Are Schwinn bikes bought at Wal-mart good? I just bought one and I was wondering...?

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Stardust Hopes

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Its a Del Mar Schwinn bike and its rather large with silver coverings on the wheelings. How reliable is this bike, does it last a long time, what have you heard of it, is it a good bike or not? it costed $115, is that the right price for it, is this a real Schwinn? please help me thanks a bunch. also it is without speed control, its just a regular bike. also if u can link me reviews of this bike, although i would love to have your opinion or what u have heard facts about it. thanks.
where is a good independent bike dealer place that is not so expensive. because i cant afford the expensive bikes.what is the best for my money kinda of bike
this is for just riding around to classes during college
 
It's not a bad bike for the money. Keep your receipt in a safe place so you can return it if you need to. The Walmart site has 42 reviews on it and most of them are good. Yes, it is a real Schwinn but it's not as good as the ones that are sold in the bike shops. The good thing is this bike doesn't have gears or brakes that need adjusting. All you have to do is check the tire pressure before each ride and get some oil for the chain. Walmart started selling good bicycle chain oil this year.
 
The point is that you shouldn't buy a bike from Walmart because when you do, you are not giving your business to an independent small business bike dealer in your area. Return the bike to Walmart and then go to an independent bike dealer where you will get advice and guidance in buying the right bike for you and customer service - things you won't get at Walmart.
 
For the most part, bikes from Walmart are junk. A low end mountain bike that's decent will be at least $300. But if money is an issue, buy what you can afford.
The bike you mention will be ok if all you want to do is get from point A to point B. It's not for serious riding.Just be sure to keep the chain clean and oiled.
 
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