how is this bike in the snow? i live in denver, colorado
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I live in a similar climate in central Oregon. If you ride fixed you will have more control over breaking. ( think driving a manual vs. automatic transmission). It is still pretty sketchy though. If you plan on riding in the snow a lot I would suggest riding a slightly smaller frame than you are used to because you will have more control. I think someone makes a studded tire also.
2045439
Not ideal...I did it in Switzerland and the winter here is not as tough...quite slippery with the original tires. In winter I use the MTB which has better results on snow and ice. Only positive if you slip & fall toy might stand and can let the bike fall...with the crank brothers on my MTB it is a sure fall �
721414
I am very happy with the bike. I would buy it again. A friend also bought one and loves it. It gets comments and questions when i take it out - it's a good looking bike and comfortable to ride. i have the three speed which is adequate for in town riding and trail riding in this area.
693672
We live at 9100 ft in Colorado. Temps have gotten down to -18 and we haven't had any issues. It's a great machine really.
1389388
In Colorado powder? Yes. All day long. My son comes in and it's packed full of snow and still runs great. Not sure about wet snow but I would imagine it would get into the car even less.
1550946
Can't really answer to the snow conditions since we are in Texas during the winter but my husband loves these tires and stands behind them. He retired from Ford after 40 years as a Service Technician.
982612
Hi we just went thru a severe winter in ny. Lots of wind and snow ,it held beautiful didnt move an inch. love it.
1679720
We never used it in the snow. The large back wheel would probably be "pullable" as the other commenter suggested.
1390317
Absolutely. I mostly ride it around the neighborhood with my daughter. I hit the trails a lot also. I will eventually upgrade the front shocks, but I am a heavier guy, thats why.
320388
It seems as though it's fine on the para. I've been riding in a few areas around Denver that have rolling hills and on the downslope it managed to pick up quite a bit of speed while still giving a decent resistance on the legs.
2088441
My bike is packed away for the winter. It fit perfectly on a Trek 7200 seat.
1929485
It has done very well for us on both pavement and some area trails. No major mountain biking around here though so I'm not sure about that kind of performance. Hope that helps!
1890862
I have a couple of those hills too. A lot of the hills in my area are in the 45 to 60 degree range. The bike handles them beautifully. Put it in low gear before you get to the hill. Be prepared to pedal. You can do it. I love this bike.
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Here's a video of a guy with it in the snow. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MFI6bqv-VuY
664370
We've had more snow than I have ever seen in my life this winter. I live dead center on a culdasac and it is still standing. I placed it over an existing 4x4 post from my previous mailbox. Very happy with the look and durability.
2045442
Hi the weather in CA. Is much better than Boston. What the heck are you doing in Boston? About the bike I really have no idea. I have not been through a winter with it. I plan to go to AZ and CA for this winter so it may never see snow. I really like the smooth ride I get but cannot help you in your situation. Good luck.
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David Brinkmeyer is spot on with his answer. It is a great bike but if you are going to be hauling a load you should step up to higher quality bike with more gears and better brakes.