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Huffy Newport Women's 26-Inch Cruiser Bike
Product Details/SpecificationsRecording label: Huffy Bicycle Company Manufacturer: Huffy Bicycle Company Model: 26378 EAN: 0028914263786 Binding: Sports Release date: 2008-04-01 Universal product code (UPC): 028914263786 Brand: Huffy Colour: Gold/Cream Size: 26" Features•26-inch women's cruiser bike with steel cantilever frame •Single-speed design; whitewall tires and chrome-plated steel rims •Sure-stopping coaster brakes; comfortably padded saddle •Chain guard protects shoelaces while you pedal •Lifetime frame warranty; six-year warranty on components Price: $129.99  
Product DescriptionNewport, 26", Ladies Single Speed Cruiser, Steel Cantilever Frame, Steel Unicrown Fork, Rear Coaster Brakes, Steel 1 Piece Crank, Steel Chrome Plated Rims With White Wall Tires, Huffy Branded Padded Spring. Cruise through your neighborhood in style with the Huffy Newport women's 26-inch cruiser bike. Crafted around a steel cantilever frame with whitewall tires and chrome-plated steel rims, the single-speed bike balances vintage style with unmatched comfort, making it ideal for lazy Sunday afternoons and slow cruises to the grocery store. Other details include sure-stopping coaster brakes, a comfortably padded saddle, and a chain guard that protects your shoelaces while you pedal. Huffy bikes carry a lifetime warranty on the frame and a six-month warranty on all components. 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 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
Customer Reviews
Good Product
Review date: 2008-12-26 Rating: 10 out of 10
I purchased the Huffy Newport Women's 26-Inch Cruiser Bike, And also The Men's 26". The Huffy Newport Women's 26-Inch Cruiser Bike is a better bike than the mans one. It has machined rims vers stamped steel(they were bent pretty bad on mens bike). very happy with that purchase.
Slow shipmeng
Review date: 2008-10-05 Rating: 4 out of 10
Shipment comes very slow. A lot of work to put it together (and no tool included so must have your own tool set). The back peddle break is not very easy to use, especially for new bikers. But that's what you paid for...
Huffy cruiser a decent basic bike
Review date: 2008-09-06 Rating: 6 out of 10
With the right tools, listed in the instruction manual, I was able to put it together pretty easily. I found a digital version of the instruction manual on Huffy's website, which helped a lot because the photos on the hard copy they sent me were blurry. It's a very heavy bike. It was cheaper than anything I could find in Boston, new or used. It would be a good Burning Man bike because of the very wide tires. The front fender is a little crooked.
good buy!
Review date: 2008-07-28 Rating: 8 out of 10
easy to put together...only negative was the box it came in looked like it had just been thru a tornado..overall great buy, it was a gift and she loves it!
Cute, but some flaws
Review date: 2008-06-22 Rating: 8 out of 10
It arrived pretty much untouched, except one small ding in the front fender, but it's hardly noticeable. It's really cute and is just what i was looking for in a cruiser! Assembly was a bit aggravating though because a design flaw in the front fender made it really hard to align and I had to makeshift a way for it to work. Other than that it was really not too difficult! The color is really nice, more gold than vanilla on the actual body but its really shimmery and pretty.
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