Schwinn Laguna Sport Road Bike

ork, so you'll be prepared to tackle any urban jungle. In order to keep your tires where you want them, Schwinn has equipped the Laguna with an alloy drop bar and adjustable rise alloy stem. This bike is also equipped to rocket through its gears with the Shimano 24-speed drive train with Shimano 2200 shifters, and you can rest assured that you'll stop on a dime with the Pro Max caliper brakes. Ready for the steepest hills, Schwinn built the Laguna with a TruVativ Iso-Flow Road crankset and aero alloy rims with quick-release alloy hubs and stainless steel spokes. A Selle San Marko saddle offers Italian styling and all-day comfort.

Specifications:

Frame: Schwinn N'Litened welded aluminum frame with Schwinn Race geometry, standard 1-1/8" head tube, forged dropouts
Fork: Schwinn N'Gauged Cr-mo w/1-1/8" steerer and canti-bosses
Drivetrain System: Shimano 24-speed 2200 shifters, Shimano 2200 front and rear derailleur
Brakes: ProMax caliper with toe in pads
Crankset: TruVativ Iso-Flow Road 52-42-30 Cr-Mo chainrings
Wheels: Weinmann DA-16 32 hole alloy rims with quick release alloy hubs and stainless steel spokes
Handlebar/Stem Extras: Alloy drop bar/adjustable rise alloy stem and alloy seat post
BB: TruVativ Cartridge square taper 68 x 113
Pedals: Nylon w/clip and strap
Front Derailleur: Shimano FD-2203 31.8 down-pull
Rear Derailleur: Shimano RD-2200
Shifters: Shimano ST-2203
Freewheel: Shimano CS HG-50 12-25 8sp
Chain: KMC Z-72
Tires: Schwalbe Blizzard Sport 700 x 23
Front and Rear Hub: Joy Tech sealed mech 32 hole
Spokes: Stainless Steel ED Black
Brake Levers: Shimano ST-2203
Stem: Melt forged alloy 25 degree rise
Grips: Schwinn gel tape with embossed logo



Customer feedback:

1. The components are a good entry to mid level quality. The assembly was fairly easy. The assembly and fine tuning everything (except gearing) took about 45 minutes. You will need the adapter for the small valve stems before you ride, it is not the standard size and the tires come with no air. For the average price of a department store bike (~ $200) you don't get much. For $100 more on this bike you get a better frame, double wall rims, better components, you get an entry level bike shop quality bike. I give this 5 stars due to the quality you get for the price. I test rode Scott, Specialized, and Trek before I bought this. They were $600 to $720 for entry level and slightly better bikes, but not that much better. Mine required fine tuning the dérailleurs. If you are unable to so, $30 to $50 at your local bike shop should get it. You will then have a smooth riding machine. The shifters on this bike are integrated into the brakes and cost about $100 if purchased separately. You push the brake lever sideways to shift one way and a thumb button shifts the other way. This decreases clutter and is more ergonomic.

2. In my opinion this is the best value for a road/sport bike. The light weight, the Shimano gear system, and overall quality are outstanding and have provided impressive performance. The assembly was very easy although basic knowledge is required due to limited instructions. Gears and breaks are already hooked up. The assembly only consisted of putting on the handlebars, front tire, seat, pedals, and adjusting the breaks.