That ain’t no lie. I bought a top of the line Walmart bike a few years back so I would get in shape and go to work. My commute was 5 miles one way mostly flat and the entire distance was paved. The Walmart bike seat began to wear out and slip within the first month, the handlebars followed soon after and the tires quit within two months. I decided to just drive and stuff. Besides the problems listed I am tall and never could get the seat height and handle bars correct either. Next time I will spend more money on a solidly built bike than be stingy and buy a cheapo.
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I still like my $100 Miyata from the early 70’s...