Originally Posted by
wdk535
Going to upgrade from beach cruiser. What are the best brands of 7-speed bikes, as far as reliability and durability? Don't want something that's going to give me a lot of trouble.
If you are looking to upgrade, I would suggest you skip 7 speed and go right to 8 speed. If you had a 20 or 25 year old 7 speed in good shape, I would say to ride it, but these days, even most entry level bikes are 8 speed.