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There are several different alloys of aluminum used to make bike framesA $500 bike is probably made from a higher quality alloy than a cheap $100 bike frameApart from the alloy used, the quality of fabrication will also be better in a more expensive bikeThe components used on the more expensive bike will also be much betterThe better bike will also be available in a variety of frame sizes, important if you are taller or shorter than averageThere is a lot more to bike quality than the description of the metal used to make the frame and the difference in quality between a bike selling for $100 and one that sells for $500 is huge.
This Site Might Help YouRE: Is a $500 Aluminum mountain bike store bike the same as a $100 aluminum mountain bike from Walmart? I don't know, I see a metal is a metalI understand that a bike shop bike has better service and the bike has better components Yet I just feel the frame of a $500 bike store bike and a $100 bike from Walmart using aluminum is the sameIt's like people charging $100 for audio/video.
Customer service is a very important reason to buy a bike shop quality bikeA bike shop will have staff who actually know something about bicyclesThey will make sure the bike is the right size for you fits you comfortablyThey won't mind changing over parts (such as a saddle or a stem) to make the bike has comfortable as possibleThey provide a bike with a decent warranty (on both the frame components) some free bike check-ups from a qualified mechanicThe mechanics don't mind adjusting the bike gears brakes for you, usually free of chargeAnd they have a wealth of knowledge, and don't mind answerering any questions you may haveThese are all very good reasons to not buy a bike at a walmart storeEDIT - The dual suspension on cheap bikes are usually not very good qualityDon't expect to be able to do any real mountain biking with that kind of bikeIt'll also have low quality gears brakesBe prepared to learn how to do basic adjustments maintenance yourself, so it stays roadworthy The metal quality might be similar, but the welding will not be as good as more expensive bikesAnd what's the point in having a good frame if the components are low qualityIt's the components which make the bike function as a bike.
