I bought this bike and its twin for my wife and me last summer after our gastric bypass surgeries and the large weight loss, as a present to ourselves, and apart from the cold of Vermont's winter, I've been riding it just about every day. The bike is very comfortable and with a little maintenance rides smooth and easy.
It comes partially assembled and it took me about an hour to put it together. It should have been about twenty minutes, but the manual is shared between a lot of models, and you have to do a lot of picking through complex directions to find the relevant ones. The manual is not always clear during assembly and sometimes refers to terms without defining them. (However, it's a great manual otherwise, particularly the section on tuneups and maintenance, once you figure out the terms and which directions do and don't apply.)
The ride is comfortable, though the seat could be a little bit better, but otherwise it's smooth and steady. The construction is solid; it has no problem with my still-high weight and never feels like it's even challenged by me. The brakes and derailleurs needed some adjustment, but once they're adjusted they run pretty smooth. (Though 21 gears seems a bit silly; I almost never use anything but the top four or five.)
I've used the bike on a bike path, various roads, some dirt paths, and some of Vermont's infamous dirt roads. Also taken it travelling; it was wonderful on the Maine seacoast. The tires are good at handling all these terrains.
There really isn't anything I'd do differently about this bike. It's as good as bikes two or three times the price, and better than some. The only room for improvement is in the manual (and maybe the seat).
"The UnComfort Bike CHINTZY"
2008-06-16
- Reviewed By User: A1RSUWIECZNYOM
I had one I rode it for 10 miles. The front rim was not welded wright So when I apply the front brakes it would eat the PADS . I also got a flat tire it was the tube( cheap). I call they where very nice and sent out a replacement so I waited. I also asked them if I could buy two quick release kits for my rims. They make them but since the bike did not come with them they could not sell them! :( They come on there upper scale bikes there is no difference the axes are the same ) I received the rim in less than a week. I was so happy to get the new rim but it was just like the one I had! :( They did send me new brake pads but it would do no good to change anything I was back to square one . For it being a COMFORT BIKE IT WAS THE WORSTED ONE I HAVE EVER RODE :( :( THE FRONT SHOCKS BOTTOM OUT EVERY TIME IT WENT UP IN ANY DRIVEWAY . THE SEAT WAS NOT A COMFORTABLE AT ALL! I EVEN BOUGHT A GEL TOPPER IT REALLY DIDN'T HELP MUCH :(:(:( (Out of 5 wheels It GETS a half a wheel) for being a Mongoose because that's how bad this bike rode! I have over 5,000 miles on my other bikes.SO ON THIS BIKE YOU GET WHAT YOU PAY 4 CHINTZY. {THE Plus is that it goes together very easy!} About a hour:)
"Mongoose Placid Men's Comfort Bike"
2008-06-08
- Reviewed By User: A1UWHT2WH1WPF7
Quite happy with this mountain bike. It's fairly light-weight and has a comfortable ride. Would have preferred to have quick-release hubs but that would have surely increased the purchase price. All around good value for the money. Item arrived even sooner then Amazon estimated. Another positive experience with Amazon.com.
For a comfort bike, this is not at all comfortable. The seat is hard and not well shaped. Also the gear shift does not work as advertised. Spend another $200 at a bicycle shop and get a real comfort bike.
"Best for comfort and sport"
2007-12-12
- Reviewed By User: A3TSCOHZC34759
The more upright riding position of the Mongoose Placid bike allows the rider to pedal in a much more comfortable position than traditional moubtain bikes yet still affords a sporty, confident ride. The combination of front-fork and adjustable seat-post suspension easily absorbs the shock of bumps and curbs.
The 21 speed derailleur easily shift speeds and is set up for smooth uphill pedaling but could use a higher gear range.
Overall, the Mongoose Placid is a comfortable and sporty exercise and leisure bike.
"Nice easy bike, but definatly not a mountain bike."
2007-08-24
- Reviewed By User: AICLIKHFAO909
In my opinion this bike was a little overpriced, but still a nice bike. Great for riding around town or on a bike path, but definatly not for off roading. Frame is strong enough for a bigger person, but people with longer legs might want to watch out. Seat is nice, and the multi-speed gears are great to have when you're around a hill. The pedal assembly did strip it'self after some time and had to be replaced.
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"Great bike, comfortable and reliable"
"The UnComfort Bike CHINTZY"
"Mongoose Placid Men's Comfort Bike"
"Very uncomfortable seat."
"Nice easy bike, but definatly not a mountain bike."