This bike is obviously pretty bad, has anyone found a good good one in the same price range? Thanks.
1050140
NoThere is nothing like it in this price range It is really great..when it works....but there is much to be desired in quality control
1050141
No There is nothing like it in this price range It is really great ..when it works....but there is much to be desired in quality control
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I have not. However, since my review Proform kept working on my bike and finally got it repaired and fully functional. Proform also extended the warranty to cover the down time. The repairman said, "You got an original version which had a few design flaws that once fixed would solve the problem." He appears to have been correct as the bike has worked well over the past 6 months.
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No, I wish I could find one. I actually owned the CycleOps 410 for a couple of weeks. Good software, sturdy and very adjustable. Unfortunately the drivetrain felt like cheap chinese bearings filled with sand. CycleOps did honor the warranty by driving out to my place (over 100 miles) and picking up the bike.The biggest problems with the ProForm are with the software. They've made some improvements lately but it's taken them over a year to make any progress and they have a long, long way to go. They just don't seem to understand physics and simulation. They can't even get dates correct. At least the bike is smooth feeling. No, I wish I could find one. I actually owned the CycleOps 410 for a couple of weeks. Good software, sturdy and very adjustable. Unfortunately the drivetrain felt like cheap chinese bearings filled with sand. CycleOps did honor the warranty by driving out to my place (over 100 miles) and picking up the bike.The biggest problems with the ProForm are with the software. They've made some improvements lately but it's taken them over a year to make any progress and they have a long, long way to go. They just don't seem to understand physics and simulation. They can't even get dates... » Read More No, I wish I could find one. I actually owned the CycleOps 410 for a couple of weeks. Good software, sturdy and very adjustable. Unfortunately the drivetrain felt like cheap chinese bearings filled with sand. CycleOps did honor the warranty by driving out to my place (over 100 miles) and picking up the bike.The biggest problems with the ProForm are with the software. They've made some improvements lately but it's taken them over a year to make any progress and they have a long, long way to go. They just don't seem to understand physics and simulation. They can't even get dates correct. At least the bike is smooth feeling. « Show Less
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We were lucky. Amazon replaced the unit even when ProForm would not. The new unit works great. We researched bikes for months and could not find anything that matched the ProForm. The other possibility was the CycleOps. It looks high quality, but it doesn't have the Google Map compatibility.
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i had the same problem so i had it brought it to the bike shop. i share all the sentiments of michael b. not only that, the seat is very stiff and provides a very uncomfortable ride. i can only last a few minutes. the bike is hardly used.
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As cheap and sturdy as these little bikes are, just upgrade\ crossgrade to new parts that fit your aesthetic choices. Look at citygrounds.com or even
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Sorry, we had no trouble at all with this bike, either upon shipment, during assembly or during usage. I suggest you take it to a good bike repair shop in your area and ask the question. Good luck!
1203147
I would recommend it but must tell you that when I was in Sam's club last week the had a schwinn adult trike with 3 sppeds that looked to be much better quality and if I had my choice of it or mine I would choose the Schwinn. The only thing that really bothers me is not being able to use the rear fenders. Because of that, if the roads are wet , it kicks water up on you. Other than that, it's great
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This is a good quality bike for the money, no doubt. However I find I'm not riding mine often because there isn't enough range with fine adjustments. Fine adjustments are critical with biking particularly if you are in the saddle for a while...
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Do not buy this bike from Amazon, it is a broken piece of junk. I received one, returned it and subsequently received a replacement that was in even worse shape ! Amazon quickly refunded the money, but what a headache !!
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Based on feedback from other reviews I replaced the brakes before I used the bike! I am very very happy with the bike overall - by upgrading the brakes, the chain tensioner, and new rim tape. This is a screaming bike,make sure you have a bike shop give it a tune-up before riding.
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in between mountain bike and regular tires. The bike is a pos though. I already returned it and went to a real bike store. Save yourself some aggravation, go to a real bike shop.
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I just bought mine before Christmas. So, I have just a few days to ride it. But, I do like what I have seen so far. This being my second year to compete in triathlon, I think this is going to be a good bike for me for this year. Compared to my first triathlon bike, it's a lot lighter in weight and handles well! I hope this helps your decision.
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Yes,I agree with your concern;It's been almost 2+ months since I own this Schwin 170,it is an excellent bike & it's a smooth ride!!! but one thing I don't like it's the seat,it's not comfortable at all ...too cumbersome /Big.
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go with a different company, my tires have each blown out, the pedals stripped the cheap threads on the cranks. and honestly I'm affraid the entire frame might just explode. The cranks aren't under warranty either by the way.
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I bought this bike last year, it is not a good bike- I've had problems with it since day 1-
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57. But go with a nicer bike. Buy local. Might be an extra 100 dollars but most shops offer warranties, and when you get into low end bikes, warranties = less headache.
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I had no issues assembling this bike, there were, however, parts missing(nuts and bolts) i replaced those got the bike together and went for a short ride to test it all out before i let my GF(who the bike is for) ride it. Well i immediately regretted buying the bike. The frame is bent and pulls to the right. i should have spent a little more and got a better bike. She seems to like it overall but she also regrets the purchase and i probably wont ever buy a bike off amazon again because of it Local Bike shops for me from now on. the 6 speed gears are a plus. having the baskets is nice but the whole bike seems poorly engineered. I had no issues assembling this bike, there were, however, parts missing(nuts and bolts) i replaced those got the bike together and went for a short ride to test it all out before i let my GF(who the bike is for) ride it. Well i immediately regretted buying the bike. The frame is bent and pulls to the right. i should have spent a little more and got a better bike. She seems to like it overall but she also regrets the purchase and i probably wont ever buy a bike off amazon again because of it Local Bike shops for me from now on. the 6 speed gears are a plus. having the baskets is nice but... » Read More I had no issues assembling this bike, there were, however, parts missing(nuts and bolts) i replaced those got the bike together and went for a short ride to test it all out before i let my GF(who the bike is for) ride it. Well i immediately regretted buying the bike. The frame is bent and pulls to the right. i should have spent a little more and got a better bike. She seems to like it overall but she also regrets the purchase and i probably wont ever buy a bike off amazon again because of it Local Bike shops for me from now on. the 6 speed gears are a plus. having the baskets is nice but the whole bike seems poorly engineered. « Show Less
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I think the answers by others are good, but I say no. Go to a good sporting goods like Dick's or [my favorite] Academy Sports and try out theirs. I like my bike but if I was starting all over I think I might go for an eliptical machine.
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Not good. The limited "range of motion" of the pedals or whatever you call it is so small that it's difficult to push through tough terrain or go very fast at all. I guess that's the point of this bike. It's a "safe" bike. My son doesn't like this bike because it's tough to pedal on anything but smooth concrete.