From memory, many Ozbargainers say this standard of bike is all you really need!
Others are happy to disagree.
Well, ok, not so happy.
Also, a ladies vintage bike for the same price:
https://www.supercheapauto.com.au/p/goldcross-goldcross-prom…
Ridgeback 26 Inch Mountain Bike $100 in-Store/ C&C (Was $149, Orig $229) @ Supercheap Auto
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Honestly, for that price I don't even have an opinion. Get one or don't. It's a working bike, have fun on it. Just be careful not to go too hard on it and you'll be fine.
For $100 I'd never worry about it being stolen. Heck even a kryptonite bike lock costs more than this!
I'm afraid you're missing the point lol.
Just make sure its unique with some stickers, it'll get mixed up parked out the front of Cennos
$95 with 2% cashback and 3% off gift card
Now we're talkin
Why only 3% off gift cards?
because i don’t know of a better deal available now, feel free to share
10% via Entertainment Book is the best offer out of a number
https://www.ozbargain.com.au/wiki/discounted_egift_cards
Do they have $10 assembly fee like Kmart?
considering they charge $10 to fit a headlight bulb i doubt it
Yeah checked with my local SCA they don't do assembly like Kmart. The local bike shop wants $70 for it, 70% of it's price lol
Can't I assemble it myself? Or does it need some kinds of specialised tools to do it?
@duluxe2000: you can do it yourself. brakes like this can be a little fiddly but definitly something you could do with a bit of patience and youtube
@duluxe2000: Usually all that's needed is a largish shifter for the 2x pedals, 4x wheel nuts, seat pole nut, headstock locking nut (at the base of the handlebars) and it can even be used (though a bit clumsy) for aligning the brake pads to the wheel rim walls if they have a dome nut (but brake pads can equally have an allen/hex key instead).
The shifting spanner will have to be a largish one to open wide enough for the headstock nut - or at a pinch, a set of multigrip pliers.
But at the same time large shifters sometimes won't fit between the pedals as they tighten in closer to the crank. So from memory I think pedals need about a 1/2 inch or 15mm open end spanner. Check if the pedals have "L" and "R" stamped on them too before screwing them in.
Some stands have a bolt, some have an allen/hex key. So you might need one or the other if the stand isn't already tightened. Same with brake pads - either dome nuts which you can use a shifter on, or allen/hex key.
A philips screwdriver or allen/hex key for the gears and brake levers on the handlebars.
You usually just squeeze the brake pads together by hand then push the end of the soft aluminium tube through a hole in the steel mechanism.
Most bikes that come in boxes also come with an allen/hex key, a rubbish philips screwdriver, and some form of rubbish spanner with a kind of box at one end with different nut sizes or a flat pressed metal spanner with two different sizes at each end. These are usually such rubbish/difficult or painful to use/and easy to break, that I wind up using only the allen/hex key and using my own tools for the rest.
not really a valid neg imo..
wait til my friends here about my 26 inch wheels
It's almost like you're trying to say there's something wrong with the ol 26er? 🤔
Edit - Dont forget to tell them about every single one its its 21 gears!
Any Kmart bikes in the similar range for a 170cm teenager? Wanting to get from Kmart for the cheap assembly fee instead of SCA.
Seems like a valid question… What's up with the nasty negs and associated censorship?
why downvote the deal? it’s still a bargain even if they don’t assemble it for you
Valid question yes, valid negative vote no.
So you vindictive people negged this comment for something he did in another comment.
AND you negged him for something that didn't really even concern you.Sounds like nasty people anonymously bashing others with the neg button at any available opportunity.
@[Deactivated]: It sounds like you hate people who neg deals because you can see who they are and attack them but at the same time you will flippantly neg people as often as possible because you can do so anonymously.
I think it is ridiculous that you care so much whether someone else negs an advert but don't mind at all if you blast the crap out of an actual person just on a whim.
@crunchyhead: Sounds like the poster brought it on themselves. Nothing inherently wrong with the deal itself other than you need to assemble it (although nothing in the site page indicates how much assembly is needed but can't imagine it needs specialist tools? )
@crunchyhead: I didn't neg them FYI. I'm just saying that their negative vote doesn't meet the voting guidelines, so if enough users agree that it's invalid, 8 negs on their comment will revoke the vote.
@Chickenleg: So… negging an advert is really heavily regulated but blasting negs at a person … That's fine!
We have very different value systems but thanks for explaining.
Thanks mate! Seems like a better deal than this for $90 assembled.
Probably not, the ridgeback has an alloy frame vs steel for the kmart special and 21 vs 18 speed gears (not that it probably matters too much in real life). As to the other components who knows as SCA doesn't give any more specs
ROFL at the angle on the brake leavers in that pic. I hope they assemble them better than that!
All the bikes I've seen assembled by Kmart need severe adjusting at home anyway. So I don't know why people pay for it when they're only going to have to adjust it to fit them and probably remove at least the front wheel to get it home in the car anyway. And that's when they don't get the brake and gear cables all twisted around the wrong way. May as well take it home in the box and assemble it once. Turn and tighten the handlebars and seat, then flip it upside down on a table for stability while you do the rest like the pedals, brakes, wheels. Then flip upright again and adjust seat height, handlebar tilt, gear and brake lever rotation.
Thanks OP. Just bought one. How hard it is to assemble one?
It is not difficult to put together. But it is a bit hard to fix and adjust everything, brakes and gears. As they came loose in the package, you will have fix them up and adjust it to work properly.
A bit misleading of SCA not to mention it's an IKEA bike IMO.
I would expect gears and breaks are mounted. Normally its just a case of putting on the front wheel, seat, pedals, handlebars and connecting the wire for the front breaks.
Mine is still sitting unopened in its cardboard box at the shop.
You will need some basic tools, basic mechanical ability and some care and patience.The assemblage of the Promenade bike in this video has some clues and it doesn't look too hard:
Plenty of stock too!
I'm honestly temped to get something like this and an ebike conversion kit just for muck about commuting
Would you known if it is quiet easy to convert a normal bike to electric using a conversion kit ?
following some tutorials, with the right tools, it seems like something most people can do.
I've just done three 26" conversions using this kit off eBay:
https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/115207326806?ssPageName=STRK%3AM…
Very easy if you have the skills and tools. The rims supplied are suitable for vee brakes as this bike has.
Nice. What’s the top speed allowed by the motor and trip computer?
@UncleRico: Depends on the weight of the rider. My 12 year old son can get up to 35km/h without pedalling, me on the other hand (a bit fat) top out at about 28-29.
@UncleRico: No. As it is only 250w the weight and drag of the bike/rider pretty much limits your speed anyway.
@Boodek: I don't follow.
You said earlier that your son can get up to 35kph, so clearly the bike can exceed 25kmph irrespective of drag. Most states limit pedal assist to 25kph, but even those ebikes that comply commonly have workarounds that allow pedal assist to to 32kph (presumably since it equates to the 20mph limit of many international jurisdictions) or even higher, including those with 250w motors, such as Leitner.
To reword my question for clarity, do you know if the pedal assist allows a bike to exceed 25kph, or is the motor/controller capped as per state regulations?
Say can I ask… They always over quote battery range. What kind of distance do you get a from a full charge?
@[Deactivated]: To be honest, I've never had it run flat, as most of our trips on the bike are 20km maximum. Looking at the battery meter though it would have to be at least the 70km they suggest.
Hi just checking
Which one did you choose front or rear wheel?
I would think front would be easier to install but not sure if there is pro and cons in term of performance
Thanks
Waiting for them to start taking orders
https://www.swytchbike.com/p/universal-ebike-conversion-kit/sign up for 50% off but also
We are now completely sold out of kits at 50% off
Please don’t. For your own safety and sanity. If you’re going to spend $500+ for a kit spend at least $500+ to get a decent bike for it too.
Bought one for $149 a week ago.
If you bought it using your Supercheap club account, they'll give you $49 credit as it is within 2 weeks of purchase.
How did you go putting it together?
It is still in the box.
if you spend the credit then refund the bike I think you get to keep the credit? then just rebuy the bike
May I know the package size please? Is it possible to fit the box into a hatchback?
I can't tell you the exact size, as I left mine in the shop.
It was long but reasonably narrow. I felt I could still get mine home sticking out of my Lancer boot.
Even a smallish hatchback would be fine.Thank you so much. Buy it first and figure it out how to take it home later :-)
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A real tight arse would assemble it in-store and ride it home 😉
Advert says full Shimano.
But it's really Microshift. Is that good? edit: google says it is decent.Alloy frame and double wall rims though. A bargain at $100 if it suits your needs, e.g. riding to school, or some gravel trails on the weekend.
The shifters actually look pretty good for the price point.
The chain looks shoddy, as does the cluster. https://www.ridgeback.co.uk/ridgeback-mx26-varrb21820
Somehow I don't think these bikes are related to the UK manufacturer (logos are totally different)
The photos looks quite similar?
Ugh I find those rotating gears a literal pain in the hand. First they never leave enough handle rubber to rest your entire hand on, second the hand just in from your thumb area is raised upwards on a different level and it's harder, so I'm always uncomfortable because it makes my hands go numb. Years ago I had full width soft foam hand grips (like the black padding on exercise equipment) and thumb operated aluminium levers… much more comfortable.
I am 6 foot tall, am I correct in thinking that this bike will be too small? Cheers.
Yes, it looks small.
Thanx
I'm a 6 footer too. You will need a 74cm bike to be comfortable.
It's the frame size that matters, 26" wheels suit anyone.
I am 6 foot tall as well. It looks ok with me.
It looks to be around an 18-19" frame, quite okay for a 6-footer especially considering the intended recreational use of this bike.
P.S. I've just bought two to convert to e-bikes. Perfect.
A front wheel conversion I presume?
You may be more suited to the Ladies Promenade Vintage Bike. Remember to attach your shopping basket :-)
thanks OP
Hi all, I work at a short-stay accommodation property right next to a national forest which will soon feature mountain biking trails. I have seriously considered renting out mountain bikes to our guests, but I hesitate to loan expensive equipment. Expensive bikes = expensive hires = expensive repairs . As someone with a surface-level understanding of bikes and maintenance, but an interest to learn, would these be acceptable (with modifications and needed upgrades of course)?
It depends what you mean by "mountain biking trails". Not OK if real mountain descents, but fine for family rail trails.
You will need to do more maintenance and repairs on cheap bikes, of course.We are hosting the group contracted to build the trails this week. I will be borrowing their ears to propose my idea and see what types of trails are planned. I know there are a few firebreaks that may be repurposed for trails, but otherwise I am not sure. If it is largely gravel / scenic trails I would like to trial 4 bikes. Perhaps offer ride-along tours, too.
I currently live on site, time investment for maintenance and repair will not be an issue.
I think you'd want more suspension to be honest. These are quite budget, best suited to road/concrete.
Yes, these are very cheap bikes (second-hand market even for shit bikes is ridiculous here) and the suspension is not desirable. What would be your recommended specifications?
If you're throwing in free bike usage with the property rental, get these.
If you're renting out bikes for an additional cost, get something better.
hey static image of brown chewing, if I was to offer free bike usage (excluding maintenance charges), it would be for children/teens with their parents. I would eventually demote these for that purpose if I have a successful trial period. Typically, our guests are adults.
With that in mind, should I skip these completely? Would you have any recommendations for a bike ≤$500? What desirable specifications would you recommend on a mountain bike for this purpose?
Maybe approach a bike store. They provide and maintain a number of bikes. You do nearly nothing but take 50% (or whatever) of money brought in. They get the other X%. They will repair cheaper with wholesale priced parts and get to claim any damage and/or depreciation as a business expense. You put aside any damaged bikes so they only come out to repair/adjust when X of them are out of action, or you take them to be serviced yourself when already going into town for other things.
@[Deactivated]: This is ideal. However, there is the concern that we would see bike stores hiring out of a trailer at the entrance of the park or the post office after realizing they do not need to give our business a cut lol. That would be great for the mountain-biking scene, but that would mean less beer money for me!!
@LASTAQUVO155: Well, a same or lower price (since you have a captured market) would eliminate that problem… They turn up, put $xx per day, you better that price by $5. When they see they have to stand around all day supervising a trailer and hoping they get enough hires to make it worth while they'll soon disappear… and your clients wouldn't see the point if they needed to remove wheels in town to fit a bike in their (probably already full) car boot or tie it onto their roof, when they know there's bikes already waiting at the park for a similar price. Just be sure to mention there are bikes available in any literature/website and most won't even think of doing otherwise. The few who do will soon realise the inconvenience of it.
Maybe ask one anyway, see what they come up with, make any contract easy for them to get out of if it doesn't work out the way you both prefer.
e.g. They may have bikes that came in for repair, no-one returns for them, so they own them after a certain time but they sit around for months, can't charge what they're worth because they're used. There's one shop near me that wheels two dozen used bikes in/out every day. This would be the perfect use for them. They got them for only the price of parts and adjustments, so making money on them while getting them out of the shop distracting customers from a better new one… might be attractive to them.
Even if it were only for the first six months but didn't work out, it would give you a clearer idea what you'd need to do it yourself.
Just a suggestion anyway. I can't help but think of another combined bike/surf/skate shop where I live… it's a tourist area and he's given up on bikes - cleared even spare parts out of his store because he couldn't make any money.
@[Deactivated]: I am sure I could convince a bike shop to give it a try. We are in a great location with a lot of potential, and it would be mutually beneficial to bring in more mountain-bikers to the area. I appreciate the well thought-out response
If you are looking to get a basic bike for ride hire, I'd suggest spending around the $500 mark on some bikes from 99 or Pushy's. A Merida Big Seven 10 or similar. Better components will last longer, require less servicing, and also less likely to turn into a rust bucket after a few seasons.
The other alternative is contacting a LBS who also hire out bikes and see if they would be willing to be a supplier of bikes for your short stay as part of a deal, you feed them traffic, they cut you a slice of the pie etc.
The latter idea is clever, and would solve a lot of headaches. I will look into this further, cheers legend.
I am no bike expert but I recommend something that is going to be reliable too, spend a bit extra on something you wont have issues with. Something at this price point is great for someone after a no frills experience and is happy to do a bit of maintenance here and there. I wouldn't rely on it to be a rental though.
Just purchased for the missus. Now the $49 Spider-Man bike gets posted, that would have been better for a laugh
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It's a good price for riding a bike on some nice gravel trails with the kids, or around the neighbourhood on the grass / footpath etc.
For the sake of preventing injury to yourself or damage to components, this bike is not something to take on your local green/blue/black mountain bike trails.