Not the first time it's been this price, but a good price none the less.
Men's model here, and the women's model here.
It looks like a lot of the fluid bikes have been reduced in price, so if this isn't what you're after, have a look here.
Price is listed as 'Regularly' $599, but the membership offer is normally $299 as seen here in a chaced page.
Done.
Might check if they have a disc version on special
Looks like most of their mountain bikes have discs.
Most road bikes just don't have disc brakes for weight saving, but it makes sense to have them on a commuter bike.
Whats the verdict on their electric bike for half price at $999? : https://www.anacondastores.com/cycling/bikes/fluid-bolt-comm…
Does anyone have experience with these bikes? Considering "Fluid Sprint Commuter" or "Fluid Expedition Commuter" - is there any practical difference beyond the step-through? And the Sprint has sizes 14", 16", 18" - does anyone know what rider height this corresponds to for the Fluid brand? (A quick google suggests this is mountain bike sizing, but I don't know if this holds for this sort of bike). I'm only a basic rider looking to get within a 5km radius, and my suburb is very hilly.
I bought the expedition about 18 months ago for $199. It is worth that price.
I went in to buy the sprint (previous model) but after sitting on it I found I hated the twisting gear selector.
I sat on the expedition and found it fitted me better, seemed a bit more comfortable and had better shift levers.
I don't think you can go wrong with either bike for $199.
The expedition has front forks, which do rob you of some power, especially up hills, but it also soaks up bumps and vibrations, making even the most bumpy ride very comfortable.
giving your height might make the job easier. And when you say hilly, do you mean Hobart hilly?
157cm. I am not sure about "Hobart hilly", I've never been there (probably not as hilly as Hobart if that is what it is renowned for). I live on a hill and see cyclists struggling up it every day and it has a small reputation as being a pain if you're a cyclist. Every ride would take me up and down this hill.
The Fluid expedition lists heights, I assume for small, medium and large
Rider Height
Adult 145 - 165 cm
Adult 160 - 185 cm
Adult 175 - 195 cm
Thanks - I was curious about the Sprint, which doesn't list heights but rather 14" 16" 18".
@mathematicalcoffee: I'm 167cm and a medium in most bikes is almost too big for me and I ride with a tall saddle.
My guess is you'll be a small.
I returned to bike riding about 10 years ago, and bought a fluid mtb in the largest size after sitting on it. The thing is, that bike was kind of designed for people who don't ride much or don't get into riding, or just casual riders. The geometry of the bike is wrong for me. It was too high, but still too short length ways. It is so that you can have an upright riding position. Or worse, on others, same frame but with a really long head stem (what holds the handlebars). This puts your weight way over the front wheel, which made tight corners precarious. Most cheap bikes are probably like this. I've swapped out some of the components over the years and have it set up now as an urban adventure bike. Wide bars, high volume tyres, seat dropper. I did learn most of my basic skills on this, especially running down stairs etc. And I have done a lot on this bike. It's a bit heavy but tough. I still like it. It's the bike I leave locked up outside shops.
That Saddle …… Ouch!
If you find the gear changing a bit out don't take it as a fault with the bike. Most pre assembled or part assembled bike's gears will not be set perfectly. The cables will stretch after a few rides so just do a gear retune yourself.
See youtube for the how to's… easy to do and is a DIY routine maintenace thing every so often.
Anyone know the weight of these bikes?
Some of the weights are listed.
where? Neither the men's/women's commuters (the bikes listed in the deal), nor the men's/women's expedition comfort bikes list a weight (that I can find).
@[Deactivated]: thanks! I guess I will have to go in-store to buy anyway (prohibitive shipping cost), so can see how heavy the others feel when I'm there
How do Fluid bikes compare to REID's cheapest bikes (approx 300 i think)? *for commutes 5-10k and casual recreational riding
thanks
Don't know, but some of these Fluid bikes seem heavy to me and that's with the alloy frames.
What is heavy? I have the fluid expedition and it’s not a small bike. Just weighed it at 13.7kg with added mudguards lights helmet
For $199 it’s a very good buy
I expected it to last a year with a few rides to be replaced once I started riding it more to work
I now ride it to work 3 times a week 10km each way and I’m not even close to considering replacing it
I needed to adjust the gears and brakes twice in 18 months but it wasn’t hard to do. I now know how to do it and have tuned up my family and friends bikes. This reminds me I need to clean and oil it again
If this is close to what you need and don’t want to pay more then buy it. You won’t be disappointed and won’t find much better value
2 stars ? ouch.
Why no comments on ratings? Numbers lack context
I checked out some of the other bikes at Anaconda. Got a 20” Huffy kids bike for $125 (RRP $180). Perfect for my 8 year old to beat around in.
https://www.anacondastores.com/cycling/bikes/kids-bikes/huff…
Original price in title please.