Electra Bicycle Company Townie 21

Price Paid:  $699.00 at vertical earth,cd'a,

Favorite Ride:
townie 8d balloon,mens

Summary:
my townie 8d balloon is the bike i always waned as a kid but never had. not an up hill performer,but a bicycle trail dream. my trek navigator has its dirt road strengths but for the sheer joy of a breeze on my bald 59yr. head i could do no better.

Strengths:
comfort,simplicity,riding position,heads up,potential for accessorizing.

Weaknesses:
not a steep hill climber.

Similar Products Used:
trek navigator

Price Paid:  $483.00 at Mikes Bike Shop Pala

Favorite Ride:
Townie Electra 7D Orange

Bike Setup:
The bike shop set it up.

Summary:
I have the 2010 Electra Townie womens 7D bike in Orange with a white basket. My husband purchsed the Electra Townie Euro 24 speed for $770.00. Neither of us had done much biking since we were kids but wanted to get more green. We've literally cruised every inch of our town and after work commonly ride our bikes to restaurants, have dinner and ride home. I have a white basket that is fabulous for hauling my purse, helmit, bike locks etc. Everyone smiles and waves as they see my ride by on my bright orange bike with my little white basket. Recently, as I cruised by two kids, about 11 and 9 years old, I heard the older one tell the younger one "I used to have a bike like that!" LOL. It's great to ride sitting straight up and being able to put my feet flat on the ground when I need to stop. I'm only 4'11 so have the seat all the way down but still fit fine. These bikes are very sturdy and easy to ride. It's such a fun way to get exercise when you work behind a desk all day :)

Strengths:
Tires, frame, flat foot technology, ease of use & sturdy design

Weaknesses:
A little heavy weight wise, must adjust to steering from a straight up position at first. Other than that, no weaknesses.

Similar Products Used:
I previously used my daughters Fuji 21 speed and it was great too but the leaning over hurt my back so this is much much better. Plus I feel like it looks so cute to cruise

Price Paid:  $479.00 at Bike Source Columbus

Model Year:
2007

Bike Setup:
Added the back rack and am adding metal fenders.

Summary:
I love my leaf green ladies 21D Townie! A friend bought one last year and never stopped raving about it. So this year, I was ready to trade being hunched over the handlebars of my trusty Schwinn, and I could not be more pleased. I've ridden it almost every day since I got it, and even after a long trip (for me), I am not sore - not in the bum nor in the shoulders. Very comfortable, and it looks really retro cool (though my nephews think I look goofy - when they get to be my age, they'll understand the value of comfort!).

Strengths:
It's all about comfort for me.

Weaknesses:
Not a ton of power in the highest gear, and I've given up on finding a water bottle cage that works, but I got the rack and bag for the back, so the water bottle is fine in there.

Similar Products Used:
25 years on a Schwinn mountain bike

Price Paid:  $599.00 at Mud Sweat & Gears (C

Favorite Ride:
Everywhere

Bike Setup:
21D Electra Townie with front shocks, kick stand. Added fenders and a bell.

Summary:
I love this bike! It is super comfortable, easy to ride, changing gears was never more smooth and simple. Doesn't hurt that it is super stylish (I've got the ladies 21D in bright lime green). Up and down hills is a snap. I haven't ridden a bike in about 20 years - now I ride everyday.

Strengths:
Lightweight, cruiser upright style is comfortable and easy to ride, gear shifts simple.

Weaknesses:
None

Price Paid:  $475.00 at The Cycling Hub, Cle

Favorite Ride:
Townie 21D

Summary:
Bike is a 2010, I love this bike! It is supremely comfortable, smooth ride, you feel you could ride it forever. Quality construction, precision feel to the controls, beautiful paint quality, wouldn't change a thing about it!

Strengths:
Quality construction, smooth ride

Weaknesses:
none

Similar Products Used:
Trek, Fuji bikes