Schwinn Bike Hybrid

The latest exertion to be conquered: biking uphill.

Electric bicycles — a regular pedal-driven bike with a motor for steeper slopes and an optional extra boost — is an idea that has been around for more than a century. But while e-bikes have caught on in certain parts of the world, particularly China, where tens of millions are sold each year, they have never quite captured the imagination of auto-obsessed Americans.

I will never forget the life changing moment that introduced me to bicycle cycling last year as I moved into my first apartment.  Just moving out on my own, I was unpacking and just having a very long day.  So to help out, I grabbed my little TV and hooked it up, not expecting much.  I only got one channel to come in clearly, and of all the sporting events to show in the world, the Tour De France was on, and I lost all interest in finishing my unpacking that afternoon as I discovered deep down a passion for the sport of cycling I had never known before.

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I'm 6'4 and I'm looking for a used hybrid bike (riding for fitness not for comfort), and I can find to 17.5 "and 20" bike frame. I know the right size for me is 22.5 ", but I can not find much. Can I still get a 20" bike and I am comfortable fit.

Posted by on Aug 13, 2009

Maybe. Depends on how long your legs against your chest. Make sure you are getting 175 cranks. You will probably replace the stem with a longer than the Schwinn tend to come with a 100mm.

See if the seller will allow for adjustments and a test ride. You can replace the rod if you buy the bike. You could ask a Schwinn dealer for help on the subject, just be honest you look at a used.

I do not think you would be comfortable with a 20-inch chassis.