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.
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I bought a Snow Joe 622U1 in 2011. I was impressed. I live in NE Missouri and do get snow, heavy and wet at times, and use it about 5 -8 times a season Not like a big, gas one, but it beats shoveling.. No problems until tonight (feb, 2014, 4th time this season.). I hit a chunk of ice and it broke a belt. I got my money's worth.
1082395
We only had light snow but did well in 3-4 inch snow, better than most tires. Only tires I put on all of my families cars
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 �
848086
Dan did a great job of answering your question. Keep an eye othe temp.....there are times I still need to add snow to keep it around 80
860918
It is a big machine, very heavy, but it is pretty easy to drive.I have not used it in snow yet so can't say how that would be.
524905
Hello. Yes, this Michelin is by far the smoothest riding and best performing tire available and that includes wet/snow. It is also the quietest tire available too. Thank you, BWT
172796
As far as cross country is concerned, it's a very tough bike. and is well built. As far as bags are concerned,there is a ten pound limit, but as far as overheating, you shouldn't have any problems. The only problem I've had is with getting water on any electrical part, but it must be pretty hard rain or from a hose.
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.
721415
I am very happy with the bike, except that I would have preferred handbrakes. However I am getting used to the footbrakes. The bike is heavy. It is probably not possible to make a lightweight bike 'step through'. I recommend it and I would buy it again
1096316
I live in Michigan and due to our excessive snow this year my dad has only used the bicycle once. We have a long drive with new cement. The section with a moderate hill is about 100 feet. Dad is 87 years old with good strength but bad balance. he had no trouble going up the hill. He did have some trouble coordinating use of the hand brake on the return, so I was holding the bike by the seat for assistance. I am sure he will get it with a few more days of practice. We were using the easiest gear and he was moving uphill at the pace of my fast-walk.
1619814
Well it doesn't snow a lot here but when it does, it holds up very well. I've had absolutely no problems with mine. No regrets making this purchase.
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I live in the south and have mine on a Honda 14 model for about 6 months now. Was real happy at the ease of installation and durability. I routinely put stuff on the top as I am unloading the back of my truck and think it would probably do OK with a snow load provided it wasn't the real heavy wet snow like we get in the south.
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I do drive mine outdoors, but it is not very rugged. It is good on paved surfaces but not on gravel or bumpy yards. I have ridden mine in the rain but I wouldn't let it get too wet or it might damage it. I don't think it would be good in snow or on icy surfaces. Better for malls or paved surfaces.
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Was caught out driving when snow began to fall pretty steady, in Alabama, yeah haha... had to pull in the first parking I came to and park it. No matter how much I babied the throttle it would just spin and hardly move. Tire grip is terrible in snow as well on wet pavement. Although durability is great. Never a flat or pressure problem.
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im in NC so i am not sure about heavy snow but it does well in hot conditions and everyday driving, and also at high speeds on the high way. It is also good in the rain but when washing your truck some water might get in around the liftgate area. Overall it is a great product for the price.
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We just bought ours this summer--we are in OK and don't get lots of snow. I am planning to take it apart when the weather gets cold and storing the parts in the garage.