My New Bike
Monday, September 19, 2011 at 4:37AM 
I have been debating for years on whether or not to get a bike. I am not one to buy recklessly (anymore) and want to make sure that I use it more than our twice a year beach trips. Well, I finally settled it and decided to get one! I searched all price ranges and looks until I came to the conclusion that I did not have to spend wildly to get the look and type I wanted. I wanted a hybrid of sorts to handle our hills, but still have the look and feel of a cruiser. I also wanted a cream with a back rack. I narrowed it down to the Windsor, Electra Townie, and this Schwinn. The only thing that set the other two bikes apart for me was that they had gorgeous cognac leather seats and handles, but in the end I didn't think the higher prices justified the buys. I am sure quality is better with the others, but I am thinking more leisurely rides. All this to say I simply adore her. She handles well and looks pretty. The basket I came across at Walmart of all places. KJ said it was the most important part of my bike. I may just have to agree.
Reader Comments (13)
yay! I l know you will love it. I see you call your bike "her"; now you need to give "her" a name! donna
Love the bike!!! I know you will get a lot of use from it in the upcoming fall months!!!
Love it! Okay, want to ride over to Homewood for a date? I am getting the hang of things and able to venture out!
LOVE it. I ride my bike so much more then I ever thought. It's so fun to take a break and ride with the kids...and occasionally alone for quite time! Enjoy!
KJ is absolutely correct. "She's" beautiful...
Paula, Love your new bike! I always had a Schwinn growing up so it's a bit nostalgic for me. And I adore cream. The great thing is that it has fenders so no mud splatters...so many bikes don't have them and they are a must. I have to ask...are you going to use a helmet? My kids say I look ridiculous, but safety first. What do you think? annie
I've had a similar one on my wish list for quite a while now. Maybe one day we'll be bike twins!
Oh it's so cool, Paula! Have fun zooming around your neighborhood!
LOve your bike, got an almost identical one in a bright green and put a basket on mine too!!! So lovely paula! I bet you get a ton of use out of it!! I had to get one to keep up with my kiddo!
Yay, for the new bike! Now I want one!
Ahhh, LOVE the new bicycle. I want one so badly, it's on my fall wish list! My Dad has a Schwinn that is older than I am that he STILL rides. Cracks me up. They're trusty bikes..
LOVE that bike! And I agree the basket is indeed the most important part.
Love the basket! You are going to adore your new bike!