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Electra Townie 3i Bike

Electra Townie 3i Bike

Item # 717377
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Designed for stability, ease of use and laid-back style, the Electra Townie® 3 is a great bike for the novice rider looking for a fun cruiser.

  • Flat Foot Technology™ combines a slightly rearward riding position with a chainset mounted forward of the seatpost
  • Result is low center of gravity and full leg extension, which combine to increase comfort and pedaling torque compared to many comfort-category bikes
  • Also, low center of gravity lets riders sit on the bike with their feet flat on the ground, providing unsure riders stability during starts and stops
  • Shimano Nexus internal 3-speed rear hub provides smooth, intuitive shifting; great for light riding around town and the RV park or along the promenade
  • Ergonomic, shock-absorbing Townie saddle softens the affect of bumps in the road
  • Adjustable seat post and handlebar stem let you dial in the fit for nothing but comfort (with so much adjustability, one size fits most people)
  • Total convenience: Platform pedals require no special shoes, and the full-length chainguard keeps dirt and oil off the legs of your pedal pushers
  • Semi-slick 26x1.9 tires provide a smooth and stable ride over a variety of riding surfaces
  • Front linear-pull hand brakes provide controlled deceleration

After an initial break-in period you might notice your bicycle performing less responsively than the day you brought it home. Not to worry, this is typical of all new bicycles and simply reflects that cables have stretched or their housings have seated themselves into final position. To keep running at peak performance, all REI bicycles come with a FREE warranty tune-up, which should be accomplished between the first 100-200 miles of riding or after the first two months if you're accumulating miles less quickly. Contact your nearest REI bike shop for details and an appointment for this important service.

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Item 717377

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Electra Townie 3i Bike Specs

Specification

Description

Frame6061 Aluminum
ForkUni Crown steel
CranksetForged alloy 170mm, 44T
Bottom bracketSealed cartridge
ShiftersShimano Revo 3-speed
Rear cogsShimano 20T
BrakesLinear front
Brake leversAlloy
RimsAlloy
Front hubAlloy 32H
Rear hubShimano Nexus Inter 3
Spokes14G stainless
TiresSemi-slick 26 x 1.9
HandlebarAlloy custom bend
StemAlloy
Seat postAlloy pillar
SaddleErgonomic with elastomer bumpers
PedalsResin with non-slip tread
Headset1.125" steel threaded
ChainKMC 410

Electra Townie 3i Bike Customer Reviews

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Electra Townie 3i Bike
 
4.0

(based on 3 reviews)

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Attractive (3)
  • Handles well (3)
  • Lightweight (3)

Cons

    Best Uses

      Reviewed by 3 customers

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      Sep

      14

      2008

      (10 of 10 customers found this review helpful)

       
      4.0

      Great Bike

      By silvertondad

      from St. Louis

      About Me Avid Cyclist

      Site Member

      Pros

      • Attractive Design
      • Durable
      • Great Components
      • Handles Well
      • Lightweight

      Cons

        Best Uses

          Comments about Electra Townie 3i Bike:

          I finally found a bike that my wife enjoys riding,This bike is great bike for the novice riding on paved trails, I recommend this bike for people who want to start cycling for exercise, Its a lightweight,easy to use and fun bike to ride

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

          (10 of 10 customers found this review helpful)

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          Oct

          7

          2008

          (6 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

           
          5.0

          Great Bike and well designed.

          By TN Vols

          from Murfreesboro, TN

          About Me Casual Cyclist

          Site Member

          Pros

          • Attractive Design
          • Durable
          • Great Components
          • Handles Well
          • Lightweight

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Commuting
            • Mountain Biking
            • Road Biking

            Comments about Electra Townie 3i Bike:

            Bought this bike for my wife since she gripes about her the comfort of my mountain bikes. This bike was the ticket for her and for the price I couldn't have asked for a better bike. I would recommend this bike for those that want to get out but don't want to go all out and for someone that finds it difficult and uncomfortable to ride a road or mountain bike.

            • Gift:
            • No

            Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

            (6 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

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            Dec

            2

            2009

             
            3.0

            Nexus Inter-3 Issues?

            By frocha

            from San Antonio, TX

            About Me Casual Cyclist

            Pros

            • Attractive Design
            • Handles Well
            • Lightweight

            Cons

            • Poor Components

            Best Uses

            • Casual Biking
            • Casual riding

            Comments about Electra Townie 3i Bike:

            Just picked up my new Townie 3i and the brakes made a horrible noise. Took it back within the hour. The shop thought maybe the brakes were just new. But I have a Trek with the same Nexus Inter-3 that makes the same horrible noise. (never got around to taking it in.) Went to the shop that sold me the Trek several years ago. They say the Inter-3 is not well constructed. Claim they see a lot of this problem and it cannot be fixed. The hub must be replaced. Called the shop that sold me the Townie to give them a heads up. If they can't replace the hub, I want my money back. But I have to say, the bike looks and handles great!

            • Gift:
            • No

            Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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