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Nash R
I have to buy a kids bicycle (20"). I noticed that pedals in many of these bicycles do not rotate freely in reverse direction. Is that a feature or a bug? It's useful to have them rotate freely so that you can easily bring to them to starting position when you're just starting your ride.
Answer
As others have noted that style of brake is known as a 'coaster' brake and is very common with bicycles designed for younger kids. It operates much like a drum brake in that when operated by pedalling backwards small internal plates are pressed against the internal shell of the rear hub. Kids bicycles have coaster brakes because smaller children for the most part do not have enough hand strength or have not developed enough coordination to operate a hand brake that you would see on most adult or larger kids bikes. Yet they do need to be able to stop, hence the coaster brake. On larger kids bikes -- with 20" wheels or BMX style frames -- you will often see a combination of a front hand brake with a coaster brake. This is sort of an inbetween bike, if you will, designed to allow the developement of the hand strength and coordination necessary to operate a normal hand brake.
As others have noted that style of brake is known as a 'coaster' brake and is very common with bicycles designed for younger kids. It operates much like a drum brake in that when operated by pedalling backwards small internal plates are pressed against the internal shell of the rear hub. Kids bicycles have coaster brakes because smaller children for the most part do not have enough hand strength or have not developed enough coordination to operate a hand brake that you would see on most adult or larger kids bikes. Yet they do need to be able to stop, hence the coaster brake. On larger kids bikes -- with 20" wheels or BMX style frames -- you will often see a combination of a front hand brake with a coaster brake. This is sort of an inbetween bike, if you will, designed to allow the developement of the hand strength and coordination necessary to operate a normal hand brake.
What is the best kind of comfort bike?
Cap'n Salt
I'm 14, and 4 foot 11. So, I need something that I can reach the pedals on [but, not a little kid's bike D:]
I want a good bike for just riding for fun [hence, comfort bike] I've been looking at Schwinns and Electras. I have to buy it myself... I get $25 a week from my parents, I'd like to get the bike as soon as possible...
Any suggestions?
I like the Raleigh Circa I3. Is that a good one?
Answer
Cap'n
They make bikes in different frame sizes, to fit all riders. If you but your bike at Walmart.... They will have a one size fits all bike that will be too tall for you. You need to get the proper size frame for your height. If you settle for too small of a bike frame it is your error. You now know better.
Soccerref
Cap'n
They make bikes in different frame sizes, to fit all riders. If you but your bike at Walmart.... They will have a one size fits all bike that will be too tall for you. You need to get the proper size frame for your height. If you settle for too small of a bike frame it is your error. You now know better.
Soccerref
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