Huffy Synapse Men's Mountain Bike

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• Affordable 21-speed mountain men's bike for use on the trails or on city streets
• 26-inch alloy wheel rims; MTB knobby tires
• Front suspension fork helps to smooth your ride as well as provide better control
• Shimano derailleur, alloy linear pull brakes, ATB padded seat
• Lifetime warranty on frame; six-month warranty on parts

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description
A great choice for adventurous riding along forested trails or paved city streets, the 26-inch, 21-speed Huffy Synapse men's bike features a stylish polished red oversized frame that will turn heads as you speed by. You'll be protected from bumps and obstacles by the reliable front suspension fork, which helps to smooth your ride as well as provide better control. Specs include a high-quality Shimano derailleur, alloy rims, indexed twist shifting via the soft PVC-covered handlebar grips, resin ATB pedals, reflectors in the front and rear as well as on the wheels and pedals, kickstand, alloy linear pull brakes, ATB padded seat, and 26 x 1.95-inch knobby tires.

This bike is backed by a 6-month warranty on parts, and a lifetime warranty on the bike's frame.

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, b