I currently weigh 266. I lost about 20lbs. I use to be 280+ Since I lose sum weight I want to get back to bike riding. Do you think it will hold my weight? I just want it for normal riding not for tricks or actual off road biking. Oh and its .00 I was wondering why so cheap? Is it because its only a 18 speed?
(link to see the bike) (I believe it has 36 spokes)
http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=11089998
Power X Men’s 26" Bicycle:
18-Speed Shimano Grip Shifter Gearing System
Oversized dual suspension steel frame
Alloy Brake Lever with alloy linear pull brake
3-piece cranks and alloy rims
Plush MTB style seat with alloy quick-release for height adjustment
Includes instruction manual
Lifetime warranty on frame and fork
One-year warranty for component defects
Speeds: 18 speed
Suspension: Dual
Frame: Steel
Brake type: Alloy linear pull brakes
Bike Type: Mountain Bike
Model No.: LBH2611M
Shipping Weight (in pounds): 41.9
Product in Inches (L x W x H): 66.93 x 23.23 x 41.73
Instruction Manual: Y
Instruction Languages: English
Assembled in Country of Origin: USA and/or Imported
Origin of Components: USA and/or Imported
Wal-Mart No.: 000736617
By the way Im female 5’7” Guy bikes look way better then female bikes
That is the last bike that you want to buy. I rode one for about 20 min and that was enough. The shocks on that bike eat up so much pedaling energy that it is no fun to ride. They are really made for someone that weighs 140-170 lbs and even at that weight the bike sucks. You do not want a mountain bike to ride on the road. You want to take a look at a comfort or hybrid bike instead.
Visit the local bike shops and see what they have. Your health and well being is worth a few hundred dollars I hope. A good shop quality bike is much more comfortable to ride then one from Walmart or other department store. That is because the bike will be the right size and will fit like a glove, get a women’s version they are different for a reason.
Google bike shops for you area and give them a visit. You can get a nice bike for around $300 – $400. It doesn’t cost anything to take a test ride and I think you will be surprised by how they ride.
Exercise, fresh air, no gas, sailing is great too.
ohh yes it will dont worry! most bikes can hold alot of weight.. lol.. sounds like a good bike.. i bought a mongoose paver 300C from walmart a few months ago and it was assembled great right from the store.. walmart actually does a good job with there bikes
hope this helps!