Let us talk about some of the features and components now. The Wayfarer comes installed with Shimano 7-speed rear derailleur with SRAM twist shifters, so if you wanted to climb up some hills then it would be a piece of cake. It comes with a large 18” frame which also makes it a more feasible bike for those of us who are slightly huffy beach cruiser taller than the average bear. You can get this bike in a variety of colors, and this model is one of the most efficient Beach Cruisers available. And if you do order it online, it will come 80% pre-assembled so you won’t spend all day with a set of bike spanners in your hand muttering and cursing under your breath.
Cruisers are often ridden at the beach and in humid climates. These conditions can cause wear over time, in particular a rusting frame. “Ensuring that most components are made of aluminum will prevent rust from settling in,” Batista says. “Flower detailing across the bike’s frame, chain guard, and cup holder feel straight out of a 1950s movie.”
Just wanted to add that if you do decide to strip all the parts off you’ll probably be paying hundreds of dollars on either tools or labor from a shop with the tools to put it back together. Once I got everything tuned I measured her chain and it was “stretched” . Just told her to ride it and if it stopped working at some point we could look at replacing it. After that, I personally wouldn’t worry if the chain is just worn.
The cruiser makes you have an upright position always that is why you will feel that the long rides on the bike are very much comfortable. As the name goes, heads will turn around the block in awe when you ride this fancy cruiser. Again, it’s single speed, and it doesn’t have the fenders, baskets, and fancy accessories as some of the others. It’s the perfect college bike for zipping from dorm to class, or for just cursing the boardwalks down in Santa Monica. The saddle, is as you would expect, thickly padded with a classic double spring setup.
With a rich history of making bicycles spanning over 100 years, you can be sure to get a quality machine to suit the way you ride. The Schwinn is constructed with a retro-city frame that is rare to get these days. Other than that it comes fitted with swept-back handlebars. You see the thing that always amazes me about Beach Cruiser bikes is just how many bikes you can get for your money. So in that respect, it’s the same as the others on the list. Using a Beach Cruiser to commute is actually quite a good idea.
Beach Cruisers are essentially just a modern take on classic designs. My father for instance still has and sometimes uses my grandfather’s old bike that was made in the 1930s. The frame of that bike is as good as the day it was bought. For less than $300 you can pick up an absolutely fabulously stylish and practical bike that will serve you well for years. Most Beach Cruiser manufacturers also offer a free lifetime warranty for the frame; as in a forever warranty. This is a cheaper cruiser, so there are some reasons why.
For cooler nights, cozy up with Woolroom’s Chianti Throw to stay warm and toasty. But if you’re looking to splurge a little bit this year, we have some gift ideas we think moms will love. Post your problems, and we will try to get your bike rolling again. It really helps if you can provide pictures and/or video.