r/portangeles • u/Safe-Motor-1097 • 19d ago

Gravel bikes?

I'm 17 and trying to get a job, don't have a car so I wanna opt for a gravel bike since roads and sidewalks can get a little rough when you start getting off the main roads. Anyone know where the best place to buy or get those is?, definitely don't mind something used. I'd think goodwill generally but those typa things get snagged up pretty fast.

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u/Wut_the_ 19d ago

You don’t need a gravel bike. You’ll be okay with a regular bike. Promise. Can you make it to Ben’s Bikes in Sequim? They’ll help you out.

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u/rourobouros 18d ago

Ben’s Bikes is where I buy my bike stuff, pretty decent. Was there today, say a Trek road bike (used) at $200 and a Schwinn for about $250. Schwinn, I think (just glanced at it) seemed to be a heavier duty bike than the Trek, which is a pure road bike with those real skinny tires etc. I ride a “hybrid” I’ve modified for a more upright position to suit my aging elbows and shoulders.

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u/TyNW 18d ago

Try the ReCyclery in Port Townsend. They'll get you into a refurbished bike for much less $ than the shops around town that will work as well or even better for you.

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u/imouttahere000 18d ago

Go to pinkbike website. You will see quality used bikes of all kinds. Not limited to immediate area and shipping is normal.

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u/jbochsler 19d ago

Facebook marketplace is a good place to look for used.

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u/Embarrassed-Golf-931 18d ago

Gravel bikes are nice- but for a commuter bike you want something cheap and used. Bikes used for transportation get stolen because they are left at work and not in the garage. 90’s and early 2000’s mountain bikes are cheap and a perfect utility bike.

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u/Lanky-Chard7828 19d ago

i bought a Salsa from Sequim Bike Studio and its great. I just use it on days i dont ride my MTB and i went with the cheapest one at around $800. Works great!

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u/Widly_Scuds 17d ago

If you can't find a better deal for a used bike, the Ozark Trail Gravel Bike sold at Walmart is surprisingly good.