Hello. I have been surfing these forums for about a week and decided to join today. My name is Jon from Chicago, Illinois, USA, I'm 13 years old, and am interested in starting trials biking. I'm into doing odd/extreme sports like trials unicycling, skiing, scuba diving, parkour, mountain biking, and diaboloing. I have a few questions regarding trials biking. If I'm getting a trials bike, I was wondering if they'd be fine for commuting or just taking it when I go with friends. So, my real question is what is the most affordable trials bike, it doesn't have to be the strongest, that would work as a bike I oculd just ride around and can handle intermediate level trials. Money is a large issue for me and need the cheapest but strongest solution possible. I'm guessing a bike with 26" tires would be most suitable for commuting, along with a seat of low height? Also, I understand trials riding is not easy in any condition, but how long do you believe it would take before I can ride at an intermediate level? Thanks for your help. -Jon