Road Cycling - Schwinn Fastback Ltd for me???

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aadolfi

05-07-04, 04:58 PM

I have the opportunity to buy a Schwinn Fastback Ltd for a screaming deal. I don't know a lot about road bikes and I am a little concerned because I am 6'4 and weight about 225 pounds, I have heard that aluminum frames tend to flex more especially with heavier riders and that you lose a lot of your power because of this. I am looking for feedback from anyone on this issue and the bike in general.

thanx

travis200

05-07-04, 06:46 PM

I used to have a 2001 Fastback I am 6'2" 180 lbs I had the bike almost 1 year and cracked the frame at the down tube and bottom bracket area. I had purchased the bike from a private party so no receipt so no warranty. I am a hard rider. The bike was decent came with some decent components for the price.