Schwinn Midmoor Men's Hybrid Bike (700c Wheels) Review

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(More customer reviews)I've ridden this bike for 4-5 months, a few miles a day. It's a nice (fast!) commute bike, best for roads (but it's fun to drift around on dirt), and it has good, quality parts. I haven't yet gotten the derailleur set correctly, but for the most part I don't care and I'm too busy. It hit the good-enough point and I'm content.
Coming off of a cheap WalMart mountain bike, this thing is heaven. If anybody's looking for a step up from a basic ride-it-sometimes bike, this one is nice. If you're still only going to ride it sometimes, then why bother?
It's a little heavy to be called a road bike, which is probably why it's not, and I'm still wondering why exactly there needs to be a suspension (which must have added a fair share of useless weight). Also, the handlebar isn't as adjustable as most would like, and if you're 6' tall and one of those people who likes their legs to be fully extended when pedaling, it might not be possible on this bike.

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The Schwinn Midmoor 26-in men\'s comfort bicycle is crafted around an aluminum hybrid frame with a suspension fork and a suspension seat post for a comfortable ride. It features front and rear Promax alloy linear pull brakes and 21 speeds with Shimano components.

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Men’s Forge Vero LS Comfort and Path Bike - 19" Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought the Vero LS about 16 months ago through Target. Components are above average for a $200 +/- bike. Frame is made by Giant.
I had always owned road bikes, but following heart surgery, I wanted a little more comfortable bike. It still has decent road bike characteristics (speed/handling)while slightly wider tires allow easier negotiations of rougher roads and paths.
For its price range, I have been well pleased

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The Vero LS integrates quality and technology seamlessly for the smoothest ride. The all-aluminum frame is light and strong providing speed and durability when needed. SRAM drivetrain with a KMC Chain, Spinner InSync suspension fork, 14G stainless steel spokes and seat post suspension ensures a smooth ride. Designed for riders looking to get back into biking either for fitness or fun or both. The Vero LS is perfect for the street and light paths. 19" frame stands over 30.8H" fits most riders 5’8" to 6’1". Note: Frame size is determined by measuring the distance from the center of the bottom bracket (the bolt that locks in the crank) to the top of the seat tube. Stand-over height is determined by measuring the distance from the ground to the top tube. A bike that you ride only on paved surfaces and never take off road should give you a minimum stand-over height clearance of 2", a bike that you ride on unpaved surfaces should give you a minimum of 3" of stand-over height clearance and a bike that you ride off road should give you a minimum of 4" of stand-over height clearance.

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Schwinn Mesa GS Adult Mountain Bike Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought this for my son for Christmas and it seems very solid. It wasn't too hard to put together, but the handlebar assembly was backwards and had to be redone. This bike had good reviews on some mountain bike review sites and it looks like it is a very solid bike, especially for the price range. It is not top of the line, but you are paying a bargain price for mid-level components on a decent aluminum frame.

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Outfitted with a Schwinn N-Litened Gold Label TIG welded aluminum frame with off-road, ride-tuned geometry, the Schwinn Mesa GS adult mountain bike is versatile enough for both dirt and street riding. The bike is set up with such features as an Answer/Manitou six-coil sprung travel fork with mini boots, a TruVative X-Flow 42/32/22 chain rings crankset, eight-speed Shimano EZ-Fire shifters, an SR/Suntour XCC-202 front derailleur and a Shimano Deore rear derailleur, Shimano EF-29 brake levers with Tektro linear pull brakes, and a Schwinn WTB Speed V sport saddle. The components combine to deliver a smooth, responsive riding experience and sure stopping power in a pinch. Schwinn also added a pair of water bottle mounts to keep you hydrated.
Specifications:
Size(s): S (15") M (17") L (19") XL (21")
Frame: NLitened Gold Label Custom Drawn Aluminum alloy Off-Road Ride-Tuned geometry, Zero Stack head tube, 3x gussets, sloping top tube, wishbone Epicenter seat stays, replaceable der. hanger, disc brake mount, rack and WB fittings.
Fork: Rockshox J1, Aluminum lowers, Coil / MCU spring, pre-load adjust, and mini-boots, 100mm travel
Crankset: TruVativ X-Flow alloy arms, 42-32-22 Cr-Mo rings
Bottom Bracket: TruVativ sealed cartridge square taper 68 x 113 w/ chainline stabilizer
Pedals: ATB Resin body, Boron steel axle, Steel cage. Toe-clip adaptable.
Front Derailleur: SRAM 3.0 31.8 top pull
Rear Derailleur: SRAM SX-5
Shifters: SRAM SX-4 dual trigger control
Freewheel: SRAM Power Glide 8-speed cassette 11-32
Chain: Shimano CN-IG51
Rims: Jalco double wall alloy w/ CNC "SSD" sidewalls to improve wet braking, 32H
Tires: WTB 26" x 2.1" Velociraptor Front and Rear specific tread pattern.
Front Hub: JY Alloy Weather Sealed w/ alloy QR
Rear Hub: JY Alloy Weather Sealed Cassette 8-speed QR, 32H
Spokes: Stainless steel 14 gauge
Front Brake: Tektro Linear Pull w/ 64mm MC pads and linear springs
Rear Brake: Tektro Linear Pull w/ 64mm MC pads and linear springs
Brake Levers: Tektro all-alloy w/ forged lever and reach adjustment
Handlebar: Schwinn 6061 T6. 32 mm Rise, 5 degree bend, 620 mm wide
Stem: Schwinn Ride Tuned alloy threadless,10 degree rise with forged 4-bolt front load cap.
Grips: Schwinn double density Kraton / Gel
Headset: FPD Threadless semi-integrated Aheadset 1 1/8"
Saddle: WTB Speed V Sport w/ Comfort Zone
Seat Post: Forged Alloy Ride Tuned, micro adjust 26.8 x 350
Seat Clamp: Alloy Low-Profile QR w/ forged clamp

About Schwinn Founded in 1895, Schwinn is an American icon that has been synonymous with quality and innovation. They have built some of the best-known and best loved bikes of numerous generations--Aerocycle, Paramount, Phantom, Varsity, Sting-Ray, Krate and Homegrown. Today, Schwinn continues to be a leader in the industry with innovative bikes such as the new Sting-Ray, Rocket mountain bikes, and Fastback road bikes. With a continued dedication to quality, forever synonymous with the Schwinn name, America's most famous bicycle brand looks forward to providing another century of innovation, freedom and performance to people of all ages.
Assembly of the Bike: This bike comes mostly assembled. Minor assembly is required before the bike can be used.
Amazon.com Bicycle Buying Guide Finding the Right Bike To really enjoy cycling, it's important to find a bicycle that works for you. Here are some things to keep in mind when you're in the market for a new bike:
The Right Ride In general, bikes are broken down into three major categories:
Road and Racing Bikes--As a general rule, road and racing are built for speed and longer distances on paved surfaces. Thinner tires, lightweight 29-inch (700c) wheels, and drop bars that allow for a more aerodynamic position are the norm. Most road bikes, regardless of price, offer many gears for tackling both hilly and flat terrain.
Mountain Bikes--With their larger tires, hill-friendly gearing, and upright position, mountain bikes are very popular for all types of riding, both on pavement and off. Mountain bikes that are designed specifically for rugged trail use typically feature a suspension fork. Some may have rear suspension, as well. A quick change of the tires on any mountain bike--even one that you use regularly on trails--adds to its versatility and makes it a worthy street machine.
Comfort/Cruiser Bikes--For tooling around on bike paths, light trails, or for cruising a quiet beach-side lane, comfort/cruiser bikes are the ticket. With a super-relaxed riding position, padded seats, and limited or no gearing, these bikes are made for enjoying the scenery and having fun with the family.

The Right Price A bike's price boils down to three essentials: frame materials, bike weight, and component quality and durability.
Entry-level--You'll find a wide range of comfort and cruiser bikes in this category, as well as some lower-end mountain bikes and road bikes. Most will have steel frames and components that are designed to last for several years with frequent use.
Mid-range--Bikes in this range may feature a lighter aluminum frame with mid-range components that keep performing after miles of use. If you're looking for a quality bike that is relatively lightweight and will stand up to abuse, this is the "sweet spot." Most serious commuter and touring bikes fall into this category, as do mid-range mountain bikes with a decent front suspension.
High-end--Racers and serious enthusiasts who expect lightweight, high-performance components will want to stick to this category. For road bikes, exotic frame materials (carbon fiber, titanium) and ultralightweight components can add thousands to the price tag. Mountain bikes in this class often feature advanced front and rear suspension technology, as well as components designed to handle lots of rugged trail action.

The Right Size Fit is crucial for comfort, control, and proper power and endurance on a bike. Here are some basic bike fit tips:
Stand-over Height--To find out if a bike's overall height fits your body, measure your inseam. Next, determine how much clearance you'll need between your crotch and the top tube of the bike. For a mountain bike, you'll want three to five inches of clearance. A road bike should offer between one and two inches of clearance, while a commuter bike should have two to four inches. Compare the stand-over height for a given bike to your measurements (inseam + clearance) to determine the right bike height.
Top Tube Length--You can measure your torso to get a good estimate of proper top tube length. First, make a fist and extend your arm. Measure from the center of your fist to the end of your collarbone (the part that intersects your shoulder). Next, measure your torso by placing a book against your crotch with the spine facing up. Measure from the spine to the bottom of your throat (the spot between your collarbones). Finally, add the two measurements (arm length + torso length), divide the number in half, and subtract six inches. This is your approximate top tube length. Compare this number to a bike's posted top tube length. You can allow for about two inches longer or shorter, as most bikes can be adjusted via stem length/height and saddle fore/aft position to make fine adjustments to the fit.
Bikes for Women--Proportionally, women tend to have a shorter torso and longer legs than men. Bike makers design women's bikes that offer a shorter top tube and many comfort/cruiser bikes built for women may also provide more stand-over clearance.

The Right Accessories When you make a bike purchase, don't forget these crucial add-ons:
Helmet (this is a must!)
Seat pack
Lock
Hydration pack, or water bottle and bottle cage
Spare tubes
Portable bike pump
Gloves

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Schwinn Discovery Women's Hybrid Bike (700C Wheels) Review

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(More customer reviews)I just finished assembling the bike. I love it! I have been looking for a comfy crusier style bike but versitale enough to go from trails to off roading. I biked 1/2 way up my super steep hill with no problem. The set up wasn't too hard. I have never worked on a bike before and with a few tools I was able to but on the front tire, pedals and handle bars. The seat is very comfortable. It was hard to decide on a bike online, but this is definately the right choice.

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Outfitted with a ladies aluminum city frame with an upright riding position, an SR Suntour suspension fork to absorb shock, and a padded saddle with a suspension seat post, the Schwinn Discovery women's comfort bike is ideal for commuting to work or cruising down a leisurely bike path. The bike offers such additional features as 21-speed SRAM grip shifters for fast, easy gear changes, a Shimano TX-31 rear derailleur, an SR Suntour alloy crank, Promax alloy linear pull brakes, a swept-back upright handlebar with an adjustable stem, fenders, and a rear gear carrier.
About Schwinn Founded in 1895, Schwinn is an American icon that's long been synonymous with quality and innovation. The company has built some of the best-known and best-loved bikes of multiple generations, including the Aerocycle, Paramount, Phantom, Varsity, Sting-Ray, Krate, and Homegrown. Today, Schwinn continues to innovate with such releases as the redesigned Sting-Ray, Rocket mountain bikes, and Fastback road bikes. With a continued dedication to quality forever synonymous with the Schwinn name, America's most famous bicycle brand looks forward to providing another century of innovation, freedom, and performance to people of all ages.

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Schwinn Discovery Men's Hybrid Bike (700C Wheels) Review

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(More customer reviews)I was looking for a comfortable bike to use for rides on the street with grand-kids, or running errands locally. This is it! The shocks on the front forks and seat make for a smoother ride. The size of the seat fits my grandpa behind better; and, since I'm 6' 4", the 700C (aka ~29") wheels help there too! Only issue is that the rear fender and luggage rack connections occupy space on the rear hub that contends with the trailer hitch (Schwinn/In-Step). So, I made my own out of andle iron and PVC cap. Has survived two neighborhood trips without noticeable ill effects--if it survives four more, I think I'll make a video "How-To" and send it in.

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Outfitted with an aluminum city frame, an SR Suntour suspension fork to absorb shock, and a padded saddle with a suspension seat post, the Schwinn Discovery men's comfort bike is ideal for commuting to work or cruising down a leisurely bike path. The bike offers such additional features as 21-speed SRAM grip shifters for fast, easy gear changes, a Shimano TX-31 rear derailleur, an SR Suntour alloy crank, Promax alloy linear pull brakes, a swept-back upright handlebar with an adjustable stem, fenders, and a rear gear carrier.
About Schwinn Founded in 1895, Schwinn is an American icon that's long been synonymous with quality and innovation. The company has built some of the best-known and best-loved bikes of multiple generations, including the Aerocycle, Paramount, Phantom, Varsity, Sting-Ray, Krate, and Homegrown. Today, Schwinn continues to innovate with such releases as the redesigned Sting-Ray, Rocket mountain bikes, and Fastback road bikes. With a continued dedication to quality forever synonymous with the Schwinn name, America's most famous bicycle brand looks forward to providing another century of innovation, freedom, and performance to people of all ages.

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Schwinn Crest Urban Men's Hybrid Bike (700c Wheels) Review

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(More customer reviews)I purchased this Schwinn partly because they seem to have maintained a long-standing reputation for quality and also because I loved mine when I was younger. I primarily wanted a relatively lightweight , solidly built frame and this bike has it. The 700c wheels seems rather popular for hybrid bikes and have been well -received by many commuters. This wheel does not have nearly as much drag as a mtb tire and more protection and gripping power than a thin road bike tire.
The bike comes nearly fully assembled and is well packaged, inside an inner and outer protective carton. Setting up the handlebars, pedals and seat were a snap.
The whole process took about 15 minutes.
The frame is painted a very nice black (So I'm told, It actually looks dark green to my eyes), though it isn't the same frame seen in the product photo (The down tube is much thicker on the bike I received). The saddle is very, very comfortable and the adjustable sprung aluminum stem is a nice bonus, accommodating a variety of preferred sitting/riding styles.
Braking is very even and responsive with little fade. The bike feels well balanced while maneuvering and provides very forgiving handling characteristics. The front suspension fork is lightweight and mostly responsive on the rebound. IMO, it needs a bit more pressure but I've yet to get to it. I'd recommend experimenting with the proper pressure based on your weight and riding style.
The cables are well protected and insulated from the frame to avoid scratches. The fenders and baskets are easily removed, should you choose to do so (I did. It took about 12 minutes because you need to remove the rear tire to get at a screw for the rear fender). Adding a quick release hub to the rear tire (the front tire already has one) would be an inexpensive and highly useful tool, IMO.
I'm about average height and weight (5'7"@ 165lbs) and I can ride for hours without discomfort on the stock saddle. Shifting is easy and smooth and the system never skipped a gear, even when pedaling uphill and changing gears.
I recently compared this model to a few local bike shop products that cost $200+ more than the Schwinn. The overall workmanship/fit and finish of the Schwinn holds up well compared to the popular models I saw.
The bike is equipped with bike shop quality components, albeit not the high end, that will generally perform quite well.
After checking out several department store bikes from Walmart and Target, I'd definitely recommend staying away from the lesser quality bikes commonly sold in department stores. With few exceptions they tend to have cheaper, heavier frames and poor quality components and poor fit and finish in the assembly.
Comparing frames among several bikes (including this one) ranging in price from ~$300 to ~$900 yielded components of Chinese manufacture with finish of the welds, weight and general construction approximately equal.
I'm not suggesting the Schwinn Crrest is better than a well build bike shop bicycle like a mid-grade Giant, Trek or Santa Cruz, but the latter could set you back anywhere from $600 to $2000, easily.
I am suggesting that, this bike is comparable, for the average, casual road or paved trail rider, to much more expensive bikes I've looked at and ridden.
Happy trails.. or roads

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Whether you're commuting to work or cruising around town, the Schwinn Crest urban men's hybrid bike offers a comfortably smooth ride. The Crest is outfitted with a 17-inch aluminum hybrid frame and an SR Suntour front suspension fork, helping the bike hold up to shocks from bumpy or rough terrain. The Shimano TX-31 rear derailleur and SRAM 21-speed grip shifters, meanwhile, give you a host of gear options for flat or hilly rides. And riders will love the 700cc rims and 700 x 38c hybrid tires, which are thinner than mountain bike tires but sturdier than most road bike options. Other features include an SR Suntour front derailleur, an alloy adjustable stem with a 30mm rise comfort bar, and alloy linear pull brakes.

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Look Keo Easy Clipless Pedals.. Gray 2009 Review

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(More customer reviews)For the minimalist, who's tired of spending time adjusting pedals, someone looking for a great weight to price ratio, or anyone trying clipless pedals for the first time, this is a fantastic product. Make no mistake, however, there is NO adjusting them. I find them to be a tad loose, but that's the way I used to set up my mountain bike, so I don't consider that a negative. They seem durable, light and easy to get out of.
If you're coming from another clipless pedal, try them out first.

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Look Keo Easy Clipless Pedals.. Gray 2009 Durable Composite body with sealed bearings. Durable composite body material. Sealed bearings. No spring tension adjustment keeps things easy. Factory set at the lightest tension. Includes gray cleats with 4.5 degree float. Pedal Type: Clipless. Intended Use: Road. Pedal Spindle: 9/16" Material (Spindle): CroMo. Material: Composite. Color: Gray. Weight: 230.g.

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MKS Sylvan Lite Pedals - 9/16" Review

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(More customer reviews)3.5 stars.
I've ridden several models of older [80's] MKS pedals for years, and was looking for pedal options on my fixed-gear. I wanted a slightly bigger platform, without getting too wide.
Out of the box, these were a bit disappointing: cheap finish, pop-off dust cap disguised as threaded, "crunchy" overtightened bearing that needed more grease...
On the plus side, they're light (144g/per), have good clearance for avoiding pedal strikes(!), and hang well with toe clips, putting the tab in easy reach.
Unfortunately the rear plate is thin, with 90 degree edges. It's a holdover from old school race shoes, and digs into softer soles [an angle grinder helped things]. BUT, the front section is nice and thick; These pedals are a comfort upgrade from standard one-piece quills, and even some track pedals.
All in all, these are decent, lightweight, budget pedals for fixie, etc if you ride hard-soled shoes. For street shoes I'd recommend MKS GR-9's over the Sylvan Lites. A few bucks more, and you've got a lot more functionality (and surface area).
Mash safe out there.

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Great pedals for Road or Track riding. Similar in design to the GR-9 platform pedals, except designed for use with regular shoes or slotted cleats. You can also use these with toe clips and straps! Aluminum alloy cages, alloy bodies and steel spindles - NO PLASTIC! Made in Japan by Mikashima. Standard 9/16 threads to fit almost all cranks.

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