Why are there differences [i.e. curved handle-bars, amongst other things I've noticed] between these on amazon, and those on TikeBikes' website?
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This is a GlideBike: http://www.glidebikes.com/ezee-glider - different brand. Most of these differences are more about preference. Personally both of my children love the design of this bike and a drop-tiered frame is more about aesthetics than anything else.
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Thanks Todd for the info. We are actually getting a refund from them as well. We were going to go out and buy the extreme bike with the refund but now I think we will just save our money. Thanks for sharing your experience! You have been very helpful and probably saving us a lot of time and hassel! You are right about one thing though They do have great customer service.Melissa
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The particular avenir MTB handlebar I bought has a 100mm rise, and there is nearly 180mm before the curve. I have a 4.5" grip, a handbrake, and an old friction type gear shifter all mounted on one side and equivalent on the other.
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Not to my knowledge.....different models may be different sizes but this particular bike only comes in the one size. The whole idea is that it is compact....however, the handle bars and seat accommodate almost every size. This is a great bike. It is built solid and rides like a dream.....it is geared so well that you forget you're on a folding bike with smaller than usual tires. I took mine to the local bicycle shop for the minor assembly that was needed but if you're handy and knowledgeable about bikes there's no reason you couldn't do it yourself. Bottom line: I love my bike! It performs as well as the top of the line Trek it replaced and I've not had one moment of regret! Not to my knowledge.....different models may be different sizes but this particular bike only comes in the one size. The whole idea is that it is compact....however, the handle bars and seat accommodate almost every size. This is a great bike. It is built solid and rides like a dream.....it is geared so well that you forget you're on a folding bike with smaller than usual tires. I took mine to the local bicycle shop for the minor assembly that was needed but if you're handy and knowledgeable about bikes there's no reason you couldn't do it yourself. Bottom line: I love my bike! It performs... » Read More Not to my knowledge.....different models may be different sizes but this particular bike only comes in the one size. The whole idea is that it is compact....however, the handle bars and seat accommodate almost every size. This is a great bike. It is built solid and rides like a dream.....it is geared so well that you forget you're on a folding bike with smaller than usual tires. I took mine to the local bicycle shop for the minor assembly that was needed but if you're handy and knowledgeable about bikes there's no reason you couldn't do it yourself. Bottom line: I love my bike! It performs as well as the top of the line Trek it replaced and I've not had one moment of regret! « Show Less
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The only difference that I can see is this frame has a name on it. And the frame on the bike I have has no frame. I believe it was made for shimano by the same people. All the equipment seems to be the same.
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I thought it was a weird question until I looked up "Bb68 73" and found this...Shimano XT SM-BB70 Hollowtech II Bottom BracketLooking at the pictures on the left...Now that's weird.
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Yeah. But it's not really bike specific it's handle bar specific. And if your handle bars are stock then they are most likely the skinny renthals with the crossbar. Either way if you buy these and you have the fatbars all you would have to do is get the oversized mount
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As for packaging, mine looked like crap but the bike was fine. The pedals are regular pedals that you can get almost anywhere if you don't like them... Do make sure you look at the designation on the pedals and put them on the correct side or you will strip them out. You can always reject the shipment (if you are there to receive it) if the bike is haging out of it. Or Amazon is really good about refunds.
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i just received my order yesterday but have not opened the box because the model pictured on amazon is not the exact model they are shipping out. look at the handle bars, the seat, and the breaking mechanism. these are all different. seems like they are shipping out an older version of the same model. I contacted customer service and told them to change the picture yesterday but no change yet. they did reply quickly and told me i could return it as they do not have the model pictured. my first real bad experience with amazon, not cool.
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In my opinion the photo that's featured on the Amazon website is out of date. The reason I am saying this is because you'll notice that the spoke wheel on Amazon is also a 3-spoke wheel whereas on Mesa's website it's a 5-spoke wheel. It could be that Amazon itself is selling an older model as well and that's why there's a significant difference in price between Amazon and everyone else. I can tell you for a fact that when you place an order with us you will receive whatever is featured on the Mesa website as that is the most up-to-date source and that's where we ship from - all of our products are manufacturer direct. If you are still unsure you can call the Mesa customer service line at 1-888-381-8514. In my opinion the photo that's featured on the Amazon website is out of date. The reason I am saying this is because you'll notice that the spoke wheel on Amazon is also a 3-spoke wheel whereas on Mesa's website it's a 5-spoke wheel. It could be that Amazon itself is selling an older model as well and that's why there's a significant difference in price between Amazon and everyone else. I can tell you for a fact that when you place an order with us you will receive whatever is featured on the Mesa website as that is the most up-to-date source and that's where we ship from - all of our... » Read More In my opinion the photo that's featured on the Amazon website is out of date. The reason I am saying this is because you'll notice that the spoke wheel on Amazon is also a 3-spoke wheel whereas on Mesa's website it's a 5-spoke wheel. It could be that Amazon itself is selling an older model as well and that's why there's a significant difference in price between Amazon and everyone else. I can tell you for a fact that when you place an order with us you will receive whatever is featured on the Mesa website as that is the most up-to-date source and that's where we ship from - all of our products are manufacturer direct. If you are still unsure you can call the Mesa customer service line at 1-888-381-8514. « Show Less
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I was a first time bike buyer. And I just went YouTube. There are lots of step by step tutos. Try. It is cheaper than going bikeshop. Thanks
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I think now, the blue one is single speed alloy pedal breaks. Now, they have a silver one (just search victory touring and scroll down) that is alluminum (used to be heavy steel), 6 speed, handle breaks.Either way, they frame is the same - beautiful but awkward to fit on a car bike rack. There is a price difference, so that may be a factor
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I believe all pictures are the Hornet. Difference is the color and the grip restraint. I have the black one with the straps and believe I read somewhere that was a change as the rings (depicted in white pictures) didn't hold firmly potentially damaging bike grips.
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I just noticed that as well. The bracket design is different between the two sites. Nevertheless, I bought the one from Amazon and it works like a champ. No issues...
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They have a product selection tool on their website: http://goo.gl/919Pvy There are a few different models, depends on the specific configuration of your bike. The first time I ordered, I picked the wrong model, was too small. They shipped a replacement right away. So far, been a great product in use daily.
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I spoke with a rep at J&B; (manufacturer) and I went on their website www.jbi.bike and determined I indeed received a part that will not work for my bike. I received 58383 but should have received 58391. If you go to their web site you can confirm. The part they sent has a length of 180mm quill (too long per spec given in description) and the fork diameter (stem) is not 22.2mm, it is in fact 25.4mm. I ended up returning the product twice and then bought the correct part from bikeparts.com
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I just put my bike on crooked using the frame, but it would no doubt be better and more stable if I got a cross-bar adapter such as the Allen Sports Tension Bar Bicycle Cross-Bar Adapter which is one of the less expensive of such bars available on Amazon. May be I'll order one, myself :)!