Huffy Marengo Men's Comfort Bike

by Huffy

Product Features

• 6-speed, 26-inch comfort bike for men in black and silver
• Twistshift grip shifting on the handlebars, lightweight alloy frame
• Suspension seat post, wide saddle with springs
• Front and rear alloy linear pull brakes; taller handlebar stem for an upright seating position
• 6-month warranty on parts, lifetime warranty on frame

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

Ride in high style and easy comfort with the 26-inch Huffy 26485 Marengo men's comfort bike, which features a black and silver aluminum frame and 6 speeds. It's designed to give you a smooth, cushioned ride with a suspension fork, a suspension seat post, and a wide saddle with springs. The taller handlebar stem provides an upright seating position, helping you to avoid painful crouching. Other features include Twistshift grip shifting on the handlebars, alloy linear pull brakes, alloy rims, and large, semi-chunky wheels perfect for traveling paved trails and city streets.

Assembly of the Bike:
This bike comes mostly assembled. Minor assembly is required before the bike can be used.

Amazon.com Bicycle Buying Guide
Finding the Right Bike
To really enjoy cycling, it's important to find a bicycle that works for you. Here are some things to keep in mind when you're in the market for a new bike:

The Right Ride
In general, bikes are broken down into three major categories:

• Road and Racing Bikes--As a general rule, road and racing are built for speed and longer distances on paved surfaces. Thinner tires, lightweight 29-inch (700c) wheels and drop bars that allow for a more aerodynamic position are the norm. Most road bikes, regardless of price, offer many gears for tackling both hilly and flat terrain.
• Mountain Bikes--With their larger tires, hill-friendly gearing and upright position, mountain bikes are very popular for all types of riding, both on pavement and off. Mountain bikes that are designed specifically for rugged trail use typically feature a suspension fork. Some may have rear suspension, as well. A quick change of the tires on any mountain bike--even one that you use regularly on trails--adds to its versatility and makes it a worthy street machine.
• Comfort/Cruiser Bikes--For tooling around on bike paths, light trails, or for cruising a quiet beach-side lane, comfort/cruiser bikes are the ticket. With a super-relaxed riding position, padded seats, and limited or no gearing, these bikes are made for enjoying the scenery and having fun with the family.

The Right Price
A bike's price boils down to three essentials: frame materials, bike weight, and component quality and durability.

• Entry-level--You'll find a wide range of comfort and cruiser bikes in this category, as well as some lower-end mountain bikes and road bikes. Most will have steel frames and components that are designed to last for several years with frequent use.
• Mid-range--Bikes in this range may feature a lighter aluminum frame with mid-range components that keep performing after miles of use. If you're looking for a quality bike that is relatively lightweight and will stand up to abuse, this is the "sweet spot." Most serious commuter and touring bikes fall into this category, as do mid-range mountain bikes with a decent front suspension.
• High-end--Racers and serious enthusiasts who expect lightweight, high-performance components will want to stick to this category. For road bikes, exotic frame materials (carbon fiber, titanium) and ultra-lightweight components can add thousands to the price tag. Mountain bikes in this class often feature advanced front and rear suspension technology, as well as components designed to handle lots of rugged trail action.

The Right Size
Fit is crucial for comfort, control, and proper power and endurance on a bike. Here are some basic bike fit tips:

• Stand-over Height--To find out if a bike's overall height fits your body, measure your inseam. Next, determine how much clearance you'll need between your crotch and the top tube of the bike. For a mountain bike, you'll want three to five inches of clearance. A road bike should offer between one and two inches of clearance, while a commuter bike should have two to four inches. Compare the stand-over height for a given bike to your measurements (inseam + clearance) to determine the right bike height.
• Top Tube Length--You can measure your torso to get a good estimate of proper top tube length. First, make a fist and extend your arm. Measure from the center of your fist to the end of your collarbone (the part that intersects your shoulder). Next, measure your torso by placing a book against your crotch with the spine facing up. Measure from the spine to the bottom of your throat (the spot between your collarbones). Finally, add the two measurements (arm length + torso length), divide the number in half and subtract six inches. This is your approximate top tube length. Compare this number to a bike's posted top tube length. You can allow for about two inches longer or shorter, as most bikes can be adjusted via stem length/height and saddle fore/aft position to make fine adjustments to the fit.
• Bikes for Women--Proportionally, women tend to have a shorter torso and longer legs than men. Bike makers design women's bikes that offer a shorter top tube and many comfort/cruiser bikes built for women may also provide more stand-over clearance.

The Right Accessories
When you make a bike purchase, don't forget these crucial add-ons:

• Helmet (this is a must!)
• Seat pack
• Lock
• Hydration pack, or water bottles and bottle cages
• Spare tubes
• Portable bike pump
• Gloves

Product Description

26" Mens Marengo Comfort 6-Speed Bike

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 40.5 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B0009PVUI2
• Item model number: 26485
• Average Customer Review: 1.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #851,683 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Light Weight - Low Quality - Not Recommended, April 16, 2006

By 

John Knox (Phoenix, AZ USA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Huffy Marengo Men's Comfort Bike (Sports)

I bought this bike in addition to the ladies version which I had to return to Amazon due to a warped rear wheel (see my review for Huffy Marengo 26" Women's Bike).

This men's version also had a warped wheel (front this time) but it was fairly minor so I decided to keep it rather than do another return. The same comments I made for the ladies bike pretty much apply here - this bike should retail for way less than $100. The manufacturing quality just can't command $120 in my view.

Both Huffy Marengo bikes I purchased had warped wheels and front/back play on the handle bars even though bolts were tight in all cases. In addition, this bike has a tendency for the chain to come off when switching from second to first gear.

I have bought quite a few recreational bikes recently and hands down Huffies are the worst of the bunch. Royce Union and Dynacraft/Magna (with Shimano gears) are much better quality (and value) in my opinion.

So, don't spend your money on this bike - there are much better deals out there.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Huffy Marengo Men's 26-Inch Comfort Bike, May 11, 2006

By 

GJC (Florida) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Huffy Marengo Men's Comfort Bike (Sports)

I totally agree with the prior Reviewer...This bike is way over priced...My handlebar also has front and back motion even though it too has been tightened down...In addition I am only able to access 2 of the 7 gears (1 and 2)...nothing happens when I try to shift into any of the other 5...these were factory set and not a part of the so called easy set-up...

In addition, even though I've only owned this bike for several weeks the seat is beginning to come apart...

Consequenly, my $130 investment is now going to cost me another $50 in "Bike Shop" repair...

My advice is to eliminate this product from your search list...