Recently, Stern bicycles have appeared on the shelves of many stores, in particular Sportmaster. A variety of models flooded the market for cycling enthusiasts, completely displacing the manufacturer Nordway. Brand Stern - bicycles, reviews of which fully reveal their nuances and features.
A little about the brand Stern
As already mentioned above, these bike models first appeared in Sportmaster stores. It is easy to notice the relationship between the emergence of a new brand and the disappearance of the old - Nordway. There is no information about the manufacturer of these sporting goods; accordingly, we can conclude that Stern is the same brand of Sportmaster store as in the past Nordway.
Rumor has it that in the production of the new brand, specialists from such well-known companies as Kona and Trek tried. Of course, more budget models are built on Nordway frames, in the manufacture of expensive and high-quality bicycles the frames of eminent sports companies were used.
It is known that the main production of Sterns is located in China, and as regards development, pre-sale refinement and after-sales service, all this is done in Russia. Such a business decision greatly reduces the cost of sporting goods, which means it makes prices for customers loyal and affordable. And if we are talking about buying a bike in the off-season, then it is quite realistic to count on a decent discount.
Stern bikes - what are they?
Briefly describe this brand, this brand is definitely not suitable for lovers of cycling, it is rather for unhurried walks in the nearest park. Stern bikes can be described as entry-level sports equipment that is similar in quality to Auchan bikes. However, you can argue about the quality of the models for a long time, someone has a knock on the carriage at the 10th kilometer, while another has been using such a bike for more than one season. Despite the disagreement on this brand, many continue to choose Stern bikes. Reviews of children's and adult models can be read below.
All Stern models are made from inexpensive materials. Bicycles usually have a not very strong attachment, an aluminum or steel frame with single rims. Due to this, their cost is low, and advertising billboards that talk about such a seductive value, they say: "Buy me!" I would like to note right away that the Stern lineup is not very large, and you won’t see any double-suspension or road bikes on the market. However, the range of children's, urban and mountain models is quite wide. About company products such as Stern-bikes, reviews can be found both at various forums and in stores selling these models.
In other words, Stern is an excellent marketing move by manufacturers with an unusual design solution of average quality for a decent price.
The most popular bike models Stern
Despite the fact that the model range of this brand is not very large compared to the more well-known sports brands, each category (children’s, women’s, men’s) has its own sales leaders.
As for the mountain line of bicycles, here, as they say, there is where to turn around - Stern Dynamic, Mira, Motion, Vega, Electra. City bikes are represented by the Stern Cruise and Stern City models, plus there are bicycles with a female frame. A variety of children's bicycles is amazing, the line begins with a wheel size of 12 inches and ends at 24. Most often, children buy Stern Attack, LeeLoo, Rocket or Fantasy bicycles.
Children's Stern models
The lowest prices can be found, of course, in the children's product line. The price range starts from 3000 rubles. For parents, Stern children's bicycles are great gifts for their kids, reviews of which speak of decent build quality and reasonable cost. For example, the one-speed children's Stern Rocket 12 is the best option for the first skiing experience, you can buy for 2300 rubles (the cost depends on the region). This model is assembled from a steel frame, the bike has a single rim and a rear lower brake. In addition, in addition to the bicycle, there are supporting side wheels and wings, which are included in the equipment kit. This bike (children's Stern Rocket 12) is perfect for kids 3-4 years old who just try their hand at cycling.
For teens, a bike with a wheel diameter of 20 and 24 inches is suitable - a teenage bike Stern Attack or LeeLoo. In the first case, the frame is made of steel, the model has attachments from Shimano Tourney, as well as 6 or 8 speeds, depending on the diameter of the wheels. Stern Attack is made with a convenient footboard, a single rim, a shock absorber fork on a spring or elastomer and with rim brakes. LeeLoo on technical components completely duplicates the previous model, but differs in color scheme. The cost of teenage bikes is much higher than children's bikes, you can buy such a bike within 7-8 thousand rubles.
Girls most often buy Stern Fantasy 12 bikes, technically they are no different from the previous model, but they have a bright "girl" design. The diameter of the wheels for young athletes is slightly smaller - from 20 to 21 inches.
Stern Children's Bicycle Reviews
By the number of positive reviews about children's models, we can conclude that the price is fully consistent with the quality. According to parents who purchased children's bikes of the Stern brand, bicycles are quite durable and comfortable, have special steps and extra wheels. The only thing that many pay attention to is the lack of detailed assembly and operating instructions. Some note the fact that children's bikes are quite heavy. But in general, all customers are satisfied.
Popular mountain bike models
In the case of adult models, the cost of 3-8 thousand rubles is not necessary. However, manufacturers have released the only budget version of the mountain bike of the simplest configuration, which can be found for only 6,000 rubles. What is such an economical option? The female model - Stern Vega and the unisex bike Stern Dynamic 1.0 - is an excellent solution for beginner athletes. The models are made with a durable steel frame that can withstand up to 80 kg, the bike has 18 speeds, rim brakes, spring shock absorber fork and a single rim. Bicycle Attachment - from Sun Race.
Mid-level bikes are Stern Energy 1.0 bikes. The unisex model with an aluminum frame is much lighter than other budget options. The attachment of the bike is from Shimano. To women's bicycles, "middle peasants" include Stern Mira. In terms of parameters, it is similar to Energy.
Sports enthusiasts and experienced cyclists opt for the Stern Force and Motion bikes. They differ from the listed options primarily by the presence of an aluminum frame, a double rim, the ability to switch the suspension fork and the number of speeds - at least 21. Such a bicycle can be bought in the range of 12-20 thousand rubles. The most expensive models are Stern Force 2.0, Motion 1.0, 2.0, and 5.0. They have a minimum of 24 speeds, as well as disc hydraulic brakes.
Advantages and disadvantages of the Stern Motion 2.0 model
The most popular is the Stern Motion 2.0 bike. Reviews about this model are very diverse, despite such demand. The advantages of the bike include mechanical disc brakes that work in any weather, the ease of switches and ease of use. The disadvantages, according to buyers, are the rim, which in fact can hardly be called double, the poor-quality material of the steering wheel handle and an uncomfortable seat. Most bike lovers choose Stern bikes; their reviews indicate that they are satisfied with the purchase, and the technical components are completely satisfied with them.
Female models of bikes Stern
For young ladies, sports bike manufacturers have specially developed several models - Stern City 1.0 (2.0, 3.0) Ladies, Maya Ladies and Stern Cruise Ladies. The price range of bicycles with a female frame is average: from 8,000 to 15,000 rubles.
Pros and cons of female models
Among the owners of bikes, few are unhappy. According to the number of positive responses, we can conclude that the most popular model is the female bike Stern Maya. Reviews about this bike are easy to find. Cyclists note a comfortable seat, the optimal number of speeds. According to the ladies, an important criterion for choosing a bicycle is its weight, and so Stern Maya is fully suitable in all respects. The only thing the owners are asking to pay attention to is the appearance of the system. There were cases when a purchase was found to be defective.
In any case, when buying a bicycle, it is worth starting first of all from the technical characteristics of the model. Customer reviews will greatly help you make the right choice.