MONTREAL, Canada – The troubled Iron Horse Bicycles company has been bought by Dorel Industries Inc. owner of among them Cannondale, Schwinn, GT, and Sugoi.
Are Iron Horse bikes still made?
| Type Private | Website www.ironhorsebikes.com |
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Is Iron Horse Maverick a good bike?
Iron Horse is probably best known for its range of DW-link full suspension bikes, but the Maverick is
a solid attempt in the very competitive £300 hardtail arena and a tad cheaper than its rivals to boot
. The Maverick has tidy handling and good all-round trail manners in spite of some pretty unusual geometry numbers.
Who makes Ironhorse?
Dorel Industries
, parent company of Pacific Cycles, Cannondale, GT, Schwinn, Mongoose and Sugoi, bought the Iron Horse Bicycle Company for US$5.2 million at auction in a US federal court on Monday.
What size a bike do I need?
| Height Bike Size | 4'11” to 5'3” (150-160 cm) 13 to 15 inches | 5'3” to 5'7” (160-170 cm) 15 to 16 inches | 5'7” to 5'11” (170-180 cm) 16 to 17 inches | 6'0” to 6'2” (180-188 cm) 17 to 19 inches |
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Which bikes use DW Link?
Currently the DW-link has been licensed to the following bicycle companies:
PIVOT Cycles, Ibis, Independent Fabrication, Turner Suspension Bicycles, and Iron Horse Bicycles
.
What bikes does Dorel make?
Dorel Sports contains the company's bike brands,
Cannondale, Schwinn, Caloi, GT, Mongoose and KidTrax
.
Is 26-inch bike good for what height?
Bikes with 26-inch wheels are designed for people who are
between a height of about five feet to the smaller end of six feet
. If you're taller than that, then your bike should have larger tires and more space in length.
How do I choose a bike?
- Choose the right bike type based on your needs.
- Calculate how much you want to spend.
- Make sure your bicycle fits you.
- Know Your Gears, Suspension, and Brake Type.
- Adjust the fit and go for a test ride.
Is 29 inch bike good for what height?
If you are under 5'6” tall, a 26-inch mountain bike is still likely to be a better fit.
If you're 5'6′ or taller
, you should be able to find a 29er model to fit you. Riders more than 6′ tall can rejoice: You'll definitely enjoy a more natural riding position with the size and frame geometry of a 29er.
Why is dw-link so good?
The dw-link
suspension design allows us to achieve the ultimate ride
. The perfect balance of traction, acceleration, square edge bump performance, superior braking, and the ability to handle big hits with ease is what Pivot bikes are known for.
Which suspension is best for bicycle?
| Type of Mountain Bike Suspension Travel Recommended Sag* | XC race 80 – 100mm 15 – 25% | Trail, all mountain 100 – 160mm 20 – 30% | Freeride and downhill 160 – 200mm 25 – 35% |
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What is a high pivot bike?
The difference with a high pivot bike is that
the main pivot is positioned much higher than normal
. The placement of the main pivot and other links within the suspension determines kinematics like axle path, leverage rate, pedal kickback, anti-squat, and anti-rise.
Who owns Maxi Cosi?
Maxi-Cosi, a brand of
Dorel Juvenile
Dorel Juvenile create innovative products and services for growing children. Their strong brands Maxi-Cosi, Quinny, Safety 1st, Tiny Love and Baby Art can be found in over 100 countries worldwide.
What companies does Pon own?
Our portfolio comprises more than 15 premium and iconic bike brands, including
Gazelle, Cervélo, Urban Arrow, FOCUS, Santa Cruz, Kalkhoff, Cannondale, Schwinn, and CALOI
.
Does Dorel own Schwinn?
Dorel Sports is the parent group of Cannondale, Schwinn, GT and Mongoose
. Pon Holdings is the parent of many bike brands, including Cervélo, Santa Cruz, and Gazelle.
