Reddit reviews Schwinn Protocol 1.0 Men's Mountain Bike, 26" Wheels
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Schwinn aluminum full suspension frame with front suspension fork for reliable, responsive riding24-speed Shimano EZ-Fire trigger shifters and the Shimano rear derailleur provide a wide gear range and smooth shifting out on the trailFront disc brake and rear alloy V-brake combine for crisp all-condition stoppingLight and strong alloy rims support knobby mountain tires for durable everyday ridingSchwinn alloy crank offers optimal gearing and less pesky maintenance on your end
Schwinn Protocol version 1.0, red, dual-suspension. The economic solution to a sweet commuter mountain bike.
Hi all, after a couple years of light trail riding, I've decided to get much more seriously into it. I'm not a fan of "weekly threads" because I've noticed they usually lead to potential new community members being ignored, causing them to never join in, so I hope I can get some healthy responses and help! :)
I used to have a Diamondback Sorrento Sport, and I loved it for commutes and light trail riding. Sadly, it was stolen and now with me recent, increasing love for riding, I'm in the market for something a little more advanced as I become better at the sport. I'm a broke college student, so my price cut off is about $450 dollars. I'm looking something that will last me a good amount of time, and will work good for a beginner looking to get into advanced trails. These are what I've found so far, but let me know if you guys have any better ideas!
Giant ATX 2 (2017) - $415
https://www.giant-bicycles.com/us/atx-2
I read a lot of amazing reviews on this bike, saying it's one of the best beginners hardtails. Both tires have disk brakes, and they seem to be high quality for the price point. A downside is that it only has 27.5 inch tires, and as far as I know its 29er's or nothing.
Raleigh Tekoa (2016) - $429
https://www.raleighusa.com/tekoa-2319#
This bike really pushes my price point, but I included it because it's a well reviewed, 'old', model that used to cost $600. I feel like this is an excellent deal for a beginner, and with disk brakes and 29-inch tires, it seems amazing.
edit Another HUGE plus(from what I understand) is that the Tekoa has hydrualic disk brakes, rather than mechancial
Scwhinn Protocol 1.0 - $340
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001IANSJ6/ref=s9_acsd_simh_hd_bw_bEHir_c_x_1_w?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=merchandised-search-3&pf_rd_r=M8QVAWG5RY86XC5NHPKJ&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=7262eeaf-5052-5adb-871a-14e25ac2a8c9&pf_rd_i=3404721
I'm a little iffy on this one, but I simply included it for the good reviews, and full suspension. However, I'd heard any bike with full suspension that is under $1000 is probably garbage, it only has 26 inch tires and it only has a disk brake on the front tire. I'm not quite sure if this is really a good bike for an enthusiast.
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Thank you all for the help, and once again I'm fully open to any help or bike suggestions for a measly beginner!
Thank you for a reply, with details! It is a kind of sketchy price range, but I have friends that say they've bought bikes from walmart or department stores around here and they hold up well.
I live right across the street from the most reputable bike retailer in my region. I am going to see what they have before I search more online, I mean, I still have the idea of what bike I want.
I am a beginner, however, I am taking some trails that scare me at times (at that's the point). Really steep hills (so I need disc brakes), and sometimes rocky terrain. Occasional loose dirt (I tend to clean that up), etc..
EDIT: The retailer across the street also does free maintenance on bolts, nuts, screws, gears, chain, cables, and inflates your tyre to correct air pressure.
I like the Schwinn Bike