Hi
Complete newbie here haven't ridden since my mid teens now 26 so 10+ years. Decided I should get out more and generally get fitter. So I bought a POS cheap bike (zoom front forks) from a large store here in the UK. I have been out on it a few times now and have really enjoyed getting out and about.
I am having trouble deciding where to go from here. Do I upgrade by buying a new complete bike from an online store/LBS or do I build one myself as I am reasonably mechanically minded. Money wouldn't be too much of an issue if I could spread it over a few months a few parts at a time or save for the next couple and buy a complete bike.
So I guess my question is, what would you guys suggest? Build a new bike while I get fitter (not dying) on the death bike or buy a complete bike which would probably be achievable sooner?
Thanks
Rich
Complete newbie here haven't ridden since my mid teens now 26 so 10+ years. Decided I should get out more and generally get fitter. So I bought a POS cheap bike (zoom front forks) from a large store here in the UK. I have been out on it a few times now and have really enjoyed getting out and about.
I am having trouble deciding where to go from here. Do I upgrade by buying a new complete bike from an online store/LBS or do I build one myself as I am reasonably mechanically minded. Money wouldn't be too much of an issue if I could spread it over a few months a few parts at a time or save for the next couple and buy a complete bike.
So I guess my question is, what would you guys suggest? Build a new bike while I get fitter (not dying) on the death bike or buy a complete bike which would probably be achievable sooner?
Thanks
Rich