The real difference between a cheap bike and an expensive one
For $150, this Genesis department store bike has full-suspension and disc brakes to make it look very similar to much pricier rides. But there are key differences. (Walmart/)At first glance, it can be tough to tell why some bikes will set you back just $150 while others cost as much as a nice used car. Riding them will often make the differences more obvious, especially if you put any serious miles on them or try to traverse any tricky terrain. But, even without planting your feet on the pedals and your butt on the saddle, here are some key differences to consider when trying to decide how much you really need to spend. Knowledge goes a long wayJust because a bike is cheap, doesn’t necessarily mean that it’s bad or that you can’t have a good time riding it. A lot of it has to do with how the bike is...