How do you get ON the bicycle with this thing on it? Its really tall! I have a hybrid 29er, I'm 5'9". Do you get on first, then slide the thing on?
1627130
I appreciate your problem, I have a standard 26" hybrid. I had to raise my seat to make room for the basket. I can't swing my leg over the rear wheel. I am able to get my right foot over the cross bar. With a 29" bike I don't think that would be feasible. You need some height to be able to swing over the basket hazard. You can gain about 6 inches by rolling the bike in the gutter and standing on the curb stone.Good Luck !
1627131
I bought this for my girlfriend who is 5'8" tall. She has it on her mountain bike (26" tires if I recall)and doesn't seem to have a problem with it, and she is over 200lbs. From what I have seen,..you just tilt the bike so you can get a leg over and then stand up with it. She's also never been the most graceful girl, but has yet to dump the bike or what she might be carrying on it doing it this way.
1627132
I have to load the basket first then get on the bike like a girls bike. Throw your leg over the center bar.
1627133
It is tall indeed. I guess the answer is it depends on the angle between the top and down tubes of yor bike. I have a women's 28" and it took me a couple of days (and a minor accident) to get used not to swing my leg ver the saddle and hind wheel to mount the bike. To get on the bike when the trolley tote is on the rack, I think the only way is to pass your leg over the top tube. Hope this helps!
1492091
I'm 5'4" and set the seat at the number 4 position. Not sure how short you are, but the number 1 position would put the seat very close to the pedals. They sell this bike at Dick's Sporting goods which is where we tried it out.
232733
Not sure what a TT bike is and I'm a pretty serious rider. Will tell you that this mount works perfectly on my road bike, but it was too large for my hybrid. The carbon bars on my road bike are "fatter" than those on the hybrid. So I have a second mount - perhaps it will fit on my 29er? Picking it up this weekend and will know then!
6015
I'm pretty sure , I had it installed on my 26in, makes some noise in the tall gear but apparently that's normal. Consult your local bike shop for more info.
1291781
I'm not an expert. You probably should contact the makers. But for me I have a standard hybrid bike ( mountain/street) and I have no issues. Just be sure NEVER leave the child alone. The bike will tip over. You must be there and hold the bike right after you lift you child into it. I brought it for my younger son but I've had older kids on it. I've also purchased handlebars that can mount on the back of my seat so they can hold on.
1240863
Probably too late, but thought I'd chime in. I am 6'4" and 270. I just bought this and I fit fine. Both the handle bars and the seat adjust for height as well as forward/backward, so there are numerous combinations for fit and ride style. And it's heavier than you think! Even at my size, it's a very stable ride. The only movement is in the handle bars ... Four screws secure the handle bar to the frame, but because the forward/backward adjustment just has a single rod to adjust and tighten, there is slight play when you grip the bar.
1966343
It depends on the frame size that you get the bike in. I'm 6'2 and 260 lbs. I got mine from wal_ly worl_d to save on shipping and to ensure a good fit. Ideally, you want at least an inch or two between pant inseam and the top support beam when the bike is straddled to ensure an easy mount and dismount. With no add-ons, bike was excellent except for the seat which I found a bit uncomfortable. I changed the saddle out for an EasySeat 2 which was a 5 minute fix. Now it's comfortable to ride and sails smooth with no problems. Great bike. Especially for the price.
1779938
Everything was easy xcept the seat. Help! How do you put together? I feel like there are too much hardware on a tiny screw that holds together with a but but not to me. Help! I just got this bike I cannot figure it out. There's a seat separate hardware and somehow you stick the hardware in the seat and attach the seat slider....how?????
561165
I'm 5'1" Kathy. I put a pillow behind my back for a tighter fit & it works perfect. I think I can actually adjust it ... just haven't had the time. I'll say this...it's a great deal and way more substantial bike than I expected. I'm really happy I took the plunge.
124376
Hi Linda I see you posted in April 2010 so this reply is probably too late, but it may help other users. I am only 5", and I bought the Schwinn 230. No problems with reaching the pedals; it works like a dream!
1425943
I actually have no idea. I bought the bike for my dad because he has Parkinsons and I thought it would be easy for him to get on and off. He is about 5'10" tall and the bike fits him well. I am 5'6" and it fits me well also. Great bike.
1194512
If your bike is light no problem. Maybe get an extension for the ramp or the steep angel might be a little harder. I usually pull up next to a curb when possible and have the bike on the sidewalk but I am a woman so it's a little heavier for me.
50107
I'm 5'3", I have It and use it and it works, no issues.. What's important is that your comfortable on your bike.
114631
You need threads on your rear wheel to put it on. You will need a tool or a local bike shop can help you
1054528
Hi, It really has to do with your body size and what you are comfortable straddling. Per the Montague website - - Bike Sizing: 18in Frame: 5'3" - 5'10" Standover height 30" 20in Frame: 5'11" - 6'4" Standover height 31" ====== I am 5'7" with short legs and the 18 inch one works fine for me. The "stand-over height" of 30 and 31 inches, respectively can be a good clue. Measure the height from the floor to the top of the cross-bar on a mountain bike you feel comfortable riding (or straddling at a bike shop, if you have none). See if that offers any answers.
1437934
According to the manufacturer's website, it is made to fit most 26" mountain bikes. Here's the web address http://www.weeride.com/Pro-Pilot My wife's bike is 26" and it fits perfectly. If you add this to a 29" bike, you may have a problem with the frame of the WeeRide being too close to the tire. The clearance between the WeeRide frame and the back tire is just a few inches. It's only about an inch and a half from the hinge attachment under the seat to the tire tread.
2228536
I`m only 5'9 and wife 5'2 We don`t have any problems with bike although I did upgrade seats for more comfortable ride. You may have to get longer seat post but other than that you shouldn`t have any problems. Do play with the gears to get used to them as it is dual drive, and communicate changes with each other.