Although the fork is replaceable, it is not as easily replaced as some of the other parts, such as the bike’s groupset. Hence, it is essential that your chosen entry-level road bike also comes equipped with a quality fork. Get yourself this beginner road bike if you want to hit the sweet spot between price and performance and equip yourself with a multifaceted bicycle that will be your go-to vehicle for a variety of riding needs. All in all, if you are just getting started and looking for a good entry-level road bike under $500, the Schwinn Volare 1400 will fit the bill. Lifetime warranty against manufacturer defects on frame and fork. 6 month warranty against manufacturer defects on all other parts. 700c x 25/32, but im sure you could use the 35/43 as well, as no matter what, the tubes expand, so 25 is really 23 deflated, and 35 is really 32 deflated. What you should do is buy two of each and see which fits better. Built around a steel road bike frame, this model has a sleek, elegant appearance. The high-profile alloy Vitesse racing rims look as good as they perform. Shimano shifters and rear derailleur complete the drive train for quick and smooth gear changes, and the gearing offers 21 speeds so that you can ride efficiently on any grade. The racing seat is comfortable for fast racing or slow riding. It's a little heavy, the gears don't go quite high enough to compete with the expensive bikes in a sprint, and the brakes need adjustment, but it rides lovely once you set it up. So my final little plug, get the bike, get it set up, and as long as you do, you can't beat the value, I promise. But you will not buy this bike off the shelf and be ready to ride, it must be set up, it's a performance cycle and needs to be treated like one, even if it is less expensive. Boom now you have a freehub set of wheels, perhaps open bearing or perhaps sealed bearing. This product was added to our catalog on Wednesday 15 September, 2021. There is a lack of parking at the best of times , and now this has added to the parking issues . A DX Fair Mall Protection Plan can be added within 30 days of purchase. People call these bikes many things from a Gravel Grinder to an Adventure Road Bike to an Urban Adventure Bike or whatever you would like to call this versatile bike. The Kent Nazz will answer the call for many riding surfaces and styles. The Steel frame and fork with 700C x 40 textured tires will keep you riding solid and smooth on gravel or paved pathways or pothole filled urban roads. The front and rear cable actuated disc brakes provide powerful braking when things get fast and keep you in full control regardless of the road surface.