What is the difference between this bike and this: http://www.amazon.com/Vilano-Performa...
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This Performance brand uses caliper brakes (used on road bikes), while the Vilano Hybrid uses the much better, linear pull brakes (used on hybrids and mountain bikes). This Performance bike wont allow for a linear brake upgrade. But you can get the expensive dual-pivot caliper brakes that can match the performance of linear pull brakes.
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As for packaging, mine looked like crap but the bike was fine. The pedals are regular pedals that you can get almost anywhere if you don't like them... Do make sure you look at the designation on the pedals and put them on the correct side or you will strip them out. You can always reject the shipment (if you are there to receive it) if the bike is haging out of it. Or Amazon is really good about refunds.
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Check again, they are all 3 now available at another place... most frequent GOOGLE result and for 200 less than here. I just bought the large, and I am 5'10, but I have a 30" inseam and it fits ok and I have even had to adjust the seat up quite a bit more than I was expecting. I added a diamondback pillowtop saddle, since I am new to biking also and the saddle that it comes with was killing me. If you are mechanically adept, you can assemble the bike easily but it is good to have a REAL bike shop look it over, the box store assembled mine and it ended up scratched, with under inflated tires, the brakes squeaked, handle bars were not aligned properly, and the deraillers needed adjustment Check again, they are all 3 now available at another place... most frequent GOOGLE result and for 200 less than here. I just bought the large, and I am 5'10, but I have a 30" inseam and it fits ok and I have even had to adjust the seat up quite a bit more than I was expecting. I added a diamondback pillowtop saddle, since I am new to biking also and the saddle that it comes with was killing me. If you are mechanically adept, you can assemble the bike easily but it is good to have a REAL bike shop look it over, the box store assembled mine and it ended up scratched, with under inflated... » Read More Check again, they are all 3 now available at another place... most frequent GOOGLE result and for 200 less than here. I just bought the large, and I am 5'10, but I have a 30" inseam and it fits ok and I have even had to adjust the seat up quite a bit more than I was expecting. I added a diamondback pillowtop saddle, since I am new to biking also and the saddle that it comes with was killing me. If you are mechanically adept, you can assemble the bike easily but it is good to have a REAL bike shop look it over, the box store assembled mine and it ended up scratched, with under inflated tires, the brakes squeaked, handle bars were not aligned properly, and the deraillers needed adjustment « Show Less
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Wish I could help with your question. For me, it's a great bike, but the tires that came with it were too narrow for the best ride, even on roads. Changed tires and it's a great ride.
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Check your bikes there seems to be two different bikes, that or similar, on Amazon.com. the one I purchased has handlebars that are closer. And did not cost as much as the other one.
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This bike to me is an authentic road bike even though the price is relatively low compared to some others. It is lightweight and I heard that the same company that made the frame for this bike, also makes the same frame for much more expensive road bikes. You can learn how to put it together from a you tube video that someone posted. If I did it I think most people can also.
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The biggest difference I have seen (we own one of each) is that the shoulder straps are stationary and a removable cup holder on the performance ride. The seats themselves are very similar. I prefer the performance ride for ease of use, but that's strictly my opinion.
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I think now, the blue one is single speed alloy pedal breaks. Now, they have a silver one (just search victory touring and scroll down) that is alluminum (used to be heavy steel), 6 speed, handle breaks.Either way, they frame is the same - beautiful but awkward to fit on a car bike rack. There is a price difference, so that may be a factor
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We replaced the seat but could not find a replacement seat by Vilano; I don't think they make them. We used the parts from a different bike and it worked fine. You just have to make sure you find one that fits into the hole.
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I don't know the difference but must admit that I am happier with this one more than the previous one, it seems lighter and more durable. Sorry can't be more of help
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Although I purchased the Men's version, there is very little difference. I am very happy with this bike. It is extremely lite in weight and remains pretty rugged. It picks up speed with little effort and I love the ride. The only complaint I have is the tire tube needed replacement after only several Months.
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Nautilus R514 Recumbant post: Your review is good - and not having seen these two sister products side-by-side, I would definitely say that the Schwinn display looks more updated (color, etc.) while the Nautilus looks bad. You did miss one thing: the R514 has a 'powerful fan.' Now, I like that feature, but I can get the 240 for $399 including tax and shipping. That means that for $150 I get a better warranty and a fan, but many of the reviewers on various sites have said that the fan is, in the words of Charles Barkley, TURRIBLE! So I agree with you, and am going to order the Schwinn. Using an external fan may not be chic, but it probably works better and it's free (top shelf of my hall closet :-)). Thanks for the fine review - well done.
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It seems the same bicycle but with a few more bells and whistles. For example, my fan has only one speed and I do not have the mp3 thing.
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Found a fairly decent writeup on the difference @ http://www.livestrong.com/article/270832-comparison-of-schwinn-230-240-bikes/
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Check the ship weights - 65 Lbs. vs. 25 Lbs. - the Vilano appears to be a much lighter bike.
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I ordered two of these bikes for my twins birthday last April (one green and one purple) I can't remember for sure, but I think there is a something on the box that says bike. To be sure I would contact the company and ask. I had to contact them and asked a question about shipping and they got back to me the same day. They have excellent customer service. Also this bike is great!!! We took it to our local high end bike store to get a flat tire fixed. All the workers had to come over and check it out. They said they have never seen this brand and were HIGHLY impressed with the quality of all the parts on the bike. They also kept telling my son how cool it was. I ordered two of these bikes for my twins birthday last April (one green and one purple) I can't remember for sure, but I think there is a something on the box that says bike. To be sure I would contact the company and ask. I had to contact them and asked a question about shipping and they got back to me the same day. They have excellent customer service. Also this bike is great!!! We took it to our local high end bike store to get a flat tire fixed. All the workers had to come over and check it out. They said they have never seen this brand and were HIGHLY impressed with the quality of all... » Read More I ordered two of these bikes for my twins birthday last April (one green and one purple) I can't remember for sure, but I think there is a something on the box that says bike. To be sure I would contact the company and ask. I had to contact them and asked a question about shipping and they got back to me the same day. They have excellent customer service. Also this bike is great!!! We took it to our local high end bike store to get a flat tire fixed. All the workers had to come over and check it out. They said they have never seen this brand and were HIGHLY impressed with the quality of all the parts on the bike. They also kept telling my son how cool it was. « Show Less
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Minor difference in technical specs and / or components. As far as I can tell, the last significant change was around 2010 when they went to a rear disc brake. The 2014 spec shows shimano derailleurs which I think is a fairly recent change as in earlier models they used SRAM derailleurs. Overall, I don't think it's worth losing much sleep over... The Paratrooper is really solid bike in my opinion.