It got this model on sale through . I had researched over a dozen different makes and models. My first concern was the weight they would handle, because Im well over 200lbs. When we got it, of course it needed assembly, which was pretty quick, but we wanted it to be perfect, so we took about 12 hours total to check everything on the bike, from pedals, brakes, shifting, handle bars, and ride.
It worked right the very first time. Im 62, so my core was really out of shape and since Id had medical problems in the past, I rode around on the grass in the back yard.What a work out! Much better an any stationary bike, and Ive owned two! Ive ridden it, now that I can go a bit further than a mile, downtown on the side streets, up and down hills, and steadily making progress in strength, balance, endurance (more lung expansion), and enjoyment.
Definitely recommend this bike, surprisingly. Id always heard foreign bikes were better made, stronger, etc. This one does weigh a bit, but on the road.not even noticeable. If you are in it for exercise, the weight of the bike is minor.and it appears to have a very strong steel frame. The front forks have a nice shock absorber like motorcycles do, and thats nice keeping the bump jarring to a minimum.
This is the first bike I have bought for myself since 1986. My previous bike disappeared about 15 years ago and I have been without one since. Ive gotten ly and out of shape during the COVID era and decided I needed to do something to get active again before its too late. I looked at a lot of bikes on trying to decide what to get, but this one managed to rise to the top based on features and price. Im not going to be racing offroad or anything. I just wanted a basic bike suitable for riding around the neighborhood with perhaps the occasional excursion down a dirt road or path.
The features that attracted me were the aluminum frame with lighter claimed weight than most of the competition in this category, disk brakes front and rear, and front suspension. I would have liked both front and rear suspension, but they tend to get heavier in that category. I also figured the name has been around for a long time, so that might be worth something. (Though it seems like most reputable brands of our youth have become just marketing tools for the same offshore goods as every other brand)
The box arrived in good condition within 4 days after I placed the order, including a weekend. There were few dings and scrapes on the outside, but nothing that appeared to penetrate to the bike itself. Unboxing was super easy: Opened the top flap and lifted the whole thing out.
Assembly was typical for any bike. Just attach the pedals, handlebars, seat, and front wheel. The pedals took a 15mm box wrench. Most of the rest of the bolts took a 5mm hex key. Some of the adjustments required a Phillips (or JIS) screwdriver. The quick releases on the seat post and front wheel work well and hold securely when properly adjusted. The handlebars were the trickiest part mainly due to having to get all the cables routed properly. It took some fiddling and Im still not 100 sure I have them routed the best way.
At 57 with a 30 inseam, the height of this 27.5 version fits me just about perfect. I can stand over the bar flat footed and I just barely touch it. I wasnt thrilled that yellow was the only color available for this model, but now that its here, I can say I kind of like the color. Certainly, easy to spot in a crowd.
As you would expect with any new bike that you are assembling yourself, there were some adjustments that had to be made. The rear brake did nothing out of the box. Easy enough to fix by taking some slack out of the cable. The front brake kind of worked, but also needed to take out a little slack. The front caliper was not centered on the disk and pulled it sideways when applied. Even though this is my first bike with disk brakes, it didnt take long to figure out how to adjust it even without looking at the manual. I moved the brake levers around a little for comfort. The front and rear derailers both required some minor adjustment in order to get them to move through all the gear combinations smoothly.
All in all, I doubt it took more than an hour to get it assembled, adjusted, and road tested.
First impressions are that it is a decent bike for the money. There are a couple issues though. One minor, and one that I am debating contacting the manufacturer about. The minor issue is that the seat is crooked. It tilts to the side quite noticeably. (see photo) I tried loosening the adjustment/mounting bolt on the bottom to see if I could twist it straight, but no avail. I dont notice that much while riding (the seat isnt very comfortable no matter what), but it does make the bike look cheap or damaged.
The bigger issue is the forks. They have what seems to me like way more slop than they should have. Maybe its because I am used to motorcycle forks which are pretty tight in comparison, but these have a huge amount of play in them. If I had to make a diagnosis, Id say the bushings are either the wrong size or totally worn out. You can really notice by holding the front brake and rocking the bike forward and back. (see video) The whole fork twists due to the disk applying side torque. On top of that, the fork travel is quite stiff and they dont seem to do much other than make the front end feel looser. I am not impressed. Maybe thats typical of bicycle forks, I dont know. I havent had much experience with modern bike suspension. I dont notice it while riding though.
Others have complained about the manual not being specific to the bike, but honestly, Ive never bought a bike that didnt just have a generic manual. (I havent bought myself many bikes, but I have assembled a LOT of them for others over the years). I didnt actually even read the manual until after I had everything assembled, and it didnt really tell me anything I couldnt figure out on my own. If you are experienced with bicycle maintenance, you wont have any problems.
Overall, it seems like a decent bike for the money. Pretty typical of others I have assembled. I havent ridden more than a few miles yet, but it seemed to ride fine for the short tests around the neighborhood. My only real issue is with the forks. I may try taking them apart to see if there is anything that can be done, or contact the manufacturer to see if its normal.
I also just noticed the price jumped up by about sixty dollars since I ordered mine. Glad I got it when I did. I might have chosen a different one had it been at the new price when I was comparing.
Its a great Bike the only think that I dont like its bike need some adjustment so be ready to spend some more if you decide to no returned I didnt return it just because I really like the bike and just dont wanna through the process and wait for the other one to arrive
The bike seems to be great quality. Assembly was quick and easy. Just attach the pedals, place the front handlebars, put on the front wheel and good to go. Brakes and gears were all installed and work fine. Brakes were perfect after a minor cable adjustment and everything else was perfect. An excellent value for the money. No it is not a 8,000, 1 lb carbon fiber and titanium racing bike but it is perfect for commuting to school. It is relatively light, feels very solid, and all parts work well.
We ordered this for our 13/year/old sons birthday. It arrived on time, and we took it to a local bike shop for assembly. The bike looks great a very solid, quality bike for the price!
I have been using the bike for over a month. I find it very reliable. I use it for road biking. I used to have a 24 speed 29 bike that gave me more speed and was more challenging. When I ordered this one, I was aware of the diminishing. However, this bike is challenging enough for me.
When it arrived, it required some assembling but nothing major. From the beginning and over three weeks the disk rotors (front and back) were rubbing some against the break pad. I assumed that of let alone the accumulation of rubbing would fix the problem itself. This is important because the rubbing creates friction and it holds you back when going up hill. Easy fix. Read the instructions on how to adjust disk brakes and do it. You will figure out easily.
I recommend this bike, especially to the bike enthusiast. Enjoy it.
Im enjoying this bike, I do with Id done a little more research and gone with a 28 hybrid mostly because of how I use the bike, thats no knock on this product.
Unlike many other products that come disassembled or at least only partially assembled, the instructions for this bike are kind of dreadful. You basically parse through the manual and figure it out as you go. If you already know your way around a bike nothing here will be over complicated. The gear shifting is smooth, the ride is nice, I had to do very little tuning out of the box, as others have mentioned be sure to flip the forks around, theyre reversed when shipped so theyll fit in the box.
Im giving this 4 stars not because its a fantastic bike but because its a great value for the . If you spend a lot of time on your bike, if its more than a couple hours a week recreation for you, then Id spend the money on someting more substantial but if you just want a cheep bike for tooling around the neighborhood or riding up tot he park and this is good value for the .
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it is everything that I expected and more
quick light and powerful
Wanted a bike that I could ride that could handle my weight.
It got this model on sale through . I had researched over a dozen different makes and models. My first concern was the weight they would handle, because Im well over 200lbs. When we got it, of course it needed assembly, which was pretty quick, but we wanted it to be perfect, so we took about 12 hours total to check everything on the bike, from pedals, brakes, shifting, handle bars, and ride. It worked right the very first time. Im 62, so my core was really out of shape and since Id had medical problems in the past, I rode around on the grass in the back yard.What a work out! Much better an any stationary bike, and Ive owned two! Ive ridden it, now that I can go a bit further than a mile, downtown on the side streets, up and down hills, and steadily making progress in strength, balance, endurance (more lung expansion), and enjoyment. Definitely recommend this bike, surprisingly. Id always heard foreign bikes were better made, stronger, etc. This one does weigh a bit, but on the road.not even noticeable. If you are in it for exercise, the weight of the bike is minor.and it appears to have a very strong steel frame. The front forks have a nice shock absorber like motorcycles do, and thats nice keeping the bump jarring to a minimum.
A decent bike for the money with a few small issues
This is the first bike I have bought for myself since 1986. My previous bike disappeared about 15 years ago and I have been without one since. Ive gotten ly and out of shape during the COVID era and decided I needed to do something to get active again before its too late. I looked at a lot of bikes on trying to decide what to get, but this one managed to rise to the top based on features and price. Im not going to be racing offroad or anything. I just wanted a basic bike suitable for riding around the neighborhood with perhaps the occasional excursion down a dirt road or path. The features that attracted me were the aluminum frame with lighter claimed weight than most of the competition in this category, disk brakes front and rear, and front suspension. I would have liked both front and rear suspension, but they tend to get heavier in that category. I also figured the name has been around for a long time, so that might be worth something. (Though it seems like most reputable brands of our youth have become just marketing tools for the same offshore goods as every other brand) The box arrived in good condition within 4 days after I placed the order, including a weekend. There were few dings and scrapes on the outside, but nothing that appeared to penetrate to the bike itself. Unboxing was super easy: Opened the top flap and lifted the whole thing out. Assembly was typical for any bike. Just attach the pedals, handlebars, seat, and front wheel. The pedals took a 15mm box wrench. Most of the rest of the bolts took a 5mm hex key. Some of the adjustments required a Phillips (or JIS) screwdriver. The quick releases on the seat post and front wheel work well and hold securely when properly adjusted. The handlebars were the trickiest part mainly due to having to get all the cables routed properly. It took some fiddling and Im still not 100 sure I have them routed the best way. At 57 with a 30 inseam, the height of this 27.5 version fits me just about perfect. I can stand over the bar flat footed and I just barely touch it. I wasnt thrilled that yellow was the only color available for this model, but now that its here, I can say I kind of like the color. Certainly, easy to spot in a crowd. As you would expect with any new bike that you are assembling yourself, there were some adjustments that had to be made. The rear brake did nothing out of the box. Easy enough to fix by taking some slack out of the cable. The front brake kind of worked, but also needed to take out a little slack. The front caliper was not centered on the disk and pulled it sideways when applied. Even though this is my first bike with disk brakes, it didnt take long to figure out how to adjust it even without looking at the manual. I moved the brake levers around a little for comfort. The front and rear derailers both required some minor adjustment in order to get them to move through all the gear combinations smoothly. All in all, I doubt it took more than an hour to get it assembled, adjusted, and road tested. First impressions are that it is a decent bike for the money. There are a couple issues though. One minor, and one that I am debating contacting the manufacturer about. The minor issue is that the seat is crooked. It tilts to the side quite noticeably. (see photo) I tried loosening the adjustment/mounting bolt on the bottom to see if I could twist it straight, but no avail. I dont notice that much while riding (the seat isnt very comfortable no matter what), but it does make the bike look cheap or damaged. The bigger issue is the forks. They have what seems to me like way more slop than they should have. Maybe its because I am used to motorcycle forks which are pretty tight in comparison, but these have a huge amount of play in them. If I had to make a diagnosis, Id say the bushings are either the wrong size or totally worn out. You can really notice by holding the front brake and rocking the bike forward and back. (see video) The whole fork twists due to the disk applying side torque. On top of that, the fork travel is quite stiff and they dont seem to do much other than make the front end feel looser. I am not impressed. Maybe thats typical of bicycle forks, I dont know. I havent had much experience with modern bike suspension. I dont notice it while riding though. Others have complained about the manual not being specific to the bike, but honestly, Ive never bought a bike that didnt just have a generic manual. (I havent bought myself many bikes, but I have assembled a LOT of them for others over the years). I didnt actually even read the manual until after I had everything assembled, and it didnt really tell me anything I couldnt figure out on my own. If you are experienced with bicycle maintenance, you wont have any problems. Overall, it seems like a decent bike for the money. Pretty typical of others I have assembled. I havent ridden more than a few miles yet, but it seemed to ride fine for the short tests around the neighborhood. My only real issue is with the forks. I may try taking them apart to see if there is anything that can be done, or contact the manufacturer to see if its normal. I also just noticed the price jumped up by about sixty dollars since I ordered mine. Glad I got it when I did. I might have chosen a different one had it been at the new price when I was comparing.
Four Stars
Solid bike
Great bike
Its a great Bike the only think that I dont like its bike need some adjustment so be ready to spend some more if you decide to no returned I didnt return it just because I really like the bike and just dont wanna through the process and wait for the other one to arrive
Great bike for the money. 5 Stars for value.
The bike seems to be great quality. Assembly was quick and easy. Just attach the pedals, place the front handlebars, put on the front wheel and good to go. Brakes and gears were all installed and work fine. Brakes were perfect after a minor cable adjustment and everything else was perfect. An excellent value for the money. No it is not a 8,000, 1 lb carbon fiber and titanium racing bike but it is perfect for commuting to school. It is relatively light, feels very solid, and all parts work well.
Great bike!
Great bike all around!
The bike looks great a very solid
We ordered this for our 13/year/old sons birthday. It arrived on time, and we took it to a local bike shop for assembly. The bike looks great a very solid, quality bike for the price!
Good Bike
I have been using the bike for over a month. I find it very reliable. I use it for road biking. I used to have a 24 speed 29 bike that gave me more speed and was more challenging. When I ordered this one, I was aware of the diminishing. However, this bike is challenging enough for me. When it arrived, it required some assembling but nothing major. From the beginning and over three weeks the disk rotors (front and back) were rubbing some against the break pad. I assumed that of let alone the accumulation of rubbing would fix the problem itself. This is important because the rubbing creates friction and it holds you back when going up hill. Easy fix. Read the instructions on how to adjust disk brakes and do it. You will figure out easily. I recommend this bike, especially to the bike enthusiast. Enjoy it.
the ride is nice, I had to do very little tuning out .
Im enjoying this bike, I do with Id done a little more research and gone with a 28 hybrid mostly because of how I use the bike, thats no knock on this product. Unlike many other products that come disassembled or at least only partially assembled, the instructions for this bike are kind of dreadful. You basically parse through the manual and figure it out as you go. If you already know your way around a bike nothing here will be over complicated. The gear shifting is smooth, the ride is nice, I had to do very little tuning out of the box, as others have mentioned be sure to flip the forks around, theyre reversed when shipped so theyll fit in the box. Im giving this 4 stars not because its a fantastic bike but because its a great value for the . If you spend a lot of time on your bike, if its more than a couple hours a week recreation for you, then Id spend the money on someting more substantial but if you just want a cheep bike for tooling around the neighborhood or riding up tot he park and this is good value for the .
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