Schwinn Tango Tandem Seven IPS Schwinn Owner's Manual - Page 8

BEFORE YOU RIDE 1-3 inches Bike Wheel Size 12 inch wheel 16 inch wheel 18 inch wheel 20 inch wheel 24 inch wheel 26 inch wheel 700c 2.1 Your Approx. Height 28 - 38 inches tall 38 - 48 inches tall 42 - 52 inches tall 48 - 60 inches tall 56 - 66 inches tall 64 - 74 inches tall 64 - 74 inches tall SIZING GUIDE & CHART When choosing the correct size bicycle, there are some guidelines that will help you determine the correct fit. It is important that you are able to safely mount and dismount the bicycle, and that while riding you are comfortable and can operate the brakes, steering and pedal without any added difficulty. The first rule is when standing over the bicycle, in front of the seat, straddling the top tube of the bicycle, you should have a minimum of 1-3 inches of clearance. For ladies frames, pretend there is a top tube, because although you may be able to straddle the frame, you must also be able to reach the handlebars. Bicycles get longer as well as taller as you go up in size. Wheel size is a good starting point, but bicycles vary, so only use wheel size to get started, after that, check that the rider can safely reach the handlebars while still bending the elbows at least 10 degrees. The saddle height is adjustable, so there is a range of riders that will fit each bicycle. Note that the correct height for the saddle is not determined by foot - to - floor, but by foot - to pedal. The leg should be almost completely straight when the pedal is in the down most position. Just a slight bend in the knee. This may put the rider in a position where their feet can not touch the ground easily. The rider can simply move forward of the saddle while mounting and dismounting the bicycle. The saddle can be adjusted lower if the rider is uncomfortable this high, but note that riding is more difficult with the saddle too low, as the legs are in an unnatural position. It is common for younger riders who want to feel secure to be able to touch the ground easily, or any rider who is not comfortable with not being able to touch the ground. In this case start off with the saddle lower, and raise the seat as confidence in riding is gained. Do not raise the seat so much that the knees lock straight when pedaling or you have to move forward of the saddle to pedal. This is unsafe and the bicycle can not be controlled in this condition. Make sure that while riding you can see ahead of you clearly, steer and brake with no difficulty reaching the brake levers or operating foot brakes. Also be sure you can mount and dismount the bicycle quickly if the need arises. Please refer to the separate adjustment areas of this manual for seat and handlebar adjustments (p. 26 and p. 30) *Note that some bicycles such as folding bicycles may have smaller wheels but still fit adults. 8 ©2010