Next bikes have established themselves as worthy among manufacturers of low-cost cycling. The assortment has various equipment options: for paved roads, travel and competitions. This fact is confirmed by the popular Forward Next models designed for urban and mountain roads.
Next is a popular bicycle manufacturer.
The bike manufacturing company is located in the suburbs of San Francisco in the United States of America. Meet Next's products in hypermarkets anywhere in the world: from Europe to Asia, ending with the USA and Canada.
Next bikes allow the user to develop extremely light maneuverability due to the light weight of the vehicle. The steel frame is strong enough to withstand an emergency and leave a person unharmed. Next bikes are designed for universal riding. Frames are available in such sizes: 15, 17, 19, 21 and 23 inches.
The choice of the size of the frame of the bicycle depending on height
To make riding a bicycle comfortable without pain in the back and knees, the frame is selected taking into account the recommendations of the manufacturers and the physiological characteristics of the customers.
The size of the bicycle frame by height is a characteristic that affects the length and height of the frame: as its size increases (decreases), the length of the frame pipe proportionally changes.
Recommendations when choosing a bike
- Choose a smaller size for extreme skiing in the mountains, for the city - focus on the table without going beyond it.
- With a thin and normal configuration, you can choose a large size, with a full physique - take one size smaller.
- Folding bike transport is suitable for a person with a height of not more than 185 cm.
- If you have a transitional height (178 or 165 cm), then choose a bike with a smaller frame.
Consider the choice of sizes for Next bikes, which are designed for universal riding.
The table shows the size of the frame of the bicycle by the height of the person.
Frame size inches | Human height, cm |
fifteen | 145-160 |
17 | 160-170 |
19 | 170-180 |
21 | 180-190 |
23 | 190-200 |
However, it is not always possible to quickly pick up a bicycle, based on growth and using the table below. In practice, when choosing a bicycle, use the following advice: stand over the vehicle so that the back touches the seat and the legs are on both sides of the frame. With a properly selected frame height, the distance between the upper tube and the groin should be 5-15 cm.
Folding bikes
According to the level of technology, modern folding bicycle transport is not inferior to big brothers, but even superior. It is compact, manoeuvrable and convenient for storage. Next presents several folding models. Let's consider some of them.
The Next-170 folding bike has 6 speeds, a 20 "wheel diameter and a 10" frame diameter, aluminum rims, a rim braking system. It is made in red, has a folding steering wheel and pedals, a convenient trunk with a clip.
The 3-speed Next Folding Nexus folding bike has a 20 "wheel diameter and a 10" frame diameter, with a rim braking system. The size of the seatpost is 400x30.4 mm, the weight of the bike is 13.75 kg with a maximum load capacity of 100 kg. Cycling is made of durable material - aluminum (frame) and steel (fork) in blue and white.
Reviews
According to users, the Next bike (folding) is lightweight and compact. Due to the small size of the model, it is convenient to store and transport in a car. The pluses include maneuverability in a limited space. However, the painting and welding seams are of poor quality. The disadvantages include difficulties in finding spare parts for folding models and heavy weight.
Forward Next Bicycles
Forward-made Russian-made bicycles - inexpensive high-quality bicycle transport for city and mountain roads. Consider the main modifications of Forward Next 2015 release.
The 21-speed Forward Next 1.0 bike is designed for urban roads, has a light weight of 14.5 kg, and a fork travel of about 100 mm. The steel steering wheel has dimensions of 31.8x640 mm. The Tektro Novela disc brakes make driving easier in damp and winter weather. The diameter of the wheels is 26 inches. The bike has plastic wings.
The Forward Next 2.0 bike is designed for outdoor activities and travel, it has 21 speeds, the optimal wheel size is 26 ", the weight is pretty light 15 kg, and the Avid BB3 disc brakes.
Advantages and disadvantages
Based on customer reviews, the table summarizes the main advantages and disadvantages of Forward Next bicycles.
Benefits | disadvantages |
- reliable disc brakes and bearings;
- good design and good build;
- maneuverability;
- quality fork size 100 mm;
- soft and comfortable sitting;
- light weight;
- Excellent value for money and quality.
| - average quality aluminum frames;
- weak wings, fastenings are untwisted;
- hydraulic lock not debugged;
- short-lived carriage;
- simple and cheap Shimano switches;
- on the asphalt the tires make a loud noise.
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In general, Forward Next bikes are of high quality, with a catchy appearance and high performance. Transport can be operated in any weather: both in heat and in cold. The most significant plus is the inexpensive price and accessories.
Bicycle Tips
When buying a budget vehicle, be guided by the following:
- if it is important for you that the bike takes up a minimum of space and can be easily moved, choose a folding bike with a wheel size of 20 inches, but its stability is lower and it is inconvenient for a tall person to sit;
- it is comfortable to move around the city with wheels 24-26 inches; for asphalt roads and highways, choose wheels with large diameters (26-29 inches);
- Choose a frame for growth, focusing on the advice of manufacturers;
- if a person is fully equipped, the model is chosen with a reinforced frame.
Next bikes have established themselves as fairly reliable means of transportation on Russian roads.