that maximizes comfort and performance, along with an SR suspension fork designed to smooth bumps and increase control... |
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Topeak Bike Cover (Mountain Bikes) List Price: $49.95 Sale Price: $28.21 |
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Protect your bike from the elements with the Topeak Bike Cover. It quickly folds to a compact size for storage and just as quickly unfolds to offer weather-resistant protection for your mountain bike. Specifications: Material: 190T nylon Dimensions: 70 by 24... |
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Topeak Pocket Rocket Master Blaster Bike Pump List Price: $21.95 Sale Price: $14.00 |
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The Pocket Rocket Master Blaster from Topeak is a lightweight mini pump designed for road use, with an efficient design that pumps to 160 psi. Weighing in at just 4.05 ounces, the Pocket Rocket features alloy barrel construction with a soft Kraton head and plastic handle for a secure grip as you pump... |
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Giro Indicator Sport Bike Helmet List Price: $39.99 |
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The Giro Indicator's confident style and superior ventilation are coupled with a modern design that complements every type of rider. As a result, the Indicator helmet is the perfect choice for riding downtown, up a technical climb, and everything in between... |
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WTB Velociraptor Cross Country Mountain Bike Tire List Price: $0.00 |
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A true classic mountain bike tire. Works well in all conditions. Designed to handle a variety of dirt conditions, this tire boasts large, directional treads that dig deep to provide you with exceptional climbing and cornering traction Front tire gives you precise steering control and soil clearance Rear tire climbs and brakes with powerful vengeance Lightweight casing rolls fast, tearing through anything in its path Sold each - specify front or rear Size: 26 x 2... |
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Allen Deluxe 3-Bike Hitch Mount Rack (1.25 or 2-Inch Receiver) List Price: $149.99 Sale Price: $69.97 |
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Carry your bicycles as securely as possible and avoid the hassles of piled bikes or high threshold rooftop mounts, with the Allen Deluxe 3-Bike Hitch Mount Rack. Fitting vehicles with a 1.25 or 2-inch trailer hitch, the Allen Deluxe Hitch Mount Rack is both easy to operate and super secure for your bikes... |
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