The seat is different, as is the handlebar stem (much less "beefy" than the one used on the previous model) and the wheels are not the same. In the case of the wheels, the difference might only be cosmetic, but as other components have been downgraded I would not bet on that being the case. The change from a quick release front axle to a conventional style axle might mean that the bearing races in the hub have been altered. Besides the frame, you must also pay attention to the bike’s fork. Balanced rides are also ensured with the bike’s perfectly integrated Microshift shifter/brake lever that makes sure you never have to reach too far to control the action. Promax alloy caliper brakes give you the confidence you need to make sure stops in wet conditions and a Shimano 16-speed drivetrain delivers precise, effortless shifting. Schwinn’s drop bar road bike features an aluminum fitness frame, which makes it a great addition to your workout regime if you are looking to get a good workout now and then. Looking for a steal of a deal on a starter bike that offers lightweight strength and versatile riding? Do note that you may have to use a bike pump to pump the tires to their optimal PSI before riding. The bike’s 700c wheels are equipped with double-wall alloy wheel rims to keep the weight in check. In closing, if you are on the hunt for a top entry-level road bike from a brand you can trust, you can’t go wrong with this versatile offering from Giant. If you are eager to get into road cycling with a versatile two-wheeled vehicle that is reasonably priced but not cheaply built, find your dream entry-level bike in the Tommaso Forcella – our top pick in the category of “Best Overall”. Are you ready to travel at near-highway speeds on an off-road e-bike? It has a top speed of up to 60 MPH and features a range of up to 75 miles, which combined allow you to enjoy riding around this summer both on- and off-road with ease. It’s on sale for $250 off right now with our exclusive discount codeELEK250. Normally starting at $4,349, today’s deal marks the second-best discount that we’ve seen all-time. We also have a wide selection of Tesla, Greenworks, and other e-bike discounts in today’s New Green Deals, so you won’t want to miss that either. There is increasing risk of delays or injury from involvement in crashes as one falls farther back in the peloton. Riders near the front are much less likely to have delays due to involvement in crashes. Well, Kent still makes road bikes, Denali, Yukon & Envoy. From what I can tell they're all department store bikes, also the Envoy looks like the chain is not on the chain rings. This forum is to discuss the many aspects of classic and vintage bicycles, including musclebikes, lightweights, middleweights, hi-wheelers, bone-shakers, safety bikes and much more. In reality if you take that 350$ budget and go find yourself a used higher end bike you'll probably end up with something better. Click on a point to delete it, or click and drag to move it. Click while holding the Ctrl or Command ?key to add a line without snapping to nearby roads, or change the Draw Mode to the setting in the toolbar below. The Palmetto State will give shoppers the chance to save on back-to-school and other items in a 72-hour tax-free holiday this weekend. National Highways said it would be an "extremely busy" weekend on the roads and advised drivers to allow extra time for their journeys, and have food and water available. Back on the racing scene, Olympic champ Matt Walls suffered a frightening crash at the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham yesterday as he was sent over the barrier and into the crowd at the Lee Valley VeloPark during the scratch race. Leo's pretty good at riding bikes too...he won two stages and the GC at the 'Baby Giro' before adding the national U23 TT title to his palmares in June. Also, while the bike’s Performance-level ALUXX Aluminum technology is meant to cater to a range of riding styles, it is worth bearing in mind that it is the entry level of this technology and the components are also entry-level. Then again, that’s expected considering the rider profile that this bike caters to. And even though it’s a moderately priced offering aimed at new to intermediate riders, it manages to bundle in several of Giant’s technologies and systems that are known to ensure smoother, faster, safer, and comfortable rides for the user.