Which mountain bike should I get?

Question

from the selection here: http://www.sportchek.ca/sportchek/do/menu?menuId=231&sortBy=price&order=asc

price around the 200 range.

Answer 1

i would rather get a used bike from a much better brand like giant or fuji. but from the selection you sent, the diamond back is the best one

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Answer 2

I'd agree with most of the above comments and spend more or shop harder for quality.

Less than $200 bikes are good garage wall decoration.  But dunno that you want or need more.

Compare your website with the descriptions found here;

Bicycling & Mountain Bike reviews  

http://www.bicycling.com/gear/channel/0,...

More expensive, durable, reliable components that will holdup to the abuse of off road riding.  Frames that are better built and designed worth keeping, repairing, and upgrading.

Limited, light, short term use, a temporary toy?  than go cheap.

Answer 3

I had the same kind of range..but everyone I talked to online and in the shops said I would have to spend atleast 380-400 dollars to get a bike that would not fall apart...so I went used and got a decent bike for 250----

Answer 4

get a dirtbike

Answer 5

For 200 dollar it's not a proper mountain bike. dont bother, save up and buy a good one

Answer 6

The McKinley is a tank but the rear end is ok,just the rear shock bites a bit,as well the front fork is a nightmare.

The Nakamura phenom is a better choice with a better front fork and an aluminum frame.

I do not think either are good bikes at all,but at least the Nakamura can be for affordably upgraded.

I hope my mere opinion can be of help to you in some way.