Sorry if this is the wrong sub, but I feel that you guys would be the most knowledgeable about this stuff. I've seen many upk swap apps, but most are vibe coded and have weirdly positive reviews which makes me suspicious. Anyone have any reputable swap apps? Thanks
Poor college student here looking to save money on gas getting to campus and groceries and whatnot.
It's a 1970s Schwinn Suburban 5 speed with the old friction shift from what I can tell. Just wondering if there are any serious things I need to look out for. Seller told me it still rides fine.
Local bike shop told me to look for vintage bikes after I told them I don't have $200 for a used bike because "if they lasted 50 years, do you really think you are gonna be the one to kill it?" Don't know how true that is though. I don't know anyone else that bikes around here but I've been radicalized by Not Just Bikes on YouTube and want to give it a try.
I don't have a bike right now, and the bike market up here is dominated by multiple hundred dollar mountain bikes, not many commuters (not a super bike friendly place) so options are kind of limited.
This one is $40
Thanks guys