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Urban Mover Terrain Folding Electric Bike (26-Inch Wheels) The most popular form of transportation in the world is the bicycle, but few Americans take it seriously as a car alternative. Enter the Urban Mover Terrain electric bike, a battery-powered bicycle that can go farther and faster than a conventional bike with little effort. The Terrain is outfitted with such features as a lightweight, folding aluminum alloy frame, a Shimano Tourney gear set and shifter, and 20-inch alloy wheel rims with stainless-steel spokes. The folding frame is particularly convenient, as it takes up about as much space as the average piece of luggage, letting you tuck it snugly into the corner of your trunk or closet. It’s the advanced Panasonic lithium battery and powerful UM brushless hub motor that really steal the show, however. The electric assistance makes it easy to pop into town for groceries or commute across the city, because the bike’s sensor detects how hard you’re riding and instantly matches the effort. Even a casual peddler can maintain speeds of 12 to 18 miles per hour with a minimum of effort. And when you stop peddling, the power is interrupted immediately so that you’re always in total control. It’s the perfect bike for commuters tired of facing traffic jams day in and day out or dealing with the spiraling costs of car ownership.

The Terrain offers a real alternative to the social and fiscal costs of driving. Maintenance and fuel costs are minimal, with the electricity for charging the fuel checking in at about 10 cents for every 12 to 18 miles (the charger works in standard outlets and charges in less than six hours). In addition, the bike effectively flattens hills by increasing your average speed on the approach, making it simple to climb hills of up to 12 percent without collapsing in exhaustion. And although it won’t keep you as fit as a conventional bike, the Terrain will get you outdoors and moving. Perhaps the most popular feature, however, is the emission-free design, which is far cleaner and greener than carbon-based transportation. And if you charge the bike using power from a wind generator or solar panels, you’ll be even greener. All that plus it doesn’t smell or rattle, is completely silent, and is easy to maintain.

Urban Mover Cruiser Hybrid Bike (24-Inch Wheels) The most popular form of transportation in the world is the bicycle, but few Americans take it seriously as a car alternative. Enter the Urban Mover Cruiser electric hybrid bike, a battery-powered bicycle that can go farther and faster than a conventional bike with little effort. The Cruiser is outfitted with such traditional bike features as a lightweight, double heat-treated step-through alloy frame, a Shimano Tourney gear set and shifter, and 24-inch alloy wheel rims with stainless-steel spokes. It’s the advanced Panasonic lithium battery and powerful UM brushless hub motor that really steal the show, however. The electric assistance makes it easy to pop into town for groceries or commute across the city, because the bike’s sensor detects how hard you’re riding and instantly matches the effort. Even a casual peddler can maintain speeds of 12 to 18 miles per hour with a minimum of effort. And when you stop peddling, the power is interrupted immediately so that you’re always in total control. It’s the perfect bike for commuters tired of facing traffic jams day in and day out or dealing with the spiraling costs of car ownership.

The Cruiser offers a real alternative to the social and fiscal costs of driving. Maintenance and fuel costs are minimal, with the electricity for charging the fuel checking in at about 10 cents for every 12 to 18 miles (the charger works in standard outlets and charges in less than six hours). In addition, the bike effectively flattens hills by increasing your average speed on the approach, making it simple to climb hills of up to 12 percent without collapsing in exhaustion. And although it won’t keep you as fit as a conventional bike, the Cruiser will get you outdoors and moving. Perhaps the most popular feature, however, is the emission-free design, which is far cleaner and greener than carbon-based transportation. And if you charge the bike using power from a wind generator or solar panels, you’ll be even greener. All that plus it doesn’t smell or rattle, is completely silent, and is easy to maintain.

Nirve Paul Frank Pirate Skurvy Men’s Cruiser Bike Cool, smart, and ultra-comfortable, the Nirve Paul Frank Pirate Skurvy single-speed men’s cruiser bike gets you to your destination in style. The Pirate Skurvy sports such features as smooth-rolling 26-inch wheels with alloy rims, a black front basket for carrying groceries and other items, and a fun bell on the right handlebar. The tractor-style double-spring saddle and cruiser-style handlebars, meanwhile, let you ride in all-day comfort. Perhaps the coolest feature, however, is the proprietary 18-inch Galaxie pirate-themed frame, which was designed by renowned artist Paul Frank. Simply put, you can’t find a cooler ride anywhere. Other details include vintage grips, a blacked-out components group, and a welded kickstand.

Schwinn Gremlin 16″ Kid”s Bike 16″ Hi-Ten Steel, step-thru frame is sized for 4-6-year-olds. Chainguard, stem pad and handlebar crossbar pad adds stylish protection. Detachable training wheels make learning to balance a snap. Schwinn design integrated kickstand keeps the bike looking good when the training wheels come off. High quality, durable alloy rims.

Nirve Hello Kitty Special Edition Retro Kitty Girl’s/Women’s 24-Inch Cruiser Bike Encourage your daughter to ride in style with the Retro Kitty girl’s/women’s single-speed 24-inch cruiser bike. Ideal for girls between the ages of 9 and 11 or women who prefer a small-boned bike, the Retro Kitty is equipped with such features as a proprietary Galaxie frame, 24-inch whitewall tires with alloy rims, and full-length fenders. The double-spring Hello Kitty saddle and cruiser-style handlebars, meanwhile, are designed for all-day comfort. Perhaps the sweetest feature, however, is the bike’s two-tone pink/white retro color and shape, which call to mind the classic ladies’ bikes of the ’50s and ’60s. Other details include a Hello Kitty bell, a coaster brake, and a welded kickstand.

Nirve Pyro Men’s 3-Speed Cruiser Bike Cool, smart, and ultra-comfortable, the Nirve Pyro three-speed adult cruiser bike gets you to your destination in style. The bike sports such features as a proprietary 18-inch Galaxie frame and smooth-rolling 26-inch wheels with BadAss flame tread tires. The flame-embossed double-spring saddle and cruiser-style handlebars, meanwhile, are built for all-day comfort. Perhaps the coolest feature, however, is the matte black finish and stylish retro shape, which fuses an old-school aesthetic with modern detailing. Simply put, you won’t find a cooler ride anywhere. Other features include a blacked-out component group, a QR seat binder, a black springer fork with a red spring, red alloy rims, coaster brakes, and a welded kickstand.

Kawasaki 26″ KDX226FS Dual Suspension Bike The senior member of the Kawasaki mountain bike line-up is the KDX226FS aluminum frame, suspension front and rear, Shimano TZ 21-speed drive-train, an alloy DISC brake up front, alloy V-brake in the rear, double-wall alloy rims, alloy quick release seat pin and racy Kawasaki graphics. Loaded with features for comfort, performance and style the KDX226FS, is one terrific bike. Kickstand included.

Kawasaki 74226-9 KDX226FS Dual Suspension 26 Inch Mountain Bike - Silver The senior member of the Kawasaki mountain bike line-up is the KDX226FS aluminum frame, suspension front and rear, Shimano TZ 21-speed drive-train, an alloy DISC brake up front, alloy V-brake in the rear, double-wall alloy rims, alloy quick release seat pin and racy Kawasaki graphics. Loaded with features for comfort, performance and style the KDX226FS, is one terrific bike. Kickstand included.

Kawasaki 73026-9 KDX126FS Dual Suspension 26 Inch Mountain Bike - Black The KDX126FS offers high tech off road performance for all riders. It features Shimano 21-speed drive-train, front and rear Alloy V-brakes, Alloy rims with Stainless Steel spokes, knobby all-terrain tires and genuine front and rear suspension, all adding up to an awesome package at a small price. Kickstand included.

Nirve Paul Frank Skurvy Women’s Single Speed Cruiser Bike Cool, smart, and ultra-comfortable, the Nirve Paul Frank Skurvy women’s single-speed men’s cruiser bike gets you to your destination in style. The Skurvy sports such features as smooth-rolling 26-inch wheels with alloy rims, a front basket for carrying groceries and other items, and a bell on the right handlebar. The tractor-style double-spring saddle and cruiser-style handlebars, meanwhile, let you ride in all-day comfort. Perhaps the coolest feature, however, is the proprietary Galaxie cruiser frame, which was designed by renowned artist Paul Frank. Simply put, you can’t find a cooler ride anywhere. Other details include white vintage grips, whitewall tires, and a welded kickstand.

Kawasaki 74226-9 KDX226FS Dual Suspension 26 Inch Mountain Bike - Silver The senior member of the Kawasaki mountain bike line-up is the KDX226FS aluminum frame, suspension front and rear, Shimano TZ 21-speed drive-train, an alloy DISC brake up front, alloy V-brake in the rear, double-wall alloy rims, alloy quick release seat pin and racy Kawasaki graphics. Loaded with features for comfort, performance and style the KDX226FS, is one terrific bike. Kickstand included.

ALPHA Bicycles - Campus Commuter Bike 21 Speed Hi-Ten/Cromoly Frame MTB 26″ wheels, double wall CNC alloy rims Designed for general commuting Shimano 21 spd Drive train Micro Index Shifting Alloy Hubs Exclusive LHR Street Tires Stainless Steel Spokes Quick release seatpin Alloy linera pull brakes Long wheelbase Multiple frame sizes & colors available.

Mongoose MGX Atlas Women’s Mountain Bike Nicely lightweight, the Mongoose MGX Atlas women’s 26-inch mountain bike will ably handle both backwoods trails and the tough terrain of city streets with its strong alloy frame. It features a precision 21-speed Shimano drive train, Shimano derailleur, and SRAM gear shifters for easy and accurate changes on the fly. The Element XC front suspension provides a smoother ride over rough terrain as well as improved control. Other features include a comfortable ATB anatomical saddle, lightweight alloy rims with MTB hubs, alloy linear pull brakes, chunky MTB wheels, three-piece crank, and an MTB riser handlebar and stem.

Specifications:

• Frame & Fork: Women’s Alloy Frame with Element Fork
• Handlebar / Stem: MTB Riser Handlebar and Stem
• Shifting System: 21-Speed Shifting with Shimano Rear Derailleur
• Brakes: Alloy Linear Pull Brakes
• Crankset: 3-piece Crank
• Wheels: Lightweight Alloy Rims with Steel MTB Hubs

Assembly of the Bike:
This bike comes mostly assembled. Minor assembly is required before the bike can be used.

Amazon.com Bicycle Buying Guide
Finding the Right Bike
To really enjoy cycling, it’s important to find a bicycle that works for you. Here are some things to keep in mind when you’re in the market for a new bike:

The Right Ride
In general, bikes are broken down into three major categories:

• Road and Racing Bikes–As a general rule, road and racing are built for speed and longer distances on paved surfaces. Thinner tires, lightweight 29-inch (700c) wheels and drop bars that allow for a more aerodynamic position are the norm. Most road bikes, regardless of price, offer many gears for tackling both hilly and flat terrain.
• Mountain Bikes–With their larger tires, hill-friendly gearing and upright position, mountain bikes are very popular for all types of riding, both on pavement and off. Mountain bikes that are designed specifically for rugged trail use typically feature a suspension fork. Some may have rear suspension, as well. A quick change of the tires on any mountain bike–even one that you use regularly on trails–adds to its versatility and makes it a worthy street machine.
• Comfort/Cruiser Bikes–For tooling around on bike paths, light trails, or for cruising a quiet beach-side lane, comfort/cruiser bikes are the ticket. With a super-relaxed riding position, padded seats, and limited or no gearing, these bikes are made for enjoying the scenery and having fun with the family.

The Right Price
A bike’s price boils down to three essentials: frame materials, bike weight, and component quality and durability.

• Entry-level–You’ll find a wide range of comfort and cruiser bikes in this category, as well as some lower-end mountain bikes and road bikes. Most will have steel frames and components that are designed to last for several years with frequent use.
• Mid-range–Bikes in this range may feature a lighter aluminum frame with mid-range components that keep performing after miles of use. If you’re looking for a quality bike that is relatively lightweight and will stand up to abuse, this is the “sweet spot.” Most serious commuter and touring bikes fall into this category, as do mid-range mountain bikes with a decent front suspension.
• High-end–Racers and serious enthusiasts who expect lightweight, high-performance components will want to stick to this category. For road bikes, exotic frame materials (carbon fiber, titanium) and ultra-lightweight components can add thousands to the price tag. Mountain bikes in this class often feature advanced front and rear suspension technology, as well as components designed to handle lots of rugged trail action.

The Right Size
Fit is crucial for comfort, control, and proper power and endurance on a bike. Here are some basic bike fit tips:

• Stand-over Height–To find out if a bike’s overall height fits your body, measure your inseam. Next, determine how much clearance you’ll need between your crotch and the top tube of the bike. For a mountain bike, you’ll want three to five inches of clearance. A road bike should offer between one and two inches of clearance, while a commuter bike should have two to four inches. Compare the stand-over height for a given bike to your measurements (inseam + clearance) to determine the right bike height.
• Top Tube Length–You can measure your torso to get a good estimate of proper top tube length. First, make a fist and extend your arm. Measure from the center of your fist to the end of your collarbone (the part that intersects your shoulder). Next, measure your torso by placing a book against your crotch with the spine facing up. Measure from the spine to the bottom of your throat (the spot between your collarbones). Finally, add the two measurements (arm length + torso length), divide the number in half and subtract six inches. This is your approximate top tube length. Compare this number to a bike’s posted top tube length. You can allow for about two inches longer or shorter, as most bikes can be adjusted via stem length/height and saddle fore/aft position to make fine adjustments to the fit.
• Bikes for Women–Proportionally, women tend to have a shorter torso and longer legs than men. Bike makers design women’s bikes that offer a shorter top tube and many comfort/cruiser bikes built for women may also provide more stand-over clearance.

The Right Accessories
When you make a bike purchase, don’t forget these crucial add-ons:

• Helmet (this is a must!)
• Seat pack
• Lock
• Hydration pack, or water bottles and bottle cages
• Spare tubes
• Portable bike pump
• Gloves

Customer Review: Avoid this bike!
Box arrived in reasonable condition, bike did not. Scratched in several areas, while other parts looked used. Missing endcaps for tires, but that is a minor annoyance. Cool decals and logos looked like stickers. Very cheap looking. I swallowed my disappointment and attempted to assemble the few remaining parts.

Cadillac Adventure Series AV-SL Men’s Deluxe Comfort Bike Designed from the ground up as the ultimate men’s comfort bike, the Cadillac AV-SL offers generous stand-over clearance, a riding position that’s ideal for cruising around town, and a memory foam saddle/suspension seat post that’s remarkably soft and snug. As a result, both cross-town bike rides and jaunts to the corner market are comfortable and fun. Yet the bike doesn’t sacrifice performance for comfort thanks to such features as complete Shimano Nexave 21-speed push/tap shifters, a Shimano Nexave rear derailleur, a micro-shift alloy front derailleur, lightweight alloy rims with stainless-steel spokes and aluminum nipples, Tektro alloy linear pull brakes, and an aluminum half-moon handlebar. Best of all for style-conscious riders, the AV-SL’s custom high-gloss diamond white paint job will turn heads wherever you go.

The men’s bike, which weighs roughly 32.6 pounds (depending on the wheel size), is available in several sizes: 15 inches (for riders between 5′ 1″ and 5′ 7″), 17 inches (for riders between 5′ 5″ and 5′ 9″), 19 inches (for riders between 5′ 7″ and 5′ 11″), 21 inches (for riders between 5′ 10″ and 6′ 1″), and 23 inches (for riders between 5′ 11″ and 6′ 4″). The AV-SL also carries a lifetime warranty on the frame and a one-year warranty on parts.

Specifications:

• Frame: Custom 7005 Aluminum
• Fork: RST CT-Com-SL with Lockout 50mm Travel
• Chain: KMC Z 51
• Crank set: Shimano Nexave 48, 38, 28
• BB: Shimano UN-52
• Front Derailleur: Micro Shift Alloy
• Rear Derailleur: Shimano Nexave
• Shifters: Shimano Nexave Push Button Tap Shifter 21 speed Dual Index
• Brake levers: Shimano Nexave Integrated
• Brakes: Tektro Alloy Linear Pull Brakes
• Cassette: Shimano 13-34
• Rims: Double Wall Alloy with Stainless Steel Spokes
• Tires: Kenda 841C 26 x 2.0 inches
• Stem: Adjustable Quill Alloy
• Handlebar: Aluminum Half Moon
• Headset: 1-1/8-inch High Stack Semi-Integrated
• Saddle: Cadillac Custom Embossed with Memory Foam
• Seat post: Suspension 27.2
• Pedals: VP Alloy with Rubber Top
• Weight: 32.6 lbs

Amazon.com Bicycle Buying Guide
Finding the Right Bike
To really enjoy cycling, it’s important to find a bicycle that works for you. Here are some things to keep in mind when you’re in the market for a new bike:

The Right Ride
In general, bikes are broken down into three major categories:

• Road and Racing Bikes–As a general rule, road and racing are built for speed and longer distances on paved surfaces. Thinner tires, lightweight 29-inch (700c) wheels and drop bars that allow for a more aerodynamic position are the norm. Most road bikes, regardless of price, offer many gears for tackling both hilly and flat terrain.
• Mountain Bikes–With their larger tires, hill-friendly gearing and upright position, mountain bikes are very popular for all types of riding, both on pavement and off. Mountain bikes that are designed specifically for rugged trail use typically feature a suspension fork. Some may have rear suspension, as well. A quick change of the tires on any mountain bike–even one that you use regularly on trails–adds to its versatility and makes it a worthy street machine.
• Comfort/Cruiser Bikes–For tooling around on bike paths, light trails, or for cruising a quiet beach-side lane, comfort/cruiser bikes are the ticket. With a super-relaxed riding position, padded seats, and limited or no gearing, these bikes are made for enjoying the scenery and having fun with the family.

The Right Price
A bike’s price boils down to three essentials: frame materials, bike weight, and component quality and durability.

• Entry-level–You’ll find a wide range of comfort and cruiser bikes in this category, as well as some lower-end mountain bikes and road bikes. Most will have steel frames and components that are designed to last for several years with frequent use.
• Mid-range–Bikes in this range may feature a lighter aluminum frame with mid-range components that keep performing after miles of use. If you’re looking for a quality bike that is relatively lightweight and will stand up to abuse, this is the “sweet spot.” Most serious commuter and touring bikes fall into this category, as do mid-range mountain bikes with a decent front suspension.
• High-end–Racers and serious enthusiasts who expect lightweight, high-performance components will want to stick to this category. For road bikes, exotic frame materials (carbon fiber, titanium) and ultra-lightweight components can add thousands to the price tag. Mountain bikes in this class often feature advanced front and rear suspension technology, as well as components designed to handle lots of rugged trail action.

The Right Size
Fit is crucial for comfort, control, and proper power and endurance on a bike. Here are some basic bike fit tips:

• Stand-over Height–To find out if a bike’s overall height fits your body, measure your inseam. Next, determine how much clearance you’ll need between your crotch and the top tube of the bike. For a mountain bike, you’ll want three to five inches of clearance. A road bike should offer between one and two inches of clearance, while a commuter bike should have two to four inches. Compare the stand-over height for a given bike to your measurements (inseam + clearance) to determine the right bike height.
• Top Tube Length–You can measure your torso to get a good estimate of proper top tube length. First, make a fist and extend your arm. Measure from the center of your fist to the end of your collarbone (the part that intersects your shoulder). Next, measure your torso by placing a book against your crotch with the spine facing up. Measure from the spine to the bottom of your throat (the spot between your collarbones). Finally, add the two measurements (arm length + torso length), divide the number in half and subtract six inches. This is your approximate top tube length. Compare this number to a bike’s posted top tube length. You can allow for about two inches longer or shorter, as most bikes can be adjusted via stem length/height and saddle fore/aft position to make fine adjustments to the fit.
• Bikes for Women–Proportionally, women tend to have a shorter torso and longer legs than men. Bike makers design women’s bikes that offer a shorter top tube and many comfort/cruiser bikes built for women may also provide more stand-over clearance.

The Right Accessories
When you make a bike purchase, don’t forget these crucial add-ons:

• Helmet (this is a must!)
• Seat pack
• Lock
• Hydration pack, or water bottles and bottle cages
• Spare tubes
• Portable bike pump
• Gloves

Customer Review: Very Nice…
This is one sweet bike. The ride is great, very comfortable, and the gear shifting is so smooth. This bike actually makes me feel I want to ride it every chance I get. The quality of it, is very solid. I’m thinking of getting my wife the female version of it but I looked everywhere and it’s all sold out!
Customer Review: GreatBuy 4 a Caddy
This is my 6th bike. The 2nd one I got from amazon the first was a mongoose mens Comfort bike one size only. It was a joke it was like a walmart / target bike. This bike is so much better than 3 treks I have had ! All my bikes cost over $450 to $700( Diamond back century Road bike ) I put this together in about in 90 min. If you never put a bike together before you should have a good Bike Shop Do IT. It should be about $50> This bike has many of features of many of the top named bikes but about 25% less of the price ! I have taken this bike over 130 miles so far on road with all my stuff about 50lbs. plus me 250 lbs. I can say this bike has lived up to the name Cadillac . It shifts great( so smooth). You will need to change the tubes to Slime ones . I have one thing I do not like about the front brakes they make noise but they work very good .I would give this Caddy 5 wheels out of 5 to any one who wants a good comfort BIKE
just a up date I have 207 miles on and all is well! I have my rear rack full with my trunk and my planners and a handle bar bag! I am very pleased so far will up date . Intel then keep on riding! Up date 7/23/08 over 400 miles bike is working like fine watch! I get lots of comments even from non riders on how good this bike looks & how much did it cost.UP DATE 8/15/08 bike has 540 miles on it now had a front brake noise took it to REI the said to use a good cleanser on the rim some times it picks up grime from the road so I did and now it’s Fine. I changed the handle bar so I could raise my arms to a even more up right to take the load of my neck and back they are low raise bars! they work great for me! Just an up date I have 810 miles 9/17/08 The only maintenance I have done is true the front rim took about five min. I am very pleased with this caddy !

Kawasaki 73026-9 KDX126FS Dual Suspension 26 Inch Mountain Bike - Black The KDX126FS offers high tech off road performance for all riders. It features Shimano 21-speed drive-train, front and rear Alloy V-brakes, Alloy rims with Stainless Steel spokes, knobby all-terrain tires and genuine front and rear suspension, all adding up to an awesome package at a small price. Kickstand included.