Schwinn Reviews

2008 Peleton Pro, Road Bike Action, July/Aug 2008

7/1/2008

Road Bike Action, July/Aug 2008 - "Schwinn’s Peloton Pro is a great starting point for an enthusiast or neo-racer searching for a competitive mount at a working-man’s price. The magic of the Peloton Pro comes from a quality carbon frame, enhanced by an intelligent component spec.”

Schwinn Sierra GS - Best Bike For Summer, Good Morning America/Consumer Reports

5/16/2008

Good Monrning America/Consumer Reports, "Best Bike For Summer"

Best Bike: Schwinn Sierra GS

"Riding a bike is a great way to stay in shape and save money on gas. Consumer Reports recommends getting moving this summer on the Schwinn Sierra GS, a comfort bike for leisurely riding. It features shock absorbers in the seat and/or fork, a cushiony, wide seat and low gears for easier uphill pedaling."

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2008 Rocket Disc, Mountain Bike Magazine, April 2008

4/1/2008

Mountain Bike Magazine, April 2008 - "HISTORIC: This is not the Lemon Peeler your old man rode as a kid - 3.5 inches of front and rear travel are a far cry from a banana seat and springer fork. The all-Shimano drivetrain shifts reliably and the Hayes mechanical disc brakes help you keep it all in check. MOBILITY: A long top tube allows you to stretch out a bit and provides stability at speed."

2008 Peloton, National Geographic Adventure, April 2008

4/1/2008

National Geographic Adventure, April 2008 - "You’re ready for a serious road bike but not a second mortgage. Consider the Schwinn Peloton. Its all-carbon frame is nearly identical to Schwinn’s $4300 race model, the Peloton LTD, and it delivers snappy performance without finicky brittleness. Expect consistent steering as you swoop into fast, high-angle turns."

2008 Peloton Pro, Bicycling, April 2008

4/1/2008

Bicycling, April 2008 - "Schwinn's carbon Peloton Pro is a marvelous bike. The ride is sharp and stiff enough to qualify as raceworthy, yet plush enough for all-day riding. It's neither whippy or sluggish, responds to your input rather than forcing you to react to it and never gets in your way."

2008 Peloton LTD, Road Magazine, April 2008

4/1/2008

Road Magazine, April 2008 - “It shouldn’t surprise me anymore that Schwinn continues to put out top-level bike at insanely affordable prices. They continue to specify top-shelf parts, keep the weight low overall and provide the latest in frame technology. All of this makes for a bike that can rival just about anything, especially in this price range.”

2008 Le Tour GSX, Outside Magazine, April 2008

4/1/2008

Outside Magazine, April 2008 – “PERFECT FOR: Newbies ready to become local century contenders without breaking the bank. WHY IT’S COOL: With bikes this inexpensive, there are always a few shortcomings and lingering gripes: too noisy, harsh, or sluggish or all three. Not so here. In fact, you don’t really notice the bike at all. The neutral handling keeps it going where you point it, and the carbon-fiber fork and Seatstays take the sting out of the aluminum frame. Upshot: It’s a remarkably efficient ride for the price.”

2008 Le Tour GSW - Women's Adventure, March/April 2008

3/15/2008

Women's Adventure, March/April 2008

"Just getting started with road riding? Schwinn's iridescent blue Le Tour GSW may be the bike you're looking for, with it's women's frame, midlevel components, and economical price. The frame is proportioned to accommodate the long-leg, short-torso build most women have. Schwinn moved the handlebars closer to you by shortening the length of the frame from the seat to the handlebars. This not only improves your control but also reduces fatigue in your neck and lower back. The Le Tour's wide tires and carbon fiber fork soak up the road vibration, giving you a smooth, comfortable ride."

2008 Prologue, Road Bike Action, March/April 2008

3/15/2008

Road Bike Action, March/April 2008 - THE VERDICT - “Sometimes a good idea is only that, but with the Prologue, a good idea created a nice bike for not just the true beginner, but for someone who wants to put a few seasons on a worthy steed and save enough money to travel to enter and travel to events. This isn’t a low-level road bike frame with aero-bars slapped on – it’s designed, built and outfitted with a purpose. There are a few companies out there who have a lower-end Tri/TT bike, but few are available with out-of-the-box bar-end shifting, an aero-specific design and a solid component package for $1199. Good work, Schwinn.”

2008 Peloton, Bicycling Magazine, March 2008

3/1/2008

Bicycling Magazine, March 2008 - "LIKE A FREIGHT TRAIN: No matter the situation, testers always felt steady and stable on the Peloton… Strong crosswinds and choppy pavement never made the Schwinn flinch off line, so the rider can focus only on putting power to the pedals. The compact crankset was a welcome feature on steep climbs, and the Formula Shawla 280 wheels not only have a tri-cool aero profile, but also and more importantly, held up well under punishing road conditions. PLUSH: The Peloton displays impressive resilience when the going gets rough - you feel the bumps but not the sting that can come with them."

2008 Madison, Bicycling Magazine, March 2008

3/1/2008

Bicycling Magazine, March 2008 - "You can roll into town with grace and elegance on Schwinn's Madison. Its old-school track flair not only looks sharp, with classic touches such as a brazed-chrome fork crown, but also has a steel frame tough enough to handle the most brutal lock-ups, and the bolt-on wheels are more theft resistant than the quick-release types. The singlespeed simplicity means little maintenance and low upkeep costs - all for less than the price of a nice set of road wheels."

2008 Peloton Pro, BikeRadar.com, 2/4/2008

2/4/2008

BikeRadar.com, 2/4/2008 - "The Peloton Pro seems to pack a lot of spec for the price."

Tango Tandem, TheNest.com, 2/4/2008

2/4/2008

TheNest.com, 2/4/2008 - "For the old fashioned, or retro couple, nothing says his and hers like a bicycle built for two. This bike is the ultimate accessory for the hipster and active couple."

2008 World Street, BikeRadar.com, Feb 1, 2008

2/1/2008

BikeRadar.com, Feb 1, 2008 - "Most American boys had a Schwinn Sting-Ray in the early 1970s; now the European-influenced urban commuters are popular, and the US$650 Schwinn World Street rolls with the best."

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2007 - Top of the Line Toys for High Tech Travelers

3/2/2007

CNN.com/technology, Adam Baer, 3/2/2007 - TOP OF THE LINE TOYS FOR HIGH TECH TRAVELERS "I love to take bikes on trips -- especially to popular cyclist cities like San Francisco or Seattle.
But next time I plan to pedal from North Beach to The Haight, I'm definitely going to have this new electronic hybrid bike with me.

This is just one in Schwinn's new stylish line, which flaunts a "Plug'n Drive" system that also gives me the chance to enjoy 60 miles of power-assisted pedaling with each four-hour charge.

Enough to get me up that crazy hill separating me from another urban discovery, and just the right impetus to use my ozone-destroying car less."

Electric Campus, Domino Magazine, March 2007

3/1/2007

Domino Magazine, March 2007 - "Bona-fide "cruiser" lines plus an innovative battery that takes you 60 sweat-free miles - this is an easy-breezy alternative to a car."