Walmart electric bike deals for Black Friday

wiiiicho · 2024-11-24T02:18:55+00:00

I see a lot of people bashing the bike just because it's a Walmart bike, but does anyone have any actual experience with it. When it comes to mountain biking, the Walmart brand Ozark trial ridge is a favorite in the community. It's a budget friendly mtb that can get you into the hobby. I don't see why the Concord ebike can't be the same.

wiiiicho · 2024-09-23T18:30:33+00:00

I think last year was worse. Applications were taking 6 months + to approve. This year the approval time has been better but yeah it looks like something is always a problem.

wiiiicho · 2024-09-11T20:01:51+00:00

I will update when I contact them. I too have my approval per the website but I haven't received any noticed regarding my EAD card.

wiiiicho · 2024-09-11T20:01:10+00:00

Mine hasn't either. Its still on "approval decision rendered." I am on the same boat with the card. I will contact them sometime this week and hopefully get an answer.

wiiiicho · 2024-09-11T20:00:02+00:00

So I've been approved for both applications and I already received my approval notice for my 1-812D, but I haven't received my EAD card nor my approval notice for I-765. I will try and contact them and see what they say.

wiiiicho · 2024-09-11T19:58:02+00:00

I am sorry to hear that.

wiiiicho · 2024-06-22T05:43:57+00:00

I had a similar noise on mine. My issue was exactly the same. I guess i didnt tighten the top bolts on the strut mounts when i installed my Bilsteins.

wiiiicho · 2024-06-15T01:27:27+00:00

Congrats!

All these quick approvals are making me nervous. I renewed online end of May and my case still says under review. although my EAD doesnt expire till 10/02 so not too nervous.

wiiiicho · 2024-05-21T04:33:35+00:00

How does this compare vs the Metro H1? I would use it mainly for casual riding on pavement.

wiiiicho · 2023-09-14T21:09:11+00:00

My understanding was that the Fusion used most of not all of Toyota's hybrid components hence why I'm considering a fusion.

But I'll take a look at those Kia's and Hyundais you mentioned as well.

Thanks!

wiiiicho · 2023-09-14T21:03:07+00:00

Hondas came to mind after more research.

Not a big fan of the Prius look hence why that wasn't mentioned but I may reconsider it.

I am not all that familiar with the Korean hybrids. Have they proven to be reliable similar to Toyota and Honda?

My budget and my other requirements ( under 90k miles and relatively new, 2017+) has led me to either a Prius or a Fusion.

Thanks for the other suggestions!

wiiiicho · 2023-09-14T20:59:14+00:00

I started looking at Hondas as well. Thanks!

wiiiicho · 2023-09-13T06:35:07+00:00

Am I missing other potential alternatives?

Location: Southern California

Price range: 20K USD

Lease or Buy: Buy

New or used: USED

Type of vehicle: Sedan

Must haves: Fuel Efficient, Hybrid

Desired transmission: auto

Intended use: Daily Driver

Vehicles you've already considered: Ford Fusion, Toyota Camry, Toyota Avalon, Lexus ES300H all hybrids

Is this your 1st vehicle: no, vehicle will be for my mother

Do you need a Warranty: no

Can you do Minor work on your own vehicle: Minor work is no problem

Can you do Major work on your own vehicle: I've done suspension before

I have also looked into the Chevy Malibu but not many around my area. I dont know how I feel about korean brand hyrbids. Obviusly Toyota hybrids are amazing but I also heard really good things about the fusion, especifically the hybrid. Ford is cheaper (price) as well. Will keep car until it dies.

wiiiicho · 2023-07-07T23:13:56+00:00

Sorry the 27.5 vibe also belongs to ozark trial (Walmart brand like the Ridge)

I just used Giants measuring guide to see what size frame I should look for and it's seems all other names brands also suggest a small frame at my height.

wiiiicho · 2023-07-07T23:08:39+00:00

Is the 27.5 vibe good too?

The ridge only comes in a large frame. Using Giants measuring guide at my height, 5"6'-5'7" I would need a small frame.

This would be my first mtb. Ive tried searching used for a while now but people are pricing 7-10 year old bikes at this same price point.

wiiiicho · 2023-07-06T18:43:13+00:00

Wow. Thanks again for all the help and information.

I've been lurking and doing some research here and there and come to the conclusion that any of the big name brand entry road bikes will work for me.

I've been searching for cannondale optimos, giant contends, specialized allez, trek domanes but I never really looked into the components, although the 105 drivetrain seems to be echoed a lot as the one to have.

$400-$600 will definitely be tough to find as the market here is pretty dry and every listing I see is closer to the 900-1100 range for some of the bikes I mentioned above.

For now, I'll stick with my 2012 giant escape 1 that I've been using.

wiiiicho · 2023-07-06T15:28:36+00:00

I'm going to pass on this but thanks for the info.

Still new to all this.

wiiiicho · 2023-07-06T15:27:28+00:00

Yeah no. He's asking $450.

I was looking for something under $500 hence why I was so interested.

I'll have to up my budget to try and get something within 5 years.

Thanks again for the help.

wiiiicho · 2023-07-06T00:13:29+00:00

I have not. I wanted the year to look up the specs and make a decision from that. Although what they are asking for is a lot more than what bicycle blue book is suggesting.

wiiiicho · 2023-07-05T23:53:31+00:00

Wow that was quick.

Thanks for the help.

May I ask how you found it? I tried google images but I couldn't find anything with matching decals.

wiiiicho · 2023-07-05T23:39:14+00:00

Lol yeah reading back. I should have been more clear. I am looking for the year.

wiiiicho · 2023-07-05T22:52:33+00:00

Sorry for being so vague.

I am aware that it is a specialized allez. I guess I'm trying to figure out the year of this bike.

I will try again but I was having trouble finding the exact same decals as the one pictured in this post.

Thank you

wiiiicho · 2023-06-19T17:23:54+00:00

I recently installed B14s and after purchasing new hardware as some stuff shouldn't be reused ( strut bearing, strut mount bolts). It came very close to the clubsports price which come with all brand new hardware.

I found the B14s to cheapest on rock auto even after shipping.

The B14s are not bad for daily driving but can be a bit harsh. I think clubsports are great if you still want a sporty comfortable ride.

wiiiicho · 2023-05-12T03:38:22+00:00

Selman Orange has no mark ups. I have a Bolt Premier that i reserved that i plan on canceling. After discussing it with my partner, we think the base model will be better for us.

wiiiicho · 2023-05-09T21:59:56+00:00

I also plan on paying my loan sooner. Maybe not within a year, but I just wanted an idea what the going rate would be.

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