I am deciding which folding bike to buy. Why should I buy this instead of a cheaper Schwin HInge ($179) or Loop ($230). ?
1458593
Never having ridden either of the other two, I can't definitively say if they are equal in quality or not. But, the Dahon is very well-built, and very comfortable.
1458594
I bought the Dahon and was happy with it. Didnt bother to check out the other brands as Dahon looked like the best one out there.
1458595
Don't buy the Dahon. I've had nothing but trouble with mine. I can't tell you about the Schwinn or Loop. Even something as simple as changing a flat tire on the Dahon was a headache. Then we had the failed coaster brakes, and on and on...
1458596
I've abandoned folding bikes because they aren't as structurally sound as regular bikes. Mine broke in half. furthermore, the folding part keeps getting stuck on my leg pants, unless I tuck my pants in my socks. Check out the bikes from camping world and maybe heartland america if you are into folding bikes.
1458597
That's a tough question. I bought my first dahon 5 years before I bought the 2nd one for my husband. I saw that Schwin one for cheaper and almost got it. I decided that I have had such good luck with mine....never a problem...and have rode it quite a bit. Also it is suppose to be such a good brand for a folding bike. But I will say my sister bought the Schwinn and seems to like it. It even comes with a carrying bag. Also Dahon one on Amazon only comes in black....not that pretty....but Schwinn comes in a pretty blue with beige, I believe. I think you ought to go for the Schwin.
1458598
I wouldn't know about the others, but this bike rocks. Lite, easy folding makes it very portable. Good luck.
1458599
Don't know about loop. Some of the responses with Schwin is it isn't as user friendly to fold. If you don't mind a larger one, I would recommend Columbia. Much simpler, more traditional size, still can fold it or take it on the metro.
1487089
Check again, they are all 3 now available at another place... most frequent GOOGLE result and for 200 less than here. I just bought the large, and I am 5'10, but I have a 30" inseam and it fits ok and I have even had to adjust the seat up quite a bit more than I was expecting. I added a diamondback pillowtop saddle, since I am new to biking also and the saddle that it comes with was killing me. If you are mechanically adept, you can assemble the bike easily but it is good to have a REAL bike shop look it over, the box store assembled mine and it ended up scratched, with under inflated tires, the brakes squeaked, handle bars were not aligned properly, and the deraillers needed adjustment Check again, they are all 3 now available at another place... most frequent GOOGLE result and for 200 less than here. I just bought the large, and I am 5'10, but I have a 30" inseam and it fits ok and I have even had to adjust the seat up quite a bit more than I was expecting. I added a diamondback pillowtop saddle, since I am new to biking also and the saddle that it comes with was killing me. If you are mechanically adept, you can assemble the bike easily but it is good to have a REAL bike shop look it over, the box store assembled mine and it ended up scratched, with under inflated... » Read More Check again, they are all 3 now available at another place... most frequent GOOGLE result and for 200 less than here. I just bought the large, and I am 5'10, but I have a 30" inseam and it fits ok and I have even had to adjust the seat up quite a bit more than I was expecting. I added a diamondback pillowtop saddle, since I am new to biking also and the saddle that it comes with was killing me. If you are mechanically adept, you can assemble the bike easily but it is good to have a REAL bike shop look it over, the box store assembled mine and it ended up scratched, with under inflated tires, the brakes squeaked, handle bars were not aligned properly, and the deraillers needed adjustment « Show Less
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The obvious differences are the the design, engineering & materials also, I'm guessing, that the size of bottles it can hold too is different too. I was not aware of the original Topeak Cage model, but looks nice and has good reviews, so if your happy with that and adding an extra to your bike, I would stick with matching what you have. That said, I'm happy with look and functionality of the Cage 2.
41083
YES i love this bike ! the instructions are bad though...there is one trick to getting the folding parts to lock right. A tiny screw inside the main hinge...can be turned to tighten or loosen how tight the hinge locks otherwise i ride it everyday around new york its a great bike and stylish too.
540039
Well if you like recumbent bikes the Schwinn 220 is a great choice. If you buy it at Academy you can get it for just $299.00, which is about $50 lower that what it sells for online and you don't have to pay postage, just local tax. It's gotten excellent reviews and you won't be disappointed.
427859
I would say no. It, does not lock when folded and seems to be meant as a ride, to and then stow. I love the bike.
70680
I'm also 5-10.5 & 33. I'm ordering the 58. My old, heavy Schwinn Continental is a 58, and it's perfect for me. If I were any shorter, the 58 would probably be too big for me. But I like as large a frame as I can handle.
136713
It's pretty easy to fold/unfold one assembled. It's just a single hinge in the middle. We have a small car so we also loosen the handlebar bolts to remove them to put them into the car. It's closest to a 'normal looking' bike we could find that folds, so it works pretty well for us.
831252
Nope not the mini - mini is here --> http://www.amazon.com/gp/r.html?R=190AMPCWZO45I&C;=3TG14KBDH777U&H;=IVY9JCEZSTABK5X1BOXGUDTAFFWA&T;=C&U;=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fdp%2FB001N888OS%2Fref%3Dpe_385040_30332190_pe_175190_21431760_M3T1_ST1_dp_1 for maximum flexibility i recommend the chain above - it is sweet and heavy. if you want neat, light, and clean then this u-lock rocks!it'll do the job that you need it too.best is both the chain and the lock but depends on where you live and the type of bike you're locking up.wooooo hooooo. Nope not the mini - mini is here --> http://www.amazon.com/gp/r.html?R=190AMPCWZO45I&C;=3TG14KBDH777U&H;=IVY9JCEZSTABK5X1BOXGUDTAFFWA&T;=C&U;=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fdp%2FB001N888OS%2Fref%3Dpe_385040_30332190_pe_175190_21431760_M3T1_ST1_dp_1 for maximum flexibility i recommend the chain above - it is sweet and heavy. if you want neat, light, and clean then... » Read More Nope not the mini - mini is here --> http://www.amazon.com/gp/r.html?R=190AMPCWZO45I&C;=3TG14KBDH777U&H;=IVY9JCEZSTABK5X1BOXGUDTAFFWA&T;=C&U;=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fdp%2FB001N888OS%2Fref%3Dpe_385040_30332190_pe_175190_21431760_M3T1_ST1_dp_1 for maximum flexibility i recommend the chain above - it is sweet and heavy. if you want neat, light, and clean then this u-lock rocks!it'll do the job that you need it too.best is both the chain and the lock but depends on where you live and the type of bike you're locking up.wooooo hooooo. « Show Less
1000487
Problem with this model schwinn & some of their other low-cost models like the volare is they do not give specific frame dimensions.. I have a 29" inseam, and when I stand with my feet on the ground above the frame on the volare, I just barely clear the top frame rail.. I have measured the seat post to crank pedal and it comes in at 18"..20" is approx. 51cm in bike talk,and a frame size considered small ok for someone my size,but probably not right for you..Schwinn offers similiar bikes based on the same design at walmart on-line( Varsity models)too bad about the bike sizing info,the volare has been a great value performing bike! Good Luck! Problem with this model schwinn & some of their other low-cost models like the volare is they do not give specific frame dimensions.. I have a 29" inseam, and when I stand with my feet on the ground above the frame on the volare, I just barely clear the top frame rail.. I have measured the seat post to crank pedal and it comes in at 18"..20" is approx. 51cm in bike talk,and a frame size considered small ok for someone my size,but probably not right for you..Schwinn offers similiar bikes based on the same design at walmart on-line( Varsity models)too bad about the bike sizing... » Read More Problem with this model schwinn & some of their other low-cost models like the volare is they do not give specific frame dimensions.. I have a 29" inseam, and when I stand with my feet on the ground above the frame on the volare, I just barely clear the top frame rail.. I have measured the seat post to crank pedal and it comes in at 18"..20" is approx. 51cm in bike talk,and a frame size considered small ok for someone my size,but probably not right for you..Schwinn offers similiar bikes based on the same design at walmart on-line( Varsity models)too bad about the bike sizing info,the volare has been a great value performing bike! Good Luck! « Show Less
672048
I don't recommend this bike for someone your weight. The places where the bike folds can become weak and break. My handle bar stem snapped off while I was riding my Dahon D7 which turned it into a unicycle. I fell and injured my knee. As it turned out, this model and year had a manufacture recall because the handle bar stem broke on other people also. If you want a folding bike, I recommend either Bike Friday or Brompton. They are much more expensive but much better quality. If you do get a Dahon, I would recommend using it for only short distances and being very careful.
2167778
I bought this for my handicapped sister who has balance problems It works wonderfully for her. That being said, should you have a problem with the trike the company customer service is non existent. Repeatedly called customer service and got absolutely no response. Also, shop around, you can find an identical bike at other stores. Walmart has an Schwinn adult trike in blue for $224.00. If I had to buy this bike again I would NEVER BUY THE WORKSMAN! Hope this helps.
59821
I looked at the pictures of the Vilano bike and I can see where the difference in price is. It looks like you would pay more, and you will get more. I own the "Hybrid Performance Bike", and it is doing what I was wanting it to do.
1604040
If you're referring to the RZ5424 Zero Turn (http://www.husqvarna.com/us/products/zero-turn-mowers/rz5424-kawasaki/) the bagger doesn't fit it perfectly. The brackets to mount it didn't match. The fact that this bagger is way cheaper than others is a huge win for me. I ended up fabricating a bracket for my RZ5424 and it worked fine. All I had to do was buy some steal beams at a local hardware store and then use a vice to bend them. A little black spray paint and you'll never know it isn't a perfect match. It cost me about $15.
855326
i got to try both of them out in a store they both feel really smooth but i went with the Nautilus e514 it just felt a bit more sturdy and has a nicer display the schwinn 420 display was kinda hard to read as the Nautilus was light up bright with big nurbers and imo is the better buy ...... i had my Nautilus e514 for 4 months now and i use every day and its still like the 1st day i brought it .... and im only 5"4 so we are pretty much the same hight ' good luck on your work outs and hope my review helps
664150
Boris, I don't recommend this bike at all; very hard to fold and unfold; braking mechanism unreliable; I have had way more fun with my UNO single speed folding bike, check it out instead. Tony
955262
The bike is about 30 lbs, if you take out few unnecessary things. It is not very light, you might get bikes that are 26 lbs. Can you easily lift and carry 30 lbs? It is not meant for carrying. It works for me; it's a bike that is low price and low quality. I would not pay for a bike that is more than $500. You might not like small folding bikes, so $150 was worth gamble, but $500 would have been difficult to swallow. The bikes that I had tested at the bike stores were more expensive $500-$700, but not much better. You do have to have some tools to tune and align it.