Schwinn options for commuting to work
04-13-09 | 05:40 PM
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Schwinn options for commuting to work
I have two options for a very limited budget. Either spend $90 for a 1980s schwinn world touring bike or go to target and buy a brand new one for $220.
Which is the better of the two options considering I'll be riding only 20 m a day to and from work?
Considering durability, quality, comfort, etc?
Thanks in advance for your opinions. I appreciate it!
Which is the better of the two options considering I'll be riding only 20 m a day to and from work?
Considering durability, quality, comfort, etc?
Thanks in advance for your opinions. I appreciate it!
04-13-09 | 05:43 PM
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Three things to consider. Does it fit, does it fit and does it fit.
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"When I hear another express an opinion, which is not mine, I say to myself, He has a right to his opinion, as I to mine; why should I question it. His error does me no injury, and shall I become a Don Quixot to bring all men by force of argument, to one opinion? If a fact be misstated, it is probable he is gratified by a belief of it, and I have no right to deprive him of the gratification."
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04-13-09 | 06:04 PM
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I would go with the older Schwinn. Parts for Schwinn, even very old Schwinns are available. It was American made and if its in good condition ought to last a long time.
I am skeptical of modern department store bikes, Schwinn included.
I am skeptical of modern department store bikes, Schwinn included.
04-13-09 | 06:25 PM
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My commuter was a '77 Schwinn Le Tour II last year and it worked great. Assuming the bike is in good condition and you keep up on the maintenance, the 80's Schwinn should outlast a new dept store bike.
04-13-09 | 07:37 PM
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04-13-09 | 08:08 PM
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the older one will probably be the better bike in this case. Spend the extra cash on a good tuneup and accesories
04-13-09 | 08:28 PM
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The $90 bike with $100 in tuneup would almost certainly be a more durable bike in the long run.
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