Schwinn Heavy Duti Cruiser

MaX-D · Jun 18, 2023

I wasn't sure whether or not to put this here or in the Klunker section. Because of the bars, I figured it would be better suited for BMX Cruiser.

It started life as a fendered beach cruiser. I don't like fenders, and I love tall BMX bars. The fork is an inexpensive Amazon $50 special. The bars are Haro Baseline 9.5" rise. Sunday top load stem. Mod headset. I'm waiting on a black seat post to be delivered.

I took the bike out for a spin this morning. Within the first 20 feet of the ride, I had a smile from ear to ear. The bike just feels so good set up like this. It is so much fun to ride! It's a completely different bike. It rides soooo much better than my SE OM Flyer. This is by far my favorite bike.

MaX-D · Jun 18, 2023

Went for another 11 mile cruise this evening. Hey, it's Father's Day! I can do what I want!

I Could ride this bike all day long. I just need to get used to the seat. I haven't ridden in a while, and my tookis isn't used to being in the saddle for that long. I'll just have to keep riding.

MaX-D · Jun 18, 2023

This bike is in desperate need of paint. My initial intent was to paint it lime green and get all black slick tires, but the yellow is growing on me.

Oak Tree · Jun 18, 2023

I also love this type of setup. And my vote is to leave the original paint.

Tallbikeman · Jun 19, 2023

I really like your simple but durable setup on your bike. Yellow is a great color. I set my bicycles just like yours for a few years but came to realize it was putting a lot of pressure on my butt sitz bones. I dropped the bars way down. I like S and M bars and use a cruiser style bar with about 5" rise. I also use quill BMX stems because they are bulletproof and will not let a taller bar rotate when pulled hard. My 73 Schwinn Varsity with BMX stem and S and M with a 5" rise or so. The handlebar is a little higher that the seat. This lessened the pressure on my sitz bones which allows me to ride further.

MaX-D · Jun 19, 2023

Tallbikeman said:
I really like your simple but durable setup on your bike. Yellow is a great color. I set my bicycles just like yours for a few years but came to realize it was putting a lot of pressure on my butt sitz bones. I dropped the bars way down. I like S and M bars and use a cruiser style bar with about 5" rise. I also use quill BMX stems because they are bulletproof and will not let a taller bar rotate when pulled hard. My 73 Schwinn Varsity with BMX stem and S and M with a 5" rise or so. The handlebar is a little higher that the seat. This lessened the pressure on my sitz bones which allows me to ride further.View attachment 237545 View attachment 237544

If my butt continues to be sore, I may try a different seat or a 6" BMX bar I have laying around to take some pressure off the sitz bones. Thanks for the idea of a lower bar.

Tallbikeman · Jun 19, 2023

I didn't mention the stubby saddle. It is a Spiderflex and has cutouts where your sitz bones touch the pads. It is noseless which keeps me from having another prostatitus episode and is very comfortable. I bought my first one with great trepidation and one ride was all it took to make me a believer. So lower handlebar to put more weight on your hands and a Spiderflex saddle really help with saddlesores and such.

Oak Tree · Jun 19, 2023

Another option —-Brooks B17
Upon breakin- it’s a complete reverse of your anatomy.
Best $119 ever spent

JA331 · Jun 19, 2023

MaX-D said:
I wasn't sure whether or not to put this here or in the Klunker section. Because of the bars, I figured it would be better suited for BMX Cruiser.

It started life as a fendered beach cruiser. I don't like fenders, and I love tall BMX bars. The fork is an inexpensive Amazon $50 special. The bars are Haro Baseline 9.5" rise. Sunday top load stem. Mod headset. I'm waiting on a black seat post to be delivered.

I took the bike out for a spin this morning. Within the first 20 feet of the ride, I had a smile from ear to ear. The bike just feels so good set up like this. It is so much fun to ride! It's a completely different bike. It rides soooo much better than my SE OM Flyer. This is by far my favorite bike.

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Sweet looking ride. They are a well made frame and great base for many custom builds. This is my one.

MaX-D · Jun 19, 2023

JA331 said:
Sweet looking ride. They are a well made frame and great base for many custom builds. This is my one. View attachment 237584

Good looking bike! I dig the bars.

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