10-23-2013, 10:54 AM
I find the low seat height helps as I can easily get both feet flat on the ground which assists with confidence and control (I'm 174cm tall, or 5 feet 8). Yes, it's a tad heavy, but once underway the weight disappears. I use this as a city bike, everyday bike and commuter and that means jumping on and off, parking etc. I've never thought the weight was an issue.
I just remind myself not to get complacent. When I'm backing it into a parking space, wheeling it around or doing slow riding, tight u-turns etc, I just remind myself "this is a heavy bike, be smooth with your inputs and be gentle on the brake". No problemo.
I just remind myself not to get complacent. When I'm backing it into a parking space, wheeling it around or doing slow riding, tight u-turns etc, I just remind myself "this is a heavy bike, be smooth with your inputs and be gentle on the brake". No problemo.