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Schwinn Voyageur Review
a comfort bike that can handle a good ride

I recently visited our local Performance Bike shop to see how the 2012 Schwinn Voyageur compared to the older Schwinn Voyageur model that we used to recommend on this site and I see that Schwinn has improved or maintained the excellent quality of this bike.

This bike is not even in the same category as the "big box" Schwinn models that you see for sale at Amazon or Wal-Mart, etc. The Schwinn Voyageur has an excellent design and a quality frame, components and parts.

After reviewing the Schwinn Voyageur again this year (compared to last years model) I realized once again what a nice hybrid/comfort bike this is and I have no problem keeping this as our Best Buy bike in this category once again this year.

Schwinn calls this bike a "Bike Path" bike, which I would consider either a hybrid or a comfort bike. This bike can handle touring and distance rides, comfortably, as well as paved, crushed stone, grass or dirt bike trails.

The Schwinn Voyageur has a nicely padded seat, front and rear suspension (shock absorbers) ergonomic handlebar grips with grip shifters (not levers), high quality components and a comfortable frame design. The number after the model name (usually 21 or 24) indicate the number of gears.Mens and Womens models are available.

Note: As of 5/15/2012 the 2012 Schwinn Voyageur 21 is on sale and selling for $349.99 (new) at Performance with free shipping options (was $399 on 3/5/12). See 2012 Schwinn Voyageur ~ Men's for the latest price, more customer reviews or to get this bike online. See 2012 Schwinn Voyageur ~ Women's for the latest deal on the women's model.

There are still some prior year models available online too that you can get for even less. See All Schwinn Voyagers for the latest deals on all Schwinn Voyageurs including prior year models.

You can find some slightly cheaper brands of comfort bikes (at Wal-Mart for example) but you will usually "get what you pay for" and will not be able to find the same quality as you will get with the Voyageur for the same (or slightly higher) price.

Hybrid and comfort bikes, including the Schwinn Voyageur are an excellent choice for casual and comfortable bike rides as well as an occasional longer distance (bike path or touring) ride.

About-Bicycles Review:

I have found the Schwinn Voyageur to be the highest quality hybrid / comfort bike available in the under $400 price range.

I use the term hybrid and comfort interchangeably for this bike since it fits both categories pretty well. It can handle roads or moderate bike trails and the bike is definitely comfortable.

I especially like the heavily padded seat, the chain guards, the very comfortable frame design, front suspension, read seat shock absorber and even the sleek look of this bike ~ many of the cables are routed through the frame.

Customer Reviews:

Note: Since the 2012 Voyageur is so new, at this time I have to resort to the relevant customer reviews of prior year Schwinn Voyageur models

There were 2 very positive reviews of the Voyageur (both 5 of 5 stars), at Performance Bike at the time of this initial review. See Performance Reviews for more customer reviews...

Comments included...

"I just started riding again after 20+ years. I purchased this bike for comfort on short 5 to 10 mile rides. I am up to 20+ miles on most rides. This bike is so easy to ride you just want to keep on going. Thanks Schwinn you have a great bike at a great price. "

Bottom Line: "Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Comments about 2009 Schwinn Voyageur GS Comfort Bike".

2012 Schwinn Voyageur 21 Features:

• Colors: Blue or Sterling Silver
  
• Sizes: S,M,L
  
• Frame: Updated Schwinn Comfort 700c Aluminum
  
• Fork: Suntour M3010 Suspension with 63mm travel, 1 1/8"
  
• Crank: Schwinn "S" Logo Alloy 42/34/24t
  
• Bottom Bracket: Cartridge
  
• Derailleurs: Shimano Altus, Shimano Tourney
  
• Shifters: Shimano Tourney Revo
  
• Cog Set: Shimano Tourney, 14-34t, 7-speed
  
• Chain: KMC Z51, 7-speed
  
• Rims: Weinmann ZAC19 doublewall 32 Hole
  
• Hubs: KT Alloy 32 Hole
  
• Spokes: 14G stainless
  
• Tires: Duro Sierra, 700 x 35c
  
• Pedals: Plastic body with reflector
  
• Brakes: Schwinn Alloy V-Brake
  
• Brake Levers: Schwinn Alloy
  
• Handlebar: Schwinn Comfort Steel, 25.4, 50mm rise
  
• Stem: Schwinn Alloy Quill, 25.4
  
• Headset: VP Threaded, 1 1/8"
  
• Saddle: Schwinn Comfort Spring
  
• Seatpost: Schwinn Alloy Suspension, 26.8 x 300
  
• Extras: Schwinn Comfort Kraton Grips
  

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