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I want to get a really good brand. For example, Jamis, Trek, etc. It seems that they only sell their 2010 models on their websites. It doesnt really show how to get the older versions.
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The easiest way is to go into the used market. Classifieds, eBay, Craigslist, etc. Even try posting a "wanted" ad.
You could try to see if the local bike shop has any back inventory; they usually keep a lot of older stuff in the back, can't sell it back to the company. The LBS would give you the best deal: unridden, expertly set up, hella cheap.
What's wrong with a 2010 bike?
Craigslist
You will have to find older used bikes on ebay or Craig's list.
i do not know
I think this one
Kent Trail Machine Men's Dual Suspension Mountain Bike
Product Features
Mountain bike with all aluminum slingshot frame
Equipped with both front and rear suspension for a smooth ride
Features 21-speed Shimano gearing
Alloy quick release seat pin for fit adjustments
All alloy V brakes, rims, and A stem head
craigslist is usually FULL of old and not so old mt bikes
there is much less demand than road bikes, you should be able to get a 2 year old one for 65% off list at least
be sure to get the right size
jamis trek etc
a. do not sell old models if they are sold out, which is their intent
b. do not sell to the public directly anyway
you have to call stores and find out what they have left over
or ebay
sometimes a company will sell one person or business hundreds of last year bikes and they will try to sell on ebay
fuji was apparently doing this for a while
have to assemble yourself though
wle
Companies like Trek don't sell bikes on their websites. The selling is done at their dealers. If you want to buy an older model you will have to go to local dealers who sell that brand to see if they have anything left over. The manufacturers don't keep stocks of old models if they can help it, they sell them off to dealers at reduced prices. The company websites are for showing the latest models