As an experienced bike shop owner once told us – everyone rides a used bike!
Steve and Kristin discuss what to look for (or look out for) when purchasing a pre-owned road or mountain bike, with a special focus on the things that are most expensive to replace, and how to know how much is “too much” to repair a used bicycle. Kristin even surprises Steve with a few real marketplace listings for evaluation and explanation.
Also in this episode… Kristin also shares how a podcast from the Women’s MTB Network on bike fit for women has swayed her on the need for women’s specific saddles, they discuss why you should replace your helmet ever 3 to 5 years, Steve explains Shimano Cues and Microshift components, and they share news about the 5th year of the Shop’s summer MTB ride series for women.
How to listen or watch
- Listen on Buzzsprout (with Transcript)
- Watch on YouTube
- Watch or Listen on Apple
- Watch of Listen on Spotify
Related links:
- Women’s MTB Network – Podcast
- Women’s MTB Network Podcast – Episode: Why Mountain Bikers are Always Hurt
- Cycling Weekly – How often should you replace your cycling helmet?
- Shimano – Everything you need to know about SHIMANO CUES
- Microshift
- STBG Women’s Ride Series