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Old 05-01-21, 02:24 PM
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Originally Posted by MarkMCO
Hello,
57 year old guy here. Haven’t rode in almost 30 years. Both big and tall at 6’3” and 340. Just bought a Worksman newsboy for riding around a flat, paved 1/4 oval. Shouldn’t be a difficult challenge on bike as I walk it.

The bike came about 98% done. I attached handle bars, seat, peddles and reflectors.

Just took it out and noticed how incredibly difficult it is to peddle. I made it about 500’ and couldn’t peddle up the 1 degree paved driveway. I lubed the chain. Just about fell off because the big saddle spring seat goes from side to side.

Thought the stiffness may loosen up but it may kill me first. I was a little wobbly but really think it’s because I didn’t have enough strength to peddle.

I have tightened and re-tightened the seat and post. I used a good wrench and went as tight as strength allows, but it still sways.

Any ideas are really appreciated. Thank you!


Mark
Lakeland FL
Well, it is a single speed, right? It is possible the gearing is too high for you. You might need to switch out to a smaller chainring.
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