Posts Tagged ‘Comfort Bike’

Schwinn Coronado Womens Comfort Bike 26 Inch Wheels

Tuesday, November 3rd, 2009

Schwinn Coronado Womens Comfort Bike 26 Inch Wheels




Outfitted with an aluminum comfort frame, an SR M2000 suspension fork to absorb shock, and a soft memory foam saddle, the Schwinn Coronado 26-inch women’s comfort bike is ideal for riding around town or cruising down a leisurely bike path. The bike offers such additional features as alloy linear pull brakes for easy stopping, 21-speed SRAM grip shifters, and a Shimano rear derailleur for effortless shifting between speeds. The rustproof, 36-hole alloy rims, meanwhile, will conquer virtually any terrain, helping provide a smooth, responsive riding experience. The women’s Coronado measures 50 by 26 by 7 inches (W x H x D), weighs 37.5 pounds, and carries a five-year warranty.

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.

User Ratings and Reviews

5 Stars Great Inexpensive Bike!!
It’s been about a month since I purchased my Schwinn Coronado and I’m loving it. Due to the high price of gas I’m now riding my new Schwinn Coronado 14 miles back and forth to work on a light gravel bike trail (It’s also very comfortable road performing bike). The bike was delivered to me packaged with care and with a total cost of less than $240 for the bike (which included the free shipping) how can you go wrong. So far, so good… I’m a happy Amazon / Schwinn customer.

5 Stars Nice Bike
I ordered the bike on Monday and requested the next day shipping offer, which stated the bike would arrive on Tuesday. It did not. It did come the next day. My husband was out of town, so I set out assemble it by myself. (I am an older lady with no special experience in assembling bicycles.) The bicycle appeared to be in good shape, no bent or scratched items and all the parts were there. However, the white reflector for the front and the red reflector for the back had already been attached and the attachments for both were broken. What took the longest was my digging through my husband’s tool box trying to find something that would work since he did not have an allen wrench the right size. The instructions were written for a multitude of bicycles. It was a little confusing which instructions that I should use. It would have been helpful if they had included a sheet on my bike, just saying “This is the bike you have, this is what it has. When assembing the handle bars refer to Handle bar Instructions #1 B. When assembing the front wheel refer to Front Wheel Assembley instructions #3 A, etc.” In reality you get an instruction book that says “To assemble the handle bars, do steps 1, 2 and 3. Just as you are processing those instructions, the next line reads “Some models have a so-in-so, in which case you have to do this-and-that.” Which makes you have to evaluate your bike to determine just what you have and which instructions to use. This was the case with the handle bars, the seat, and the front wheel. At any rate, after getting it unpacked I was making my first trip arownd the yard in about and hour and a half. It seems very comfortable and was very easy to pedal, even accross the grass. It should be a breeze on a paved bike path, even for a little old lady who has not ridden a bicycle in over 40 years.

4 Stars Happy with purchase
I’ve been enjoying this bike for about a month now. Well-made, light-weight and comfortable - great for the price I paid of 219.99 + free shipping. The assembly was not too bad considering I’ve never assembled or worked on a bike before. I was able to adjust the brakes and shifting fairly easily as well. The bike is also pretty to look at! I did end up changing the seat to something a bit more comfortable. But my daughter was happy to have the seat for her Schwinn.

5 Stars Comfort bike is a good name for this model.
At first I thought that this bike was too easy to ride and I feared that this would interfer with my fitness routine. However, after getting used to this comfort, I became completely spoiled. While I would never ride it too roughly, it is a wonderful bike for buzzing around town and for beginning riders. Indeed, for the past three months I rode it back and forth to work and did not even break a sweat. I love the wider seat and shock system, which really cuts down on tail bone pain and other physiological consequences of bike riding. Also, changing the tire tube was extremely easy, and I could quickly switch back and forth between my racing tires and the road tires.

Too bad someone completely trashed my bike– which has me completely bummed. I guess I learned a lesson– be sure to chain both tires when leaving it outside and bring it inside when possible. While the clamp on tires are easy to maintain, they are also easy to steal– someone even stole one of my gears. As a result I had to buy a new bike, and boy I wish I could have this bike back.

4 Stars Solid Schwinn
I found the bike easy to assemble, although the instructions were generic to various Schwinns. I had to provide the Allen wrenches necessary for the assembly. The brakes needed adjusting, but I was able to do that myself without much trouble at all. An attractive, comfortable bike that is a good weight and has handlebars that allow for a little more upright riding, more comfortable for the back. Only complaint is the comfort seat, which is not as comfy as the one on my husband’s Schwinn.

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Schwinn Coronado Mens Comfort Bike 26 Inch Wheels

Friday, October 30th, 2009

Schwinn Coronado Mens Comfort Bike 26 Inch Wheels




Outfitted with an aluminum comfort frame, an SR M2000 suspension fork to absorb shock, and a soft memory foam saddle, the Schwinn Coronado 26-inch men’s comfort bike is ideal for riding around town or cruising down a leisurely bike path. The bike offers such additional features as alloy linear pull brakes for easy stopping, 21-speed SRAM grip shifters, and a Shimano rear derailleur for effortless shifting between speeds. The rustproof, 36-hole alloy rims, meanwhile, will conquer virtually any terrain, helping provide a smooth, responsive riding experience. The men’s Coronado measures 51 by 26 by 7 inches (W x H x D), weighs 37.5 pounds, and carries a five-year warranty.

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.

User Ratings and Reviews

4 Stars Good quality for this price
This is my first bike for many years. Still it was very easy to assemble it and make all adjustments. Majority of components are pre-assembled by Schwinn - rear wheel, front and rear brakes, chain and gears. Its even not necessary to make fine tuning at bike shop. Only suspension needs greasing. This bike is good on the road and goes perfectly uphill.

2 Stars Choose a Local Bike Shop
When I had a problem with this bike, I called Schwinn directly. The customer service representative told me that she would not recommend buying a bike online and suggested using a local bike shop to avoid problems. I agree. I was completely satisfied with a reputable local business. Amazon accepted the bike in return, and I appreciated that.

What I liked about this bike: aluminum frame, styling.

The problems: the front tire was defective, the directions don’t match the way the bike is packaged when you assemble it which caused confusion.

5 Stars Great, light, and delivered well packaged
It was delivered in two layers of boxes, and, maybe because of that, there was no apparent damage to the bike.

It looked very nice and light.

With a returned GMC topkick mountain bike, I could not run up a modest slope even using the lowest gear, and was easily exhausted after a short riding.

This schwinn bike returned me a pleasure of riding a bike and allowed me to drive up the hill simply.

3 Stars Good BIke… but not great
I bought this bike about a month ago. The look and style is great. However, the seat is very uncomfortable, I had to get it replaced. Even worse, I have rode it a couple of times already, and the Front Derailleur is already damaged. I need to have this bike tuned up at the local bike shop which will set me back an additional $50.00. While I do expect for Schwinn to make good on the warranty, and send me a replacement part, it is a hassle to have to register, and wait for it. Unfortunately, I may need to come out of pocket even more if I want the part replaced sooner. Overall, this bike is okay, but I will recommend to do serious research before deciding on this one.

5 Stars Schwinn Coronado Men’s Comfort Bike
Very good product. Everything is as described, no surprises. The only thing I didn’t like was when I had to adjust the brake pads and the screws tore the moment I applied a little bit of force with my allen key. It wasn’t a big deal I was able to unscrew them from the back and get new screws before putting them back. The bad thing is that two out of two brake pads that I tried adjusting had the same problem. Other than that, frame, gears, suspension and even brakes work like a charm.

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Mongoose Placid Mens Comfort Bike

Tuesday, September 15th, 2009

Mongoose Placid Mens Comfort Bike




Ride in style and easy comfort with the 26-inch, 21-speed Mongoose Placid men’s comfort bike, which features a lightweight, oversized aluminum alloy frame. You’ll be protected from bumps and obstacles by the reliable front shock fork, which helps to smooth your ride as well as provide better control. As befitting its designation as a comfort bike, the Placid offers an anatomically padded two-tone sport saddle with added springs for increased comfort on long rides and a taller handlebar stem for an upright seating position.

Specifications:

  • Frame: Handcrafted Oversized Alloy Frame
  • Fork: Element Alloy Crown Suspension Fork
  • Handlebar Stem: Mongoose Riser Bar and Adjusting Stem
  • Shifters: 21-Speed Rear Index SRAM 3.0 Shifting
  • Derailleurs: 7-Speed SRAM 3.0 Rear Derailleur
  • Brakes: Front and Rear Alloy Linear Pull Brakes
  • Levers: Alloy Brake Levers
  • Crank: Oversized 3-Piece Suntour Alloy Crankset with Chainguard
  • Freewheel: Shimano 7-Speed, 14-28T Index
  • Rims: 36-Spoke Silver Anodized Alloy Rims
  • Hubs: CP 36 Hole Hubs
  • Tires: 26 x 1.95 inches Center Line Comfort Tires

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 ultra-lightweight 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 bottles and bottle cages
  • Spare tubes
  • Portable bike pump
  • Gloves

User Ratings and Reviews

5 Stars Best for comfort and sport
The more upright riding position of the Mongoose Placid bike allows the rider to pedal in a much more comfortable position than traditional moubtain bikes yet still affords a sporty, confident ride. The combination of front-fork and adjustable seat-post suspension easily absorbs the shock of bumps and curbs.

The 21 speed derailleur easily shift speeds and is set up for smooth uphill pedaling but could use a higher gear range.

Overall, the Mongoose Placid is a comfortable and sporty exercise and leisure bike.

1 Star The UnComfort Bike CHINTZY
I had one I rode it for 10 miles. The front rim was not welded wright So when I apply the front brakes it would eat the PADS . I also got a flat tire it was the tube( cheap). I call they where very nice and sent out a replacement so I waited. I also asked them if I could buy two quick release kits for my rims. They make them but since the bike did not come with them they could not sell them! :( They come on there upper scale bikes there is no difference the axes are the same ) I received the rim in less than a week. I was so happy to get the new rim but it was just like the one I had! :( They did send me new brake pads but it would do no good to change anything I was back to square one . For it being a COMFORT BIKE IT WAS THE WORSTED ONE I HAVE EVER RODE :( :( THE FRONT SHOCKS BOTTOM OUT EVERY TIME IT WENT UP IN ANY DRIVEWAY . THE SEAT WAS NOT A COMFORTABLE AT ALL! I EVEN BOUGHT A GEL TOPPER IT REALLY DIDN’T HELP MUCH :(:(:( (Out of 5 wheels It GETS a half a wheel) for being a Mongoose because that’s how bad this bike rode! I have over 5,000 miles on my other bikes.SO ON THIS BIKE YOU GET WHAT YOU PAY 4 CHINTZY. {THE Plus is that it goes together very easy!} About a hour:)

4 Stars Mongoose Placid Men’s Comfort Bike
Quite happy with this mountain bike. It’s fairly light-weight and has a comfortable ride. Would have preferred to have quick-release hubs but that would have surely increased the purchase price. All around good value for the money. Item arrived even sooner then Amazon estimated. Another positive experience with Amazon.com.

5 Stars Great bike, comfortable and reliable
I bought this bike and its twin for my wife and me last summer after our gastric bypass surgeries and the large weight loss, as a present to ourselves, and apart from the cold of Vermont’s winter, I’ve been riding it just about every day. The bike is very comfortable and with a little maintenance rides smooth and easy.

It comes partially assembled and it took me about an hour to put it together. It should have been about twenty minutes, but the manual is shared between a lot of models, and you have to do a lot of picking through complex directions to find the relevant ones. The manual is not always clear during assembly and sometimes refers to terms without defining them. (However, it’s a great manual otherwise, particularly the section on tuneups and maintenance, once you figure out the terms and which directions do and don’t apply.)

The ride is comfortable, though the seat could be a little bit better, but otherwise it’s smooth and steady. The construction is solid; it has no problem with my still-high weight and never feels like it’s even challenged by me. The brakes and derailleurs needed some adjustment, but once they’re adjusted they run pretty smooth. (Though 21 gears seems a bit silly; I almost never use anything but the top four or five.)

I’ve used the bike on a bike path, various roads, some dirt paths, and some of Vermont’s infamous dirt roads. Also taken it travelling; it was wonderful on the Maine seacoast. The tires are good at handling all these terrains.

There really isn’t anything I’d do differently about this bike. It’s as good as bikes two or three times the price, and better than some. The only room for improvement is in the manual (and maybe the seat).

2 Stars Very uncomfortable seat.
For a comfort bike, this is not at all comfortable. The seat is hard and not well shaped. Also the gear shift does not work as advertised. Spend another $200 at a bicycle shop and get a real comfort bike.

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Monark Exercise AB 927E Upright Cardio Comfort Bike

Saturday, June 27th, 2009

Monark Exercise AB 927E Upright Cardio Comfort Bike




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The Monark 927E Upright Cardio Comfort is a user-friendly training and rehabilitation bike adapted to todays demands. Low frame and quick-lock adjustment for saddle and handlebar allows simple and swift setting of the bike.

The Monark 927E Upright Cardio Comfort measures 25 by 50 by 49 inches (W x H x D), weighs 123 pounds, and carries a one-year warranty.

The Monark 927E Upright Cardio Comfort is outfitted with a 26 pound flywheel as compared to traditional 48 pound flywheels that lets the user start at a lower resistance and gain momentum easier. The low resistance level makes this bike a particularly good choice for rehab and geriatrics.

Console:
Console Readouts: Speed, Distance, Time, Heart rate

WARRANTY:
1 year

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Monark Exercise AB 837E Recumbent Cardio Comfort Bike

Monday, June 8th, 2009

Monark Exercise AB 837E Recumbent Cardio Comfort Bike




The Monark 837E Cardio Comfort boasts superior, smooth riding action generated by a precision-balanced, 48-pound flywheel. The new 837E Cardio Comfort is based on Monark’s classic concept: combining quality, comfort, style, and function. Low step, smart solutions, and an attractive design provide a recumbent for health care and rehabilitation. It has a powder-coated frame and rails; its length varies from 67 to 79 inches with the adjustable front unit, and the distance between pedals and saddle can be adjusted from 19 to 35 inches. The console displays electronic readouts of time, heart rate measured with telemetry type, speed, distance, and RPM. 154 lbs.

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