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Novara Flirt Women's Bike

Novara Flirt Women's Bike

Item # 744783
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Have a young lady in need of her first adult wheels? The Novara Flirt fits the bill with easy handling and a generous dollop of feminine style!

  • 26-inch wheels and wide tires are inherently stable turning and rolling at slow speeds, great for the young rider still developing her big-bike skills
  • Girls will love the easy-mounting convenience of the step-through frame; excellent standover height eases fears over quick stops
  • Retro/comfort styling places the rider fully upright, which optimizes steering control and positions her to see everything happening nearby
  • Suspension fork and seatpost smooth out all the little bumps in the road
  • Flirt's 24 speeds are intuitively simple to use, and the high to low gearing makes carrying groceries home in a rear rack (sold separately) a breeze
  • Features a comfort handlebar with a handy bell for signalling others; reflective tire sidewalls enhance low-light visibility
  • Also features a women's comfort saddle with memory foam gel
  • Accommodates front and rear fenders
  • Paint scheme and flower graphics add distinctively feminine appeal

After its 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.

Imported.

Item 744783


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Novara Flirt Women's Bike Specs

Specification

Description

Frame6061 Aluminum
ForkRST CT-Com-1
CranksetTruvativ Iso-Flow, 42/32/22
ShiftersSRAM 3.0
BrakesTektro Linear Pull
Brake leversTektro w/comfort grip
Front derailleurShimano C101
Rear derailleurSRAM SX-4
HeadsetRitchey Scuzzy Logic V2
Bottom bracketTruvativ
Rear cogsSRAM PG-830 11/34 - 8-speed
Front hubFormula Alloy
Rear hubFormula Alloy
RimsAlex X202
TiresKenda 26x1.95
StemKalloy Angle Adjustable
HandlebarAlloy Comfort
Seat postPost Modern Suspension
SaddleVelo Women's
PedalsComfort platformComfort Platform
ChainSRAM PC-38
Weight32 pounds

Novara Flirt Women's Bike Customer Reviews

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Novara Flirt Women's Bike
 
4.3

(based on 3 reviews)

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Attractive design (3)
  • Handles well (3)

Cons

    Best Uses

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      May

      2

      2008

      (5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

       
      4.0

      Affordable around-town bicycle

      By Eric C in OK

      from Oklahoma

      About Me Casual/ Recreational

      Site Member

      Pros

      • Attractive Design
      • Handles Well
      • Vertical posture

      Cons

      • Missing rear fender

      Best Uses

      • Around town

      Comments about Novara Flirt Women's Bike:

      I bought this bicycle for my wife, who hadn't ridden for 20 years. She likes the way it has her sitting up in the seat, rather than stooped over. The stock seat is comfortable, but the consensus is it could be a bit wider and more padded. The lack of a back fender is bothersome, but a rear rack allows for panniers or a rear basket. The wiring around the handlebars inhibits adding a basket, but some creative use of zip-ties fixed that problem.

      It's easy to load and unload with the rest of the family bicycles. It's stylish and fun to ride. Even my son's friends (5th grade) aren't afraid to be seen riding it.

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

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      Sep

      15

      2007

      (4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      Great Comfort

      By tender tush

      from Davenport,Ia.

      About Me Casual/ Recreational, Weekend Warrior

      Pros

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

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Commuting
        • Road Biking

        Comments about Novara Flirt Women's Bike:

        I hated to bike until I got one of these. My posture, back, neck, shoulders, arms, wrist and hands our pain free. Never feel any stress. I now enjoy a bike ride.

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

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        Jul

        1

        2008

        (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

         
        4.0

        Comfy and lovely

        By mariatpruitt

        from Bellevue, Wa

        About Me Casual/ Recreational

        Pros

        • Attractive Design
        • Durable
        • Great Components
        • Handles Well

        Cons

        • Heavy

        Best Uses

        • Casual Biking

        Comments about Novara Flirt Women's Bike:

        I love this bike. It is comfy and lovely and every time I walk by this bike I want to hop on it. I was hoping to use it for commuting but it is pretty heavy for the steep grade hills I have to traverse to get to my office.

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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