Schwinn Active 20 Series recumbent bike -- good for someone 4'11"? I am short and need a recumbent bike with a seat that can adjust in height as well as forward and back. Is the Schwinn Active 20 a good choice, and if not what model would you recommend? Schwinn Active 20 Series recumbent bike -- good for someone 4'11"? I am short and need a recumbent bike with a seat that can adjust in height as well as forward and back. Is the Schwinn... » Read More Schwinn Active 20 Series recumbent bike -- good for someone 4'11"? I am short and need a recumbent bike with a seat that can adjust in height as well as forward and back. Is the Schwinn Active 20 a good choice, and if not what model would you recommend? « Show Less
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I am about 5'0" and I just got my bike yesterday. One of my concerns was whether or not it would work for somebody my height. it does! And I am not in the closest position, so I would guess you could be about 4"9" and it would still work.It does not go up and down, just backwards and forwards, but it is low to the ground, so getting on it is easy.
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Check again, they are all 3 now available at another place... most frequent GOOGLE result and for 200 less than here. I just bought the large, and I am 5'10, but I have a 30" inseam and it fits ok and I have even had to adjust the seat up quite a bit more than I was expecting. I added a diamondback pillowtop saddle, since I am new to biking also and the saddle that it comes with was killing me. If you are mechanically adept, you can assemble the bike easily but it is good to have a REAL bike shop look it over, the box store assembled mine and it ended up scratched, with under inflated tires, the brakes squeaked, handle bars were not aligned properly, and the deraillers needed adjustment Check again, they are all 3 now available at another place... most frequent GOOGLE result and for 200 less than here. I just bought the large, and I am 5'10, but I have a 30" inseam and it fits ok and I have even had to adjust the seat up quite a bit more than I was expecting. I added a diamondback pillowtop saddle, since I am new to biking also and the saddle that it comes with was killing me. If you are mechanically adept, you can assemble the bike easily but it is good to have a REAL bike shop look it over, the box store assembled mine and it ended up scratched, with under inflated... » Read More Check again, they are all 3 now available at another place... most frequent GOOGLE result and for 200 less than here. I just bought the large, and I am 5'10, but I have a 30" inseam and it fits ok and I have even had to adjust the seat up quite a bit more than I was expecting. I added a diamondback pillowtop saddle, since I am new to biking also and the saddle that it comes with was killing me. If you are mechanically adept, you can assemble the bike easily but it is good to have a REAL bike shop look it over, the box store assembled mine and it ended up scratched, with under inflated tires, the brakes squeaked, handle bars were not aligned properly, and the deraillers needed adjustment « Show Less
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Problem with this model schwinn & some of their other low-cost models like the volare is they do not give specific frame dimensions.. I have a 29" inseam, and when I stand with my feet on the ground above the frame on the volare, I just barely clear the top frame rail.. I have measured the seat post to crank pedal and it comes in at 18"..20" is approx. 51cm in bike talk,and a frame size considered small ok for someone my size,but probably not right for you..Schwinn offers similiar bikes based on the same design at walmart on-line( Varsity models)too bad about the bike sizing info,the volare has been a great value performing bike! Good Luck! Problem with this model schwinn & some of their other low-cost models like the volare is they do not give specific frame dimensions.. I have a 29" inseam, and when I stand with my feet on the ground above the frame on the volare, I just barely clear the top frame rail.. I have measured the seat post to crank pedal and it comes in at 18"..20" is approx. 51cm in bike talk,and a frame size considered small ok for someone my size,but probably not right for you..Schwinn offers similiar bikes based on the same design at walmart on-line( Varsity models)too bad about the bike sizing... » Read More Problem with this model schwinn & some of their other low-cost models like the volare is they do not give specific frame dimensions.. I have a 29" inseam, and when I stand with my feet on the ground above the frame on the volare, I just barely clear the top frame rail.. I have measured the seat post to crank pedal and it comes in at 18"..20" is approx. 51cm in bike talk,and a frame size considered small ok for someone my size,but probably not right for you..Schwinn offers similiar bikes based on the same design at walmart on-line( Varsity models)too bad about the bike sizing info,the volare has been a great value performing bike! Good Luck! « Show Less
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I'm 5'4 and 18inch is just perfect for me. My best guess would be for you to try both size at a local store. Or you can check online for size charts : it will tell you the recommended bicycle frame height according to your height. Under 5'4 = they recommend 18 inches
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Our tall 3 year old can just barely reach the pedals. He is not yet able to actually pedal the bike. Will be great this summer when he is four. The Schwinn is a very solid built trike.
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I am considering a 231 model. I have had a 201 model for 2.5 years.... had to have a flywheel in it for this exact problem after one year. ... now the 201 model is doing it again, and it is out of warranty. .... is the 231 built with better components?? By this post it sounds like it is not.. I bike on this a ton... every day. up to 80-100 miles on a good day. Seems like a waste if it is not. I bought Schwinn because I though the components were the best. .. and not so concerned about the bells and whistles. Any help appreciated. Thanks.
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Yes the bike is very light and easy to ride. At 5.5 it should be perfect.I'm 5.10 and had to make several adjustments for my height. Only recommendation is to look into a more comfortable seat. It's a little uncomfortable on those longer rides
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Even though I am male and 6 foot 2, I have a few 26inch bicycles and all you have to do is adjust the seat post up. You can always get different handlebars for comfort, but this bike is fine as it is. Just to give you a different reference, my wife and also her daughter who are both at the lower end of the 5 foot range have used this bike. I had to lower the seat all the way down where the seat springs straddle the bike rack and it works for them just fine.
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My wife is 5'8" and is a bit too tall for this bike. The 20" measurement refers to the diameter of the wheels, which can be a little misleading due to the style of this bicycle. We bought it for our 7 year old and it was WAY too big. But a more typical bicycle design with 20" wheels fits her fine. But for an adult of 5'10", this bike is definitely too small. We expect our daughter will be able to ride this bike in a few years. HTH.
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I really like this bike but if you are under 5'3" it may be difficult to adjust it for your size. I'm 5'3" and my husband adjusted the bike as much as possible (drilled new hole), and he said that was as much of an adjustment that could be made. I still need to use a pillow behind my back to reach the pedals and be comfortable.
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This is a fine bike for short people. It is one of the best exercise bikes I have ever ridden. I am 5"1'--and a friend of mine who is a bit shorter recently bought this model and tells me it works for her too.
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My opinion is that this bike might be too small for her. I am 5'6" and I would not want it any smaller. I have long legs and have adjusted the seat way up, so it's OK for me. It's a great bike, but it is on the small side.
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I am 6'2 and just bought this bike. I have the seat post as far up as it will go and it is still too small for me. I mean, I can still ride it but my legs are not close to the correct angle when pedaling. I think it would be too small for anyone 6' or taller.
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Depends on how long your legs and body are. I know someone who is 5' 10" and rides this bike. If you can get the seat up high enough for longer legs, and the reach doesn't feel to short for your body length. Always best to be able to try a bike, or know the size that fits you best, but sometimes we gamble a bit! I find that some bikes feel better than others, regardless of size.
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Hi, I would love to tell you I am a master at bike buying, but the truth is I was lucky to know that bikes came in a size. This fits my brother who is 5'10, and 165 lbs. Based on your height I would think that your legs are a bit longer than his, so you probably would want a slightly larger frame. Weight doesn't seem to be an issue. His buddy is 5'10 but 220lbs and borrows the bike. If there was a difference, I couldn't tell. If you'd like more help, I used the bike calculator tool at ebicycles to check on the bike for my brother, but it also needs your leg length and it varies by type of bike. I've attached a link for the different calculators. It has calculators for road bikes, mountain bikes, and bmx bikes. I hope that helps! http://www.ebicycles.com/article/bicycle-frame-size-charts.html#bicycle-size-calculators
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I'm 5'10" and the bike a a bit small for me, but it's not 12"s small. Many bikes you'll find (even at walmart) are going to be 20", like this one. Best suggestion is to go stand over one of them before buying.
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While the quality of the bike is excellent, I am disappointed since I cannot ride it! It is described as being for people as short as 4' 7", but at 5' it is still too tall for me! Maybe your wife's extra two inches will make it usable for her. It cost me an additional $50 to have it assembled. I would be happy to sell my unused bike to you . . . it's in excellent condition!