Mongoose Placid Men's Comfort Bike

Mongoose Placid Men's Comfort Bike Ride in style and easy comfort with the 26-inch, 21-speed Mongoose Placid men's comfort bike, which features a lightweight, oversized aluminum alloy frame. You'll be protected from bumps and obstacles by the reliable front shock fork, which helps to smooth your ride as well as provide better control. As befitting its designation as a comfort bike, the Placid offers an anatomically padded two-tone sport saddle with added springs for increased comfort on long rides and a taller handlebar stem for an upright seating position.

Specifications:

• Frame: Handcrafted Oversized Alloy Frame
• Fork: Element Alloy Crown Suspension Fork
• Handlebar Stem: Mongoose Riser Bar and Adjusting Stem
• Shifters: 21-Speed Rear Index SRAM 3.0 Shifting
• Derailleurs: 7-Speed SRAM 3.0 Rear Derailleur
• Brakes: Front and Rear Alloy Linear Pull Brakes
• Levers: Alloy Brake Levers
• Crank: Oversized 3-Piece Suntour Alloy Crankset with Chainguard
• Freewheel: Shimano 7-Speed, 14-28T Index
• Rims: 36-Spoke Silver Anodized Alloy Rims
• Hubs: CP 36 Hole Hubs
• Tires: 26 x 1.95 inches Center Line Comfort Tires

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

Customer Review: The UnComfort Bike CHINTZY
I had one I rode it for 10 miles. The front rim was not welded wright So when I apply the front brakes it would eat the PADS . I also got a flat tire it was the tube( cheap). I call they where very nice and sent out a replacement so I waited. I also asked them if I could buy two quick release kits for my rims. They make them but since the bike did not come with them they could not sell them! :( They come on there upper scale bikes there is no difference the axes are the same ) I received the rim in less than a week. I was so happy to get the new rim but it was just like the one I had! :( They did send me new brake pads but it would do no good to change anything I was back to square one . For it being a COMFORT BIKE IT WAS THE WORSTED ONE I HAVE EVER RODE :( :( THE FRONT SHOCKS BOTTOM OUT EVERY TIME IT WENT UP IN ANY DRIVEWAY . THE SEAT WAS NOT A COMFORTABLE AT ALL! I EVEN BOUGHT A GEL TOPPER IT REALLY DIDN'T HELP MUCH :(:(:( (Out of 5 wheels It GETS a half a wheel) for being a Mongoose because that's how bad this bike rode! I have over 5,000 miles on my other bikes.SO ON THIS BIKE YOU GET WHAT YOU PAY 4 CHINTZY. {THE Plus is that it goes together very easy!} About a hour:)
Customer Review: Mongoose Placid Men's Comfort Bike
Quite happy with this mountain bike. It's fairly light-weight and has a comfortable ride. Would have preferred to have quick-release hubs but that would have surely increased the purchase price. All around good value for the money. Item arrived even sooner then Amazon estimated. Another positive experience with Amazon.com.