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Hey!
I'm looking to do street trials and getting my first bike.
My inclination right now is to get an Inspired bike. From the reading I have done I think starting with 24'' would be best (so no Inspired Hex) and I don't have BMX experience (more on that below) which seems to be the biggest reason to go for the Arcade.
So I'm thinking about getting the Fourplay model. Is this a good starting bike?
And when it comes to the Fourplay which model should I get? Is the Team version worth it over the Pro version for a beginner? Also the 2020 version can be bought 100€ cheaper than the 2021 version on some websites, is it better to get that or are the 2021 upgrades worth the difference? Money's not a huge issue and I'd rather buy once and cry once than be upgrading stuff in 1 or 2 years.
I will leave some information below that I see people asking for in other topics. If you have any other questions feel free to ask or if you think I'm better off starting with a different bike let me know.
Height - about 180cm / 5'11ft tall
Riding experience - Never did MTB or BMX. I used to have a crappy bike from toys r us when I was 14 or something and send hard. The frame broke when I decided it would be a good idea to jump down 8 stairs to flat. Haven't been on a bike in 10+ years since then.
Appreciate all the help!
Trials Newbie. Inspired Fourplay a good starting bike?
in Beginners Trials Chat
Posted · Edited by marioribeiro
Thank you for the response.
I don't want to be the guy who comes here asking for advice and then doesn't listen but here's my perspective.
I have read the other topic before and considered a second hand bike. But then I figured that over time I would probably just be spending more money if I get a 500€ or something bike now and then end up buying a 2000€ bike in a year or two. As opposed to just going for the more expensive option now.
Moto trials caught my eye when I was a kid and I have been interested in Trials since. Over time that interest shifted more into street trials.
The stars just never aligned for me. I was either committed to other sports/hobbies or I had no money or time or both.
Finally in a place in my life where I have both the money and the time. Work from home and plan on riding at least 2 hours every day. I'm almost certain that I will commit to it and not just test it out and give up after 3 months.
That's why I felt like getting a bike thinking long term would be a better option but I might be underestimating how much damage I will do to the bike in the early stages, etc.