Schwinn Solution GSD Men's Mountain Bike (26-Inch Wheels)

by Pacific Cycle

Product Features

• Men's front-suspension mountain bike with 26-inch wheels
• MTB aluminum alloy frame and Suntour front suspension fork
• 21-speed drivetrain with Shimano Easy Fire trigger shifters
• Shimano Altus rear derailleur
• Radius mechanical 7.0 disc brake

Product Description

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The Solution GSD men's front-suspension mountain bike from Schwinn offers trail-worthy components at an affordable price. The Solution GSD is built around an alloy frame with a Suntour front suspension fork for increased maneuverability. The 21-speed Shimano drivetrain is controlled by Shimano Easy Fire trigger shifters for a responsive riding experience. Thanks to Radius mechanical disc brakes, the Solution GSD stops on a dime, with no heat transfer to rims.

Product Details

• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• ASIN: B0021HI67Y
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #257,597 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 Good quality commuter bike for the $., July 4, 2010

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Joe (Gettysburg, PA United States) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Schwinn Solution GSD Men's Mountain Bike (26-Inch Wheels) (Sports)

I have this bike for over a year now, to commute to work. I tried both a mountain bike and a Comfort bike, but the seating position and tire was not very comfortable for the mountain bike, and the Comfort bike seating position did not allow good power transfer to the pedal when accelerating or going up hill. This bike offers a good combination of comfortable seating position, smooth road riding, and power transfer to the pedals. Here is my observation summary:

Cons:
-Not easy to assemble, similar to most bikes that come in a box.
-Takes a long time to fine tune gears, and disk brakes.
-Front brake has developed a squeal when braking.
-Heavy, for a road bike.

Pros:
-Not difficult to assemble.
-Once tuned, stays in tune.
-Brakes work well, dry or wet.
-Seating position is between typical mountain bike and comfort bikes.
-Comes with kick stand, but in mid position, not at rear hub.
-Tire tread design has a center ridge for smooth rides on the road, but also side nubs for light-duty off road riding.

I have upgraded the bike into my ideal commuter bike:
-Suspension seat post.
-Wireless computer.
-Bell.
-2 Led lights.
-Handle bar ends (short).
-Front and Rear Fenders.
-Rear kick stand.
-Topeak MTX rear rack and bag.
-Toe Clip and Strap (standard).
-Water bottle cage (standard).

Total cost about $300 (bike) + $300 (upgrades) = ~$600

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