Bike Type | Folding Bike |
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Age Range (Description) | Adult |
Brand | Schwinn |
Number of Speeds | 7 |
Color | Black |
Wheel Size | 20 Inches |
Frame Material | Aluminum |
Suspension Type | Rigid |
Special Feature | Lightweight |
Included Components | Schwinn Loop Folding Bike |
Size | 20-Inch Wheels |
Brake Style | Cantilever |
Specific Uses For Product | Road |
Item Weight | 33 Pounds |
Style | 7-speed |
Model Name | Loop |
Assembly Required | No |
Is Autographed | No |
Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 29.5 x 28 x 17.5 inches |
Package Weight | 18.14 Kilograms |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 35 x 15 x 35 inches |
Brand Name | Schwinn |
Warranty Description | Limited Lifetime Warranty |
Material | Aluminum |
Suggested Users | unisex-adult |
Number of Items | 1 |
Manufacturer | Pacific Cycle, Inc. |
Part Number | S2280B |
Sport Type | Cycling, Outdoor Lifestyle, Commuting |
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Schwinn Loop Folding Bike for Adult Men Women, 20-inch Wheels, 7-Speed Drivetrain, Rear Cargo Rack, Carrying Bag Included for Storage
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Brand Size | Rider Height (in) | Wheel Size (in) |
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20-Inch Wheels | 56 - 74 | 20 |
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Bike Type | Folding Bike |
Age Range (Description) | Adult |
Brand | Schwinn |
Number of Speeds | 7 |
Color | Black |
Wheel Size | 20 Inches |
Frame Material | Aluminum |
Suspension Type | Rigid |
Special Feature | Lightweight |
Included Components | Schwinn Loop Folding Bike |
About this item
- Lightweight foldable bike, step-through frame, folds for convenient storage, fits riders 4'8" to 6'2" in height
- Experience smooth gear changes with the 7-speed twist shifter, ensuring effortless shifting on your rides
- Enjoy secure and confident stops with the front and rear linear pull brakes, providing reliable braking performance on this bicycle
- Rear cargo rack for bags, fold up into a heavy gauge nylon bag, allowing for convenient storage and easy transport
- Great for commuting, the 20-inch alloy wheels of this bicycle are paired with street tires for smooth rolling, ensuring a comfortable and efficient ride on city streets
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Easy Folding & StorageNever worry that your bike will be stolen again! Just fold it up and bring it indoors with you, the Schwinn Loop folds into a neat little package for simple storage and transport. Heavy nylon storage bag included. |
Great for CommutersAn Adult Commuter Bike That Stores Small And Rides Smooth. When you're ready to ride just fold it out, load your stuff and go. Great option for commuters or those with limited space. |
Strong Rear RackCarry your bag on the strong rear rack. Easy folding which helps you quickly switch modes of transportation like a train, bus, or car. |
Schwinn Loop Folding Adult Bike | Schwinn Adapt U Folding Bike | Schwinn Hinge Folding Bike | |
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Light Alloy Folding Frame | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Front and Rear V-Brakes | Front and Rear Linear Pull Brakes | Front and Rear Linear Pull Brakes | Front and Rear Linear Pull Brakes |
20" Alloy Wheels | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Speed | 7-speed | 7-speed | 1-speed |
Full Wrap Fenders | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Rear Carrying Rack | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Nylon Carrying Bag | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Best Use | Commuting | Commuting (with big, removable rear rack) | Commuting |
Product Description
Enjoy a bike that makes urban cycling easy with the Loop by Schwinn. The Loop features a folding steel frame that’s both durable and exceptionally convenient for those with limited storage space. The 7-speed twist shifter provides smooth gear changes, while the front and rear linear pull brakes deliver secure stops. The 20-inch alloy wheel with smooth rolling street tires are perfect for your weekday commute or weekend ride around town. The rear carrier with included heavy-gauge nylon bag makes is super easy to haul your backpack, groceries, or whatever else you need to carry on your ride. Then, when you’re all done, just fold the bike right up into its ultra-compact storage configuration, and you can tuck it away until it’s time to go again. Like all Schwinn bikes, the Loop comes with a limited lifetime warranty for as long as you own the bike. Convenience is the name of the game with the Loop. Enjoy the freedom of riding a Schwinn.
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ASIN | B00IASZ7QG |
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Customer Reviews |
4.3 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #68,424 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors) #4 in Adult Folding Bikes |
Date First Available | February 7, 2014 |
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Customers like the ease of use and folding of the bicycle. For example, they mention it rides very nicely and is easy to fold and unfold. Some are also happy with ease of assembly, value, and quality. That said, opinions are mixed on size, weight, and comfort.
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Customers like the quality of the bicycle. They mention it's well-made, tough, and solid. They also appreciate the nice finish and the front breaks are good. Overall, customers say it'll make a great addition to any bicycle collection.
"...commuting it’s become my grocery store bicycle because it’s steel frame is very rugged and it’s gearing let’s me pull a trailer with no problems...." Read more
"...This is a fantastic, tough little bike. I live in Boston and was able to ride it through most of the winter...." Read more
"...It is not a loud or clunky bike. It is sturdy and smooth and great for carrying things. I'd definitely recommend it as a commuter bike" Read more
"...My bike repair shop found that I also had a defective cassette since I complained of my 7th gear jumping/skipping when I tried it out upon pick up)...." Read more
Customers like the ease of folding. For example, they say it's sturdy, easy to fold and unfold, and nice for easily transporting it in a car's back seat. Some mention that the folding part is speculative. That said, most are happy with the quality and functionality of the bicycle.
"...this bike for anyone looking for a reliable and economical foldable commuter bicycle.Update 9/3/2020..." Read more
"Nice basic folding bike, very attractive and aesthetic for a folding bike, which is partly why I got it...." Read more
"...The bike is easy to unfold and fold up, but keep in mind there is no mechanism to hold it together once it's folded...." Read more
"...Only one of the pedals is foldable and when wearing thin souled shoes, I found that the folding pedal has a rumble strip that I could feel...." Read more
Customers find the bicycle easy to assemble. They mention it comes boxed well and is basically already assembled. The bike is easy to unfold and store, and is great for people who need a simple, easily-storeable bike. The rim brakes are easy to maintain.
"...The rim brakes are easy to maintain, but switching out to a brand like koolstops will give you a much improved stopping power after the stock pads..." Read more
"...The bike arrived well packed, and mostly assembled...." Read more
"...The handle bar folding is a bit tricky the 1st time, but easy enough with some practice...." Read more
"...It's more or less assembled and you can go biking right away from the box...." Read more
Customers find the bicycle easy to use. They say it rides very nicely, is smooth, and is a blast to ride. Some customers also mention that the bike has many standard features and is easy to add options they need. Overall, most are satisfied with the ease of use and performance of this bike.
"...The bike seems to handle pretty good and be a fun ride, but at this price point companies tend to have to take a couple shortcuts...." Read more
"...The bike itself rides very nicely...." Read more
"...It is not a loud or clunky bike. It is sturdy and smooth and great for carrying things. I'd definitely recommend it as a commuter bike" Read more
"...I haven't ridden it much, my wife took it for a spin and says it rides well and shifting gears is easy...." Read more
Customers like the value of the bicycle. They say it's an inexpensive option for casual cyclists, provides high value and quality for its price range, and is a good looking bicycle for the money. Some mention that it saves money from parking.
"...a 1000 dollar bike or be light as a feather, it’s a pretty good looking bicycle for the money which could be pretty dependable if taken care of..." Read more
"...Other than that - really great and AFFORDABLE bike that could easily get 5 stars." Read more
"...The first bicycle never came, and the price increased substantially when I attempted to re-order...." Read more
"...All the components are reasonable quality for the price. Not high-end, not complete garbage.The brakes are perfectly serviceable...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the size of the bicycle. Some mention that it fits perfectly in the trunk of their teeny Scion, while others say that the bag that comes with it is way too small. The bike is compact, even when not folded, and can be kept unfolded in an office. However, some customers report issues with the wheels being small and close together, making it difficult to steer.
"...This bike, folded up, fits perfectly in the trunk of my teeny Scion. It takes up almost the whole trunk, but that hasn't been a problem...." Read more
"...I tried putting panniers on, but the rear triangle is a tad to small for most panniers ( my heels kept hitting the panniers)...." Read more
"...it nice and sturdy to hook things onto it-- but it also is a nice place to hold it when lifting it when it's in the folded state...." Read more
"...I don’t lower the bike seat because it fits fine. You’ll want a bungee cord or strap to keep the wheels together once folded...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the weight of the bicycle. Some mention it's not too heavy, and easy to store in a closet. However, others say that it'll be hard to carry because it'd be unwieldy.
"...in and I wouldn't be able to carry it around in its bag as it's too heavy for me. However, it's perfect for folding up in my trunk...." Read more
"...And it is considerably easier to carry when unfolded. Folded, it pokes you and is a little awkward to carry...." Read more
"...I haven't used the bag, I just use bungee cords-- less hassle. It's a little heavy, but not impossible to lift...." Read more
"...Perhaps it's the combination of small wheels, subpar gear, and the heavy weight.Complaint 3: Useless gear for biking uphill...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the comfort of the bicycle. Some mention that it's a comfortable ride and feels more like a normal bike, while others say that the seat is very uncomfortable, uneasy, and hard.
"...Like others have said, the stock saddle is just not comfortable for most people, and if it doesn’t work for you switch it out...." Read more
"...The bike itself rides very nicely. The saddle is indeed uncomfortable, as people have mentioned, but if you replaced it with a bigger, more..." Read more
"...on it and taken it places it was never designed to go with relative safety and comfort. It is a robust and easy to maintain bike...." Read more
"...The only thing I do not like about this bike bike seat is HORRENDOUSLY UNCOMFORTABLE!! Like, destroy your pelvis/sensitive bits uncomfortable...." Read more
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So how does this foldable bike compare to other bikes?? Well, I’d still prefer a full size bike over the foldable. You feel the bumps a lot more on the 20 in tires than say a 700. The hearing on this is very favorable to climbing hills, you won’t find yourself wishing you had a lower gear most of the time. On the same note, your not going to be flying by anyone either. The trade off on a 7 speed for climbing easy is that downhill or on a bike path you might wish you had a higher gear or two. You could always change this out, but I think most people will go with the factory setup. Plus who really is going to invest money modifying a brand new Schwinn bike that’s perfectly fine to ride. There is a little bit of flex, but I didn’t really notice too much difference on my commute. The main issues between this and a regular hybrid are speed ( this bike is slower due to gearing, weight, smaller wheels, and flex), but I don’t think the average person will care they’re going a tad bit slower around town. The bike is actually kind of fun to ride around, but I’ll be sticking with my 700. Overall, I could see this being a great bike for someone who works in downtown or somewhere where leaving your bike locked outside might not be an option, or for someone with limited space for a bike in their house or apartment. For me, it serves its purpose well for a the ocasional short commute if I want a quick change up from my 700, to lend out to friends if they wanna bike the greenway bike trails (this bike can be adjusted to fit virtually and adult with its quick clamp seat post), and to take with me if I visit any other cities. If you don’t see an update, you can assume the bikes been going good since the date of this publication with no major issues. While I wasn’t blown away by the Schwinn, and still prefer my Retrospec, I think this could be a really fun commuter bike for someone and is overall a pretty good bike.
Update 3/24/2020
So I’ve put a couple hundred miles on this, checked it on a flight, and think I can give a little better input. I changed the seat out to one from Retrospec I found on Amazon for ten bucks (scene in second picture). I was rotating at a clinic who wouldn’t let me bring a full size bike inside, but would let me bring a folding bike I could store in a corner of the office. So I’ve got close to a month commuting on this now. The only upgrades I’ve done is to add a Retrospec seat, and attach a plastic crate with zip ties and a towel underneath to keep it from scratching the paint. Like others have said, the stock saddle is just not comfortable for most people, and if it doesn’t work for you switch it out. I might recommend looking for a harder seat rather than super soft, as really soft seats tend to be more uncomfortable on anything more than a few miles. I find a semi-hard seat seams to be the best for commuting (5-20 miles each way). Second, I bought a plastic crate from Walmart for about 7 bucks, put a black towel underneath to cushion and keep it from scratching the paint. I have five bungee cords in the middle and two zip ties keeping it from sliding back (bungees keptvin on but didn’t prevent it from sliding off). This bike has really low gearing, and outside of commuting it’s become my grocery store bicycle because it’s steel frame is very rugged and it’s gearing let’s me pull a trailer with no problems. The smaller tires are able to withstand more abuse than a larger wheel would. I tried putting panniers on, but the rear triangle is a tad to small for most panniers ( my heels kept hitting the panniers). After a couple hundred miles, I’m pleasantly surprised by the Schwinn Loop. Change out the seat, and you’ll have a pretty rugged commuter than you can fold up in under a minute for the office. Do not fly without buying a hard shell suitcase. I ignorantly tried checking it with only the case it came with. I arrived at my location with a bent derailleur. If you want to fly with this, either see if you can bring it as carry on, or buy a hardshell suitcase that will fit its dimensions. In my opinion, the case it comes with is pretty useless for anything other than storage. Overall I think it’s still 4/5, but I would easily recommend this bike for anyone looking for a reliable and economical foldable commuter bicycle.
Update 9/3/2020
I’ve probably got 500-600 miles on this now, and I’m changing my review to 5 stars. This has become my errand bike. I constantly load this bike up with 20-40 pounds extra on the back and it does more than fine. Is it the best folding bike? Of course not, but at its price point you can’t beat it. In fact, I’d say it does better than any other bicycle for the same price. Also, it’s a conversation starter. People ask me all the time about it, or give me compliments on it. People also seem to think it might be an electric bicycle. It’s really fun to ride. The 20 inch tires and short frame length make it really nimble and responsive. You’re going to have to fight off smiles while riding it. Shortly I’m going to have to service the hub and crank, as they’re needing more grease. The front brake noodle broke a while back, but the bike has taken a couple spills so I don’t fault the company for that. For $250 dollars on sale you’re getting a more than competent commuter and folding bike. You will not find a better folding bicycle at this price point. I was worried things might start breaking quickly like other cheap bicycles, but this bike has held up well to bring my errand bike. If you’re looking for a do everything bike to get you around and I wouldn’t hesitate to pull the trigger on this. Be ready to swap the seat out, and re-grease and service the hubs sooner than a 600-700 dollar folding bicycle. For reference I’m 180 pounds and the stopping power on the brakes are perfect. When the stock pads run out (I’m guessing around 1000-1500 miles) I’m going to replace them with kool stop pads. Also, the brake noodles hit on the frame a bit on the front, I swapped to a bending brake noodle and it completely solved that problem. Enjoy your bicycle, you’re getting a great bicycle.
Reviewed in the United States on February 18, 2020
So how does this foldable bike compare to other bikes?? Well, I’d still prefer a full size bike over the foldable. You feel the bumps a lot more on the 20 in tires than say a 700. The hearing on this is very favorable to climbing hills, you won’t find yourself wishing you had a lower gear most of the time. On the same note, your not going to be flying by anyone either. The trade off on a 7 speed for climbing easy is that downhill or on a bike path you might wish you had a higher gear or two. You could always change this out, but I think most people will go with the factory setup. Plus who really is going to invest money modifying a brand new Schwinn bike that’s perfectly fine to ride. There is a little bit of flex, but I didn’t really notice too much difference on my commute. The main issues between this and a regular hybrid are speed ( this bike is slower due to gearing, weight, smaller wheels, and flex), but I don’t think the average person will care they’re going a tad bit slower around town. The bike is actually kind of fun to ride around, but I’ll be sticking with my 700. Overall, I could see this being a great bike for someone who works in downtown or somewhere where leaving your bike locked outside might not be an option, or for someone with limited space for a bike in their house or apartment. For me, it serves its purpose well for a the ocasional short commute if I want a quick change up from my 700, to lend out to friends if they wanna bike the greenway bike trails (this bike can be adjusted to fit virtually and adult with its quick clamp seat post), and to take with me if I visit any other cities. If you don’t see an update, you can assume the bikes been going good since the date of this publication with no major issues. While I wasn’t blown away by the Schwinn, and still prefer my Retrospec, I think this could be a really fun commuter bike for someone and is overall a pretty good bike.
Update 3/24/2020
So I’ve put a couple hundred miles on this, checked it on a flight, and think I can give a little better input. I changed the seat out to one from Retrospec I found on Amazon for ten bucks (scene in second picture). I was rotating at a clinic who wouldn’t let me bring a full size bike inside, but would let me bring a folding bike I could store in a corner of the office. So I’ve got close to a month commuting on this now. The only upgrades I’ve done is to add a Retrospec seat, and attach a plastic crate with zip ties and a towel underneath to keep it from scratching the paint. Like others have said, the stock saddle is just not comfortable for most people, and if it doesn’t work for you switch it out. I might recommend looking for a harder seat rather than super soft, as really soft seats tend to be more uncomfortable on anything more than a few miles. I find a semi-hard seat seams to be the best for commuting (5-20 miles each way). Second, I bought a plastic crate from Walmart for about 7 bucks, put a black towel underneath to cushion and keep it from scratching the paint. I have five bungee cords in the middle and two zip ties keeping it from sliding back (bungees keptvin on but didn’t prevent it from sliding off). This bike has really low gearing, and outside of commuting it’s become my grocery store bicycle because it’s steel frame is very rugged and it’s gearing let’s me pull a trailer with no problems. The smaller tires are able to withstand more abuse than a larger wheel would. I tried putting panniers on, but the rear triangle is a tad to small for most panniers ( my heels kept hitting the panniers). After a couple hundred miles, I’m pleasantly surprised by the Schwinn Loop. Change out the seat, and you’ll have a pretty rugged commuter than you can fold up in under a minute for the office. Do not fly without buying a hard shell suitcase. I ignorantly tried checking it with only the case it came with. I arrived at my location with a bent derailleur. If you want to fly with this, either see if you can bring it as carry on, or buy a hardshell suitcase that will fit its dimensions. In my opinion, the case it comes with is pretty useless for anything other than storage. Overall I think it’s still 4/5, but I would easily recommend this bike for anyone looking for a reliable and economical foldable commuter bicycle.
Update 9/3/2020
I’ve probably got 500-600 miles on this now, and I’m changing my review to 5 stars. This has become my errand bike. I constantly load this bike up with 20-40 pounds extra on the back and it does more than fine. Is it the best folding bike? Of course not, but at its price point you can’t beat it. In fact, I’d say it does better than any other bicycle for the same price. Also, it’s a conversation starter. People ask me all the time about it, or give me compliments on it. People also seem to think it might be an electric bicycle. It’s really fun to ride. The 20 inch tires and short frame length make it really nimble and responsive. You’re going to have to fight off smiles while riding it. Shortly I’m going to have to service the hub and crank, as they’re needing more grease. The front brake noodle broke a while back, but the bike has taken a couple spills so I don’t fault the company for that. For $250 dollars on sale you’re getting a more than competent commuter and folding bike. You will not find a better folding bicycle at this price point. I was worried things might start breaking quickly like other cheap bicycles, but this bike has held up well to bring my errand bike. If you’re looking for a do everything bike to get you around and I wouldn’t hesitate to pull the trigger on this. Be ready to swap the seat out, and re-grease and service the hubs sooner than a 600-700 dollar folding bicycle. For reference I’m 180 pounds and the stopping power on the brakes are perfect. When the stock pads run out (I’m guessing around 1000-1500 miles) I’m going to replace them with kool stop pads. Also, the brake noodles hit on the frame a bit on the front, I swapped to a bending brake noodle and it completely solved that problem. Enjoy your bicycle, you’re getting a great bicycle.
This is a fantastic, tough little bike. I live in Boston and was able to ride it through most of the winter. It has issues with slipping on ice which is a matter of physics and not the bike's fault. Over the last month it stopped shifting gears. I got a YouTube video showing how to fix it, but we didn't even need to go through the whole video - the cable had popped out of its housing and that was the whole problem. My fiance got it back where it was supposed to go, we did a little bit of tuning, and now its humming along like new. I didn't bother changing the saddle, as I was afraid a bigger saddle would affect the folding. At first, the saddle was murder, but I got used to it pretty quickly. I wouldn't go for a really long ride on it, but for short trips around it's perfect. I don't use the bag it came in and I wouldn't be able to carry it around in its bag as it's too heavy for me. However, it's perfect for folding up in my trunk. I can also bring it into my office and stick it under my desk if I need to.
One issue I have is the rack. It's too think to hold most bike panniers or saddle bags. I found a good bag that sits on top and velcros to the rack, but I'd like a pannier that I could just pop on. Instead, I have to really lash my pannier to the bike, which is a pain.
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I ordered this bike to get from my car to my office. I had to start parking further away, so what had been a 12 minute walk became a 20 minute walk. This bike, folded up, fits perfectly in the trunk of my teeny Scion. It takes up almost the whole trunk, but that hasn't been a problem. I've had the bike for about a week, and I've gotten VERY good at folding and unfolding - I can put it together or take it apart in about 10 seconds without rushing. The bike itself rides very nicely. The saddle is indeed uncomfortable, as people have mentioned, but if you replaced it with a bigger, more comfortable saddle then the bike wouldn't fold up as compactly. I might get a softer saddle for longer, leisurely bike rides, but for my quick ride from the car to the office it's perfectly fine. The gears change very smoothly. The bike feels extremely solid. If I wanted to keep it at my desk instead of outside at a bike rack, I easily could as the photo makes clear. I'm tempted to buy another one for my fiance and maybe my son if they want one!
Reviewed in the United States on October 6, 2016
This is a fantastic, tough little bike. I live in Boston and was able to ride it through most of the winter. It has issues with slipping on ice which is a matter of physics and not the bike's fault. Over the last month it stopped shifting gears. I got a YouTube video showing how to fix it, but we didn't even need to go through the whole video - the cable had popped out of its housing and that was the whole problem. My fiance got it back where it was supposed to go, we did a little bit of tuning, and now its humming along like new. I didn't bother changing the saddle, as I was afraid a bigger saddle would affect the folding. At first, the saddle was murder, but I got used to it pretty quickly. I wouldn't go for a really long ride on it, but for short trips around it's perfect. I don't use the bag it came in and I wouldn't be able to carry it around in its bag as it's too heavy for me. However, it's perfect for folding up in my trunk. I can also bring it into my office and stick it under my desk if I need to.
One issue I have is the rack. It's too think to hold most bike panniers or saddle bags. I found a good bag that sits on top and velcros to the rack, but I'd like a pannier that I could just pop on. Instead, I have to really lash my pannier to the bike, which is a pain.
Original review
I ordered this bike to get from my car to my office. I had to start parking further away, so what had been a 12 minute walk became a 20 minute walk. This bike, folded up, fits perfectly in the trunk of my teeny Scion. It takes up almost the whole trunk, but that hasn't been a problem. I've had the bike for about a week, and I've gotten VERY good at folding and unfolding - I can put it together or take it apart in about 10 seconds without rushing. The bike itself rides very nicely. The saddle is indeed uncomfortable, as people have mentioned, but if you replaced it with a bigger, more comfortable saddle then the bike wouldn't fold up as compactly. I might get a softer saddle for longer, leisurely bike rides, but for my quick ride from the car to the office it's perfectly fine. The gears change very smoothly. The bike feels extremely solid. If I wanted to keep it at my desk instead of outside at a bike rack, I easily could as the photo makes clear. I'm tempted to buy another one for my fiance and maybe my son if they want one!
I really like the built inin rack. Not only is it nice and sturdy to hook things onto it-- but it also is a nice place to hold it when lifting it when it's in the folded state.
The only thing I do not like about this bike bike seat is HORRENDOUSLY UNCOMFORTABLE!! Like, destroy your pelvis/sensitive bits uncomfortable. I replaced mine with an ISM bike seat and I am more than happy now.
I'm learning that this is a really good base starter bike to upgrade various parts and make it your own. I plan to really make this bike a better bike than how it came. But, not bad out the gate!
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Excelente bicicleta, de buena marca y cuyo valor está bien justificado por el precio.
What I like about this bike:
1. It's crazy sturdy!
2. Can fit all sizes
3. Compact (perfect for small spaces or condo living)
4. Pretty light
5. Built in sturdy rack
6. Easy to maneuver (perfect for city riding/short distance)
7. Easy to put together
What could improve
1. The original seat is uncomfortable as heck! (I bought a wide and plush seat, so much better!)
2. Wish the wheels were a bit thicker
3. Not many affordable indoor training rack that fits this wheel size
4. Hard to find a basket that sit properly in the front
5. Handles not adjustable (but I had no problems with it)