This bike is awesome. If I didn't live in a small NYC apartment, I'd buy it as my daily rider. I'm looking at a Brompton but there's no substitute for a full sized bike. This bike is so inexpensive, even with great upgrades, the bike will still be cheap and better than 90% of the bikes out there. I just subscribed. I want to follow your journey. Good luck!
Right on man! Appreciate the support. Yes at $248 there is so much room for potential upgrades. Obviously there will be a limit to what makes financial sense from a cost vs just buying a better bike. But even as is, the bike will be great for most riders and their intentions for use.
Would love if you showed the process for all these adjustments! I'm new to biking so i got this as an entry bike & I got no idea what I'm doing apart from adjusting the brakes lol
I can do a walk through of all that. However, there are tons of videos out there that will get you in the ballpark of how to do most things on the bike. I’m pretty terrible at this types of videos. But I’ll give it a go here in a little while.
@@MASHLEY69 that would be amazing, thank you! Just picked up my G1 explorer and the rear derailleur somehow keeps skipping a gear, and when I go on the larger gear in front the chain keeps rubbing the shifter. I think the Walmart I went to didn't put it together well lol (granted I have no clue what I'm doing either)
I have this and I’m doing small changes at a time. Only part I’d like to find out more is which size for a replacement wheel frame. Something seems off about the front tire and I think the spokes are just a tad off center. Not a bike expert so so 😅
That’s the way to do it. Just upgrade things over time as you find things that YOU want to change to make the bike personal and comfortable. If you suspect the wheel is out of true, you could either true it yourself by, leaving the wheel in the fork, applying some zip ties and adjusting the spokes until it gets more straight. This is not at all difficult but takes a bit of time. Or you could take it to your local bike shop and have them give it a Quick Look. Final option would be replace the wheels with something a little better. Totally not necessary but one of those “nice to haves”. These are old standard wheels with 100mm front spacing and 135mm rear spacing. Budget wheel sets are readily available on Amazon, or even possibly local on the used Facebook marketplace. Keep your eyes out for deals on things that people are getting rid of as like new and even sometimes brand new takeoffs.
@@TakeAHikeMike I can’t speak for Charlie, but he might mean during the winter, depending on where you live. Trails can be pretty un ridable with snow, freeze thaw etc. it provides another way to keep in riding shape as you can take this around town riding on the paved paths. These gravel bikes are more efficient on the road vs the trail bikes.
the wheel that comes with the bike does not support a cassette, since its a free wheel. some folks have changed to a mega range freewheel. With that you are still limited to pretty hard gearing.
Nice! Glad you were able to snag one. Interesting on the seat, I actually put the stock seat back on. It’s better than the Bontrager Arvada seat I had lying around.
I tried to order a "50" for my daughter last night and it was unavailable,, I checked this morning and the "50" was available,,!?!? so I ordered one and should have it tomorrow,, she is going to take it to college so that I won't cry if that one gets stolen, versus her mtn bike, which will make me cry if that gets stolen
@@MASHLEY69yeah that would be great if they do. I came across a small and a medium at one of my local Walmarts but could definitely tell that the medium would be too small for me. I'm 6'2 so even with adjustments and putting a longer stem etc. it wouldn't work. I'll be keeping my eye out for any new developments.
@@MASHLEY69 i think its the brakes. Also when you got the bike did you need to get the shifters tuned up at all? Because when i try shifting the bike chain starts rattling
@@tamsterthehamster4384 I do all my own stuff, so I did make some slight adjustments but it wasn’t too major. If it’s the brakes rubbing, you can try and make sure the rotors are straight. I believe mine were a bit warped. I took an adjustable wrench and lightly but firmly bent em back as straight as I could. Another reason they might be rubbing is just because that’s the way it is sometimes. Especially with quick release axles, it’s rare to not have any kind of brake rub. It will get a bit better as the pads wear down though.
I got me one today, and the bosses on the front fork striped on me. Now I need to take it back to Walmart. I'll update.. I got the exchange and the bolts didn't strip. Maybe it was just the one bike.
@@Tarkov. not sure. The widest gravel tire I’ve use on a farm was my Poseidon at 45c and those rubbed in the rear. I’m thinking this frame can accommodate those tires maybe a little bit better. But can’t say for sure yet as I haven’t tried.
The wheel card indicates up to 6’3” that might be possible with some adjustment. I think it’s easier to make a small bike feel bigger, than the other way around. So you could raise the seat and slide the saddle back on the rails. With the addition of a longer stem. It probably could work.
I’d say if you have the option, find the bikes in store and throw a leg over each and see what feels more comfortable. If not I’d probably go for the medium frame. I’m 5’7” tried both and felt better on the medium frame
I’m 5’6 with a short inseam and bought the small. This is my first “real” bike since I was a kid and it feels nice to the best of my limited knowledge. I still can’t stand flat-footed over the top tube if that helps.
This bike is awesome. If I didn't live in a small NYC apartment, I'd buy it as my daily rider. I'm looking at a Brompton but there's no substitute for a full sized bike. This bike is so inexpensive, even with great upgrades, the bike will still be cheap and better than 90% of the bikes out there. I just subscribed. I want to follow your journey. Good luck!
Right on man! Appreciate the support. Yes at $248 there is so much room for potential upgrades. Obviously there will be a limit to what makes financial sense from a cost vs just buying a better bike. But even as is, the bike will be great for most riders and their intentions for use.
Brompton is next level prestige
Ozark makes an Aluminum pedal for $15. I upgraded to those
Just subscribed and following the group!! Awesome video man! Thanks for the adjustments!
Cool! Thanks for sharing!
Would love if you showed the process for all these adjustments!
I'm new to biking so i got this as an entry bike & I got no idea what I'm doing apart from adjusting the brakes lol
I agree especially adjusting the rear derailer
I can do a walk through of all that. However, there are tons of videos out there that will get you in the ballpark of how to do most things on the bike. I’m pretty terrible at this types of videos. But I’ll give it a go here in a little while.
@@MASHLEY69 that would be amazing, thank you!
Just picked up my G1 explorer and the rear derailleur somehow keeps skipping a gear, and when I go on the larger gear in front the chain keeps rubbing the shifter.
I think the Walmart I went to didn't put it together well lol (granted I have no clue what I'm doing either)
Great videos man! But can you put the links below? Or specific sizes , I’m new to bikes and I want to change multiples parts to thanks again
I have this and I’m doing small changes at a time. Only part I’d like to find out more is which size for a replacement wheel frame. Something seems off about the front tire and I think the spokes are just a tad off center. Not a bike expert so so 😅
That’s the way to do it. Just upgrade things over time as you find things that YOU want to change to make the bike personal and comfortable. If you suspect the wheel is out of true, you could either true it yourself by, leaving the wheel in the fork, applying some zip ties and adjusting the spokes until it gets more straight. This is not at all difficult but takes a bit of time. Or you could take it to your local bike shop and have them give it a Quick Look. Final option would be replace the wheels with something a little better. Totally not necessary but one of those “nice to haves”. These are old standard wheels with 100mm front spacing and 135mm rear spacing. Budget wheel sets are readily available on Amazon, or even possibly local on the used Facebook marketplace. Keep your eyes out for deals on things that people are getting rid of as like new and even sometimes brand new takeoffs.
I've been considering one also, more of a winter bike
Absolutely…when the trails are red is what I’m thinking. Get out there and keep riding during down time.
I'm literally just getting started in the Bikepacking world. I really don't know anything. So why would you consider this more of a winter bike?
@@TakeAHikeMike I can’t speak for Charlie, but he might mean during the winter, depending on where you live. Trails can be pretty un ridable with snow, freeze thaw etc. it provides another way to keep in riding shape as you can take this around town riding on the paved paths. These gravel bikes are more efficient on the road vs the trail bikes.
Can the cassette be changed to a larger one to make hills a little easier? I want to bikepack with it, and it'll be a slugfest with the current setup.
the wheel that comes with the bike does not support a cassette, since its a free wheel. some folks have changed to a mega range freewheel. With that you are still limited to pretty hard gearing.
Love me some RISK
I got one yesterday. The seat was first. Ouch
Nice! Glad you were able to snag one.
Interesting on the seat, I actually put the stock seat back on. It’s better than the Bontrager Arvada seat I had lying around.
Based on the videos on this inexpensive bicycle, perhaps Walmart may sellout of their stock soon.
That’s the chatter I’m hearing. You might get lucky and find these in store vs looking at online inventories.
Kind of the same hype the Bohe got a while back.
Some Walmarts have sold out for months depending on locations. I found them online in a 44 and 50 cm.
It's hard to find available, my store had one in 2 months
I tried to order a "50" for my daughter last night and it was unavailable,, I checked this morning and the "50" was available,,!?!? so I ordered one and should have it tomorrow,, she is going to take it to college so that I won't cry if that one gets stolen, versus her mtn bike, which will make me cry if that gets stolen
Yeah Kevin came out with his video don’t know if he is upgrading his or not
He might not. He seems to not be a fan of the drop bar bikes. But we’ll see.
What was the cost total to these upgrades?
What JG wheels and hub fit this bike?
You’re going to want 29” wheels. The hub spacing on this frame is 135 rear, 100 front.
Too bad it doesn't come in a large...😢
Maybe soon. Never say never. I believe G1 stands for gen 1. I’d like to believe they’ll release another iteration of this if they see it have success.
@@MASHLEY69yeah that would be great if they do. I came across a small and a medium at one of my local Walmarts but could definitely tell that the medium would be too small for me. I'm 6'2 so even with adjustments and putting a longer stem etc. it wouldn't work. I'll be keeping my eye out for any new developments.
would you happne to know the rim width on the stock rim? cant find any information online
If I had to guess it’s probably around 25mm. I got rid of the stock wheels so I can’t measure.
How do you fix the "rubbing"/ squeaking noise that happens when you start pedalling?
Not sure what you mean? Where is the issue coming from? Chain or brakes?
@@MASHLEY69 i think its the brakes. Also when you got the bike did you need to get the shifters tuned up at all? Because when i try shifting the bike chain starts rattling
@@tamsterthehamster4384 I do all my own stuff, so I did make some slight adjustments but it wasn’t too major.
If it’s the brakes rubbing, you can try and make sure the rotors are straight. I believe mine were a bit warped. I took an adjustable wrench and lightly but firmly bent em back as straight as I could. Another reason they might be rubbing is just because that’s the way it is sometimes. Especially with quick release axles, it’s rare to not have any kind of brake rub. It will get a bit better as the pads wear down though.
Is that a 44 mm (internal) straight head tube?
Yes
Could the stock wheels be converted to tubeless?
I would say probably not. I have had success setting up non tubeless wheels in the past. But sometimes it’s just not worth the effort/risk
I got me one today, and the bosses on the front fork striped on me. Now I need to take it back to Walmart. I'll update.. I got the exchange and the bolts didn't strip.
Maybe it was just the one bike.
Too bad it isn’t sold in Canada
Interesting. Maybe they’ll start selling up north soon.
Is there enough space on the frame for mtb tires?
Probably not.
@@MASHLEY69 Thanks. WM says the tires are 40mm tread, would 47s fit? Just thinking about picking up some michelins while they have their rebate going
@@Tarkov. not sure. The widest gravel tire I’ve use on a farm was my Poseidon at 45c and those rubbed in the rear. I’m thinking this frame can accommodate those tires maybe a little bit better. But can’t say for sure yet as I haven’t tried.
would this actually fit a 6ft person?
The wheel card indicates up to 6’3” that might be possible with some adjustment. I think it’s easier to make a small bike feel bigger, than the other way around. So you could raise the seat and slide the saddle back on the rails. With the addition of a longer stem. It probably could work.
No, please don’t spend money on bike like this. Go to a bike shop to get properly sized to a real bike
It comes in two sizes, small and medium.
@@ffwast yea but the stickers and description says up to 6'3"
I’m 6ft and am comfortable on it. I might change the stem and slide the seat back a little to dial it in.
I bought a new bike.
I changed everything
Now I have another new bike
🤪
Now I can build a bike with the spare parts
😁
This is the way! Lol
Im 5'7 to 5'8. Should I get the 44cm or 50cm?
I’d say if you have the option, find the bikes in store and throw a leg over each and see what feels more comfortable.
If not I’d probably go for the medium frame. I’m 5’7” tried both and felt better on the medium frame
I’m 5’6 with a short inseam and bought the small. This is my first “real” bike since I was a kid and it feels nice to the best of my limited knowledge.
I still can’t stand flat-footed over the top tube if that helps.
What wheelset did you use?
JG Bike, 135mm rear / 100mm front quick release
@@MASHLEY69 thank you!