Road

Prelude

MSRP:  $250 - $390

Where to Buy

Available at mass retailers only.

Schwinn mass retail
Highlights
Highlights
Comfortable and efficient drop bar road bike for the entry level rider

  • Schwinn Aluminum Drop Bar Road frame for a quick and responsive ride
  • Shimano 14-speed drivetrain provides plenty of gears for varied terrain
  • Schwinn Quality saddle for a soft and comfortable ride
Specs

Overview

Color(s)

Silver/White

Size

700c

Frameset

Frame

Schwinn Allloy Drop Bar Road

Fork

Schwinn Unicrown Road Fork

Drivetrain

Crankset / Chainwheel

Schwinn Approved Alloy 42/52t Road

Bottom Bracket

Sealed w/ Ball Bottom Bracket System

Derailleurs

Road Double (F), Shimano TZ-40 (R)

Shifters

Shimano A050 Bar Mounted

Cog Set

7spd Road Gearing

Chain

KMC Z-51, Black

Speed

14 speed

Wheels

Rims

Schwinn Alloy x 36H

Hubs

QR Alloy 36H(F), Alloy 36H(R)

Spokes

14G BLACK

Tires

Schwinn 700 x 25c Road

Components

Pedals

Road w/ Toe Clip and Strap

Brakes

Dual Pivot Road

Brake Levers

Alloy Road

Handlebar

Road Shallow Drop

Stem

Schwinn Road Ahead

Headset

1 1/8" threadless

Grips

Color Matched Foam Wrap

Saddle

Schwinn Padded Road

Seatpost

27.2 Alloy

Extras

Extras

Color Matched Parts, Clear Coated Paint and Graphics ,Toe Clips and Straps, Kickstand

Reviews (1)

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Prelude
 
4.0

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9/24/2012

(11 of 14 customers found this review helpful)

 
4.0

Excellent beginner road bike

By New Challenge Fitness

from Atlanta, GA

About Me Casual/ Recreational

Verified Reviewer

Pros

  • Attractive Design
  • Great Components
  • Handles Well
  • Lightweight

Cons

  • Uncomfortable

Best Uses

  • Road Biking

Comments about Prelude:

This bike offers a sleek, stream-lined design thats good for getting out on the road. It's lightweight and handles very well. Very good on acceleration and braking. Super-smooth gearing up and down. Good for fitness riding. Seat could use a little more cushion.

  • Was this a gift?:
  • No

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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