how is this bike in the snow? i live in denver, colorado
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I live in a similar climate in central Oregon. If you ride fixed you will have more control over breaking. ( think driving a manual vs. automatic transmission). It is still pretty sketchy though. If you plan on riding in the snow a lot I would suggest riding a slightly smaller frame than you are used to because you will have more control. I think someone makes a studded tire also.
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Thus far they are far superior to the Dunlops that came on my Honda Fit. The Dunlops were constantly loosing pressure each time the temps dropped. I have yet to drive them through any significant snow however they have had great traction on wet and slushy roads. I'll report back when it winter finally sets in, in Denver. :)
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I live in Michigan and due to our excessive snow this year my dad has only used the bicycle once. We have a long drive with new cement. The section with a moderate hill is about 100 feet. Dad is 87 years old with good strength but bad balance. he had no trouble going up the hill. He did have some trouble coordinating use of the hand brake on the return, so I was holding the bike by the seat for assistance. I am sure he will get it with a few more days of practice. We were using the easiest gear and he was moving uphill at the pace of my fast-walk.
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I am very happy with the bike, except that I would have preferred handbrakes. However I am getting used to the footbrakes. The bike is heavy. It is probably not possible to make a lightweight bike 'step through'. I recommend it and I would buy it again
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use it on my mountain bike inside during the winter months for exercise -its great.
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We never used it in the snow. The large back wheel would probably be "pullable" as the other commenter suggested.
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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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Just bought it this summer, no experience with snow yet, but the frame is strong and it has a good pitch, snow should slide off.
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Dan did a great job of answering your question. Keep an eye othe temp.....there are times I still need to add snow to keep it around 80
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Hi, I have not put it out yet. I am waiting for the snow to melt. Then I tend to mount it to a post and monitor it with a trail camera.
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It has done very well for us on both pavement and some area trails. No major mountain biking around here though so I'm not sure about that kind of performance. Hope that helps!
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I've had mine about a year and a half and it's been drenched in the rain many times. Still works fine. The back power cable did rust off and break when the wind knocked it over a few months ago. Had to ship the wheel to FL and cost me $80. Then I had to take the bike to my bike shop to fix alignment. The bike is a beast and is tough enough for dodging Atlanta traffic. I commute 8 miles 5 times a week and love it. Great bike but like any bike it does require repair now and again.
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I think the wheels are fine. You can't wait until 6 inches of snow has piled up. If you get out there with it after 2 or 3 you can move the snow very easily.
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We've had more snow than I have ever seen in my life this winter. I live dead center on a culdasac and it is still standing. I placed it over an existing 4x4 post from my previous mailbox. Very happy with the look and durability.
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I bought the E300S in May 2012 and my daughter has riden it constantly for all but 2 months during the snowfall and it is quite well built. The tires are great and wear slower than I would have thought because they are the larger pnuematic tires (highly recommended than the smaller solid hard rubber tires). The only thing I will recommend is that after about 3-6 months of use check the chain and ensure it is still tight.
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It seems as though it's fine on the para. I've been riding in a few areas around Denver that have rolling hills and on the downslope it managed to pick up quite a bit of speed while still giving a decent resistance on the legs.
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Overall this is a good bike for the money, and is as pictured. I road bike 30 to 60 miles per week and bought this to spin on when the weather is bad. I find the wheel friction adjustment to be very sensitive and a little finicky. I am 5-11 and have the seat and handle bar adjustments at their maximum. But for the price, no real complaints.