Pacific Highlander Girls' 24-Inch Dual-Suspension Mountain Bike

by Pacific Cycle

Product Features

• Steel Dual Suspension Frame with Low Stand-Over
• Vortex Suspension Fork
• 18-speed Index Torque Drive Twist Shift
• MTB Riser Handlebar and Stem
• Linear Pull Brakes

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

Built for a fun, smooth ride on the trail, the Pacific Cycle Highlander Girl's 24-Inch Dual-Suspension Mountain Bike offers great maneuverability and shock absorption for high-performance trail riding. With a dual-suspension fork and frame combo, the Highlander is designed to take punishing bumps for you, so that you can hit the terrain hard, jump obstacles, and enjoy rough trails. With an 18-speed, Index Torque Drive Twist Shift the bike offers plenty of adjustability so that you can take on steep grades without undue straining and with great speed control. The linear pull brakes offer strong and responsive stopping power to keep the bike under control no matter where you are.

Specifications:

• Steel Dual Suspension Frame
• 18-speed Torque Drive Twist Shift
• MTB Flat Handlebar
• Linear Pull Brakes
• Made by Pacific Cycle

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 ultralightweight 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 bottle and bottle cage
• Spare tubes
• Portable bike pump
• Gloves

Product Description

Pacific 24 Inch Girl's Highlander BikeInspire the adventurous ones in your family with this dual suspension mountain bike. The Highlander Bike features a steel frame and vortex suspension fork, mountain bike handlebar and stem, torque drive twist shifter, front and rear linear pull brakes, three piece crank, and steel wheels.

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 25.2 x 7.9 x 49.6 inches ; 44.1 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 47.2 pounds
• Shipping: This item can only be shipped to the 48 contiguous states. We regret it cannot be shipped to APO/FPO, Hawaii, Alaska, or Puerto Rico.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B000Y2VK3U
• Item model number: 241115P
• Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #219,279 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Pacific Cycle Highlander 24 inch Mountain Bike, August 14, 2009

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Sharon Rednor (New Jersey USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Pacific Highlander Girls' 24-Inch Dual-Suspension Mountain Bike (Sports)

Shipping - arrived on time in good shape
Assembly - arrived partially assembled; however, UNCLEAR directions to assemble the remaining parts
Factory Assembly - some of the factory assembled parts were done INCORRECTLY
Ride - works well
Quality - good, not excellent
Price - excellent

Good bike for the price. Fits description.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Pacific Highlander a good choice!, February 8, 2010

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J. Hillhouse (Charlotte, NC) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Pacific Highlander Girls' 24-Inch Dual-Suspension Mountain Bike (Sports)

We ordered this just before Christmas and it arrived in plenty of time!...Our child loved the bike. My husband had no problems putting it together - all the parts were in good working condition. The only problem (which is not really a problem) is that the handlebar gear shift is a little stiff. Other than that, no complaints.

4 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Where the heck did they make this?, March 24, 2009

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T. Cap "herfer" (California) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Pacific Highlander Girls' 24-Inch Dual-Suspension Mountain Bike (Sports)

I don't see well and even I, can see the huge carppy looking weld marks. I rode it and the gears have no smoothness AT ALL, clunk, clunk. I would return it except for the time it took to put together, the time it would take to take apart, put back in the box then return, and double that with my daughter "loves" the color.
The bike sucks, it is not put together well in any way.

The only reason I didn't go through the hassle of returning, even with all that is above, is my daughter is growing (rapidly) and I suspect we won't keep this very long anyway. (and we work, I don't have time to assemble and unassemble and return and all that carp, I don't even have enough time for homework, which I'm guessing they are relying on)

I usually trust reviews and this didn't have any, but it looked decent, my husband thought it looked good for a bike and my daughter liked the color (I know I'm repeating myself, but I can't believe we bought this thing).