Radio Flyer Classic Red 10-Inch Bicycle with Chain Drive
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Product Summary
Manufacturer: Radio FlyerBrand: Radio Flyer
Release Date: 2007-01-02
Model: 36
Product features:
- Classic bicycle styling
- It is 10" steel spooked wheels with real rubber tires
- Chrome handlebars and fenders
- Sturdy steel construction
- Has no brakes
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Toys and Games Reviews of Radio Flyer Classic Red 10-Inch Bicycle with Chain Drive
Customer Review: Classic Design with "Sweat Shop" manufacturing
Summary: 3 Stars
Let me start out by saying the bike has some timeless design: Wide seat, chrome fenders, "Albatross" bar, and a 'ring-ring' bell. If you subscribe to Rivendell, this is a dream bike. The red color is so stunning that you might want to admire it for a while.... except that you won't be able to breathe near by this bike for at least two weeks.
When the bike has arrived at my front door, my plan to assemble it with my kid in the living room went out through the window, and soon I found myself in the garage with the door open, with my breathing apparatus I use for priming, ...and all by myself (because the first reaction from my three year old boy was "what's that smell, Daddy?"). It all starts and ends with the "tires."
Well, the tires are solid block of rubber, and I like this feature because 1) the weight is not an issue at this stage, 2) no need to inflate the tires, and 3) they bring down the center of gravity quite a bit. However, there were two isues with these wheels: 1) they were not true and 2) ah, THE SMELL.
First of all, I was neither planning nor delighted when I had to take out my truing stand and spoke ranch for 10" bike. And even after spending considerable time to true the wheels, the front one was still wobbly (this does slow down my boy a little, and I find that to be a good thing).
As for the second issue, as with almost everything in life, only time will heal. The stench will eventually go away after 2~3 weeks. Put the fully assembled bike or, better yet, the wheels only out on your back yard. Keep your kid and other pets aways for a few weeks. If you have any mole/gopher problem, place the wheels near by fresh mounds, and they will surely move away to next county.
Why did I keep the bike? Because my kid loves it. The bike is a "fixie," meaning the real wheel will stop, when your kid stop pedaling. When my boy "moved up" from his trike to this bike, he was having so much fun for the fact that it was behaving exactly like his old trike: he can go forward and back. This comes with a price: no brake. But this bike is so heavy (and wheels so out of alignment), your kid won't be going that fast anyway. As for stability, the bike will tip over occasionally just like any other 12" bikes; however, the bike's small size does minimize the fall.
One more tip: Do spray chain lube or WD40 on the chain system. Your kid will thank you (maybe not, but it will avoid making your kid crank like a bike messenger, butt off the saddle).
Timeless & winning design.... however, can't imagine what the factory would smell like making these bikes. Oh, btw, the stunning red color I have mentioned before? I have not lead-tested it yet... :)
Description of Radio Flyer Classic Red 10-Inch Bicycle with Chain Drive
Little riders will love cruising in classic Radio Flyer style on this 10" bike. It's as handsome as it is durable with 10" steel spoke wheels, real rubber tires, a chain drive and sturdy steel construction. Shiny chrome handlebars and fenders make this beauty shine. The padded, adjustable seat is perfect for growing riders. There's even a ringing bell to let everyone know you're on your way. Includes training wheels. Does not include brakes.Pedal Ride-Ons Toys
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