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Cadillac Adventure Series AV-SL Men’s Deluxe Comfort Bike Designed from the ground up as the ultimate men’s comfort bike, the Cadillac AV-SL offers generous stand-over clearance, a riding position that’s ideal for cruising around town, and a memory foam saddle/suspension seat post that’s remarkably soft and snug. As a result, both cross-town bike rides and jaunts to the corner market are comfortable and fun. Yet the bike doesn’t sacrifice performance for comfort thanks to such features as complete Shimano Nexave 21-speed push/tap shifters, a Shimano Nexave rear derailleur, a micro-shift alloy front derailleur, lightweight alloy rims with stainless-steel spokes and aluminum nipples, Tektro alloy linear pull brakes, and an aluminum half-moon handlebar. Best of all for style-conscious riders, the AV-SL’s custom high-gloss diamond white paint job will turn heads wherever you go.

The men’s bike, which weighs roughly 32.6 pounds (depending on the wheel size), is available in several sizes: 15 inches (for riders between 5′ 1″ and 5′ 7″), 17 inches (for riders between 5′ 5″ and 5′ 9″), 19 inches (for riders between 5′ 7″ and 5′ 11″), 21 inches (for riders between 5′ 10″ and 6′ 1″), and 23 inches (for riders between 5′ 11″ and 6′ 4″). The AV-SL also carries a lifetime warranty on the frame and a one-year warranty on parts.

Specifications:

• Frame: Custom 7005 Aluminum
• Fork: RST CT-Com-SL with Lockout 50mm Travel
• Chain: KMC Z 51
• Crank set: Shimano Nexave 48, 38, 28
• BB: Shimano UN-52
• Front Derailleur: Micro Shift Alloy
• Rear Derailleur: Shimano Nexave
• Shifters: Shimano Nexave Push Button Tap Shifter 21 speed Dual Index
• Brake levers: Shimano Nexave Integrated
• Brakes: Tektro Alloy Linear Pull Brakes
• Cassette: Shimano 13-34
• Rims: Double Wall Alloy with Stainless Steel Spokes
• Tires: Kenda 841C 26 x 2.0 inches
• Stem: Adjustable Quill Alloy
• Handlebar: Aluminum Half Moon
• Headset: 1-1/8-inch High Stack Semi-Integrated
• Saddle: Cadillac Custom Embossed with Memory Foam
• Seat post: Suspension 27.2
• Pedals: VP Alloy with Rubber Top
• Weight: 32.6 lbs

Amazon.com Bicycle Buying Guide
Finding the Right Bike
To really enjoy cycling, it’s important to find a bicycle that works for you. Here are some things to keep in mind when you’re in the market for a new bike:

The Right Ride
In general, bikes are broken down into three major categories:

• Road and Racing Bikes–As a general rule, road and racing are built for speed and longer distances on paved surfaces. Thinner tires, lightweight 29-inch (700c) wheels and drop bars that allow for a more aerodynamic position are the norm. Most road bikes, regardless of price, offer many gears for tackling both hilly and flat terrain.
• Mountain Bikes–With their larger tires, hill-friendly gearing and upright position, mountain bikes are very popular for all types of riding, both on pavement and off. Mountain bikes that are designed specifically for rugged trail use typically feature a suspension fork. Some may have rear suspension, as well. A quick change of the tires on any mountain bike–even one that you use regularly on trails–adds to its versatility and makes it a worthy street machine.
• Comfort/Cruiser Bikes–For tooling around on bike paths, light trails, or for cruising a quiet beach-side lane, comfort/cruiser bikes are the ticket. With a super-relaxed riding position, padded seats, and limited or no gearing, these bikes are made for enjoying the scenery and having fun with the family.

The Right Price
A bike’s price boils down to three essentials: frame materials, bike weight, and component quality and durability.

• Entry-level–You’ll find a wide range of comfort and cruiser bikes in this category, as well as some lower-end mountain bikes and road bikes. Most will have steel frames and components that are designed to last for several years with frequent use.
• Mid-range–Bikes in this range may feature a lighter aluminum frame with mid-range components that keep performing after miles of use. If you’re looking for a quality bike that is relatively lightweight and will stand up to abuse, this is the “sweet spot.” Most serious commuter and touring bikes fall into this category, as do mid-range mountain bikes with a decent front suspension.
• High-end–Racers and serious enthusiasts who expect lightweight, high-performance components will want to stick to this category. For road bikes, exotic frame materials (carbon fiber, titanium) and ultra-lightweight components can add thousands to the price tag. Mountain bikes in this class often feature advanced front and rear suspension technology, as well as components designed to handle lots of rugged trail action.

The Right Size
Fit is crucial for comfort, control, and proper power and endurance on a bike. Here are some basic bike fit tips:

• Stand-over Height–To find out if a bike’s overall height fits your body, measure your inseam. Next, determine how much clearance you’ll need between your crotch and the top tube of the bike. For a mountain bike, you’ll want three to five inches of clearance. A road bike should offer between one and two inches of clearance, while a commuter bike should have two to four inches. Compare the stand-over height for a given bike to your measurements (inseam + clearance) to determine the right bike height.
• Top Tube Length–You can measure your torso to get a good estimate of proper top tube length. First, make a fist and extend your arm. Measure from the center of your fist to the end of your collarbone (the part that intersects your shoulder). Next, measure your torso by placing a book against your crotch with the spine facing up. Measure from the spine to the bottom of your throat (the spot between your collarbones). Finally, add the two measurements (arm length + torso length), divide the number in half and subtract six inches. This is your approximate top tube length. Compare this number to a bike’s posted top tube length. You can allow for about two inches longer or shorter, as most bikes can be adjusted via stem length/height and saddle fore/aft position to make fine adjustments to the fit.
• Bikes for Women–Proportionally, women tend to have a shorter torso and longer legs than men. Bike makers design women’s bikes that offer a shorter top tube and many comfort/cruiser bikes built for women may also provide more stand-over clearance.

The Right Accessories
When you make a bike purchase, don’t forget these crucial add-ons:

• Helmet (this is a must!)
• Seat pack
• Lock
• Hydration pack, or water bottles and bottle cages
• Spare tubes
• Portable bike pump
• Gloves

Customer Review: Wonderful cruising bike
This is my third bike. I have a Haro MX (terrible) a Raleigh road bike (wonderful bike, put 3000 miles on it) and now, at age 63, I was looking for a bike that was less demanding than the Raleigh, in terms of leaning over, back strain, etc. I looked at many different bikes, read reviews and finally decided on taking a chance on the Cadillac, since it offered so many features for such a good price (try ABikeStore), they run sales on these from time to time including free helmets and free shipping.
I put the bike together last weekend and began riding it three days ago. If I could give this review 10 stars, I would. Everything about this bike is great. In the last three days, I have ridden it 42 miles (13,14,15) and every moment on it has been a pleasure. My butt still gets a little sore but other than that, a perfect bike for a C+ rider’s speed. I also purchased separately a wireless bike computer (Protege 9.0 wireless) which gives me everything but RPM’s (but since I’m not riding with a big group any longer, I don’t have to worry about holding 90rpm’s and 22-25mph. The Cadillac is flawless. Of special note is the ease of shifting, and the little round gauges on both the left and right side of the handlebars, right by your hands, shows exactly what gear you are in.
I purchased this bike based mainly on one persons review, the guy above who rode it about a zillion miles. I checked out Cadillac bikes and they are made by Kent bikes, in Taiwan and are a quality mfg. Believe me, if it was a crummy bike, I would be screaming. Instead, it is like flying a B767, nice and easy, and fast enough (22mph today) when I need to go that fast (rarely). Most times, I cruise around 11-15mph in great comfort, shifting up and down as needed, and having the visual clues right there at my hands.
I looked at many bikes before I purchased mine, since this is most likely ‘my last bike’, and I plan to ride it for years and years. With such a bike, neither I nor you will go wrong. Happy riding.
Customer Review: Very Nice…
This is one sweet bike. The ride is great, very comfortable, and the gear shifting is so smooth. This bike actually makes me feel I want to ride it every chance I get. The quality of it, is very solid. I’m thinking of getting my wife the female version of it but I looked everywhere and it’s all sold out!

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