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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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.
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.
714354
The bike is heavy but my wife and I both enjoy pedaling this bike and it seems pretty easy. So not an issue for us.
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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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We live in Colorado and have only had snow and cold temps so far. It's very heavy duty. My only recommendation is that it runs big and we have high winds and it tends to blow off (even with the straps). I wish there were more straps. I've had to resort to large bungee cords.
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We've had it outside the entire time, and it has done fine. It isn't very heavy, but comparatively sturdy enough to handle thunderstorms for example. We live in the south, so i can't tell you about snow, but i hope this helps
678748
If your going to be hitting a lot of bumps, I'd go for a straight mountain or a cross bike. This bike is more of a street bike and the skinny tires do not like potholes. Other than that, I like it a lot. And for you the 50cm.
644930
I believe it is 6. Snowiest February in Denver on record. This machine handled it. I have had it for 3 years, got it off Amazon. No brainer at whatever the price.
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I have used mine in 32º .. The darn system is impervious to inclement weather. Rain, cold, heat and some serious off road action. Used the bike everyday for almost 2 years now and have only minor fixes to electrical wiring. I highly recommend this product to anyone thinking about converting to a P.E.V.
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Just bought it this summer, no experience with snow yet, but the frame is strong and it has a good pitch, snow should slide off.
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Not bad at all. You have to shift into 1st or 2nd gear but it is a good bike and I really like it. The quality is pretty good and it has a great paint job. I've had mine for almost a year not. Just a note, I had a bike shop assemble it as it has a lot of adjustments and such, but it was definitely worth it. Mine is bright red in color. Great to be seen on the road.
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I really like the BFGoodrch All Terrain tires. They are very good in driving in the snow, especially at this time of the year.
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Yes, it's a little tricky in snow when it's stock and honestly sucks stock.. That's why after my first trip up north I took the coaster brake off, put a mtb rear disc hub, an adapter for disc brakes, hydraulic brakes and a mtb crankset with bashguard on. After that it's awesome, its still SUPER HEAVY but fun, my friends love it also.. Hope this helps and doesn't discourage you!
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It took both my son and daughter to carry it in...awkward more than anything...but the bike is solid as a rock! I've ridden it since October and love it. I'm up around 245 and it take my weight easily. I do recommend keeping the air pressure at 60lbs or higher...it not only rides better, but the tires won't wear as fast. WTMI? Sorry :-)
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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
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the tires are air. Its is a pretty cool bike, although my son hasnt had much of a chance to ride it being winter and all.