DOWNTUBE 8H

The 8H is our internal hub maintenance free 8 speed bike 20" wheel bike. This bike has no external shifter ( aka rear derailleur) , no gears ( aka cogs) . Never worry about improper shifting or cleaning your drivetrain. It is all enclosed in a completely sealed maintenance free environment. This bikes is almost as comfortable as our FS bike due to the front suspension fork and comfy saddle. Riders on the beach and in major metropolitan cities will love the sealed maintenance free shifting. - FREE consultation for customers requiring assistance in getting bike into optimum condition ( brake, derailleur adjustment, etc.) . Please view http: / / www.sheldonbrown.com/ canti-direct.html New improvements for 2009 include * 2009 1/ 2' s have powder coat paint with a clear coat on top. * 2009 1/ 2' s have upgraded cable housing. Great for boaters in rough environments. * 2009' s have an upgraded stem with autoclose feature and tighter tolerances * 2009' s have a wider seattube for a stronger stiffer frame * Preload adjustable transarch suspension fork. * Alloy lower stem * Upgraded shifter * Lightweight and easy to fold alloy pedals. * Low rise bars * Stainless Steel Chain * Upgraded cold forged crank * Machined sidewall rims * Alloy and stainless steel frame and stem quickreleases * Higher Bottom Bracket. * Longer Seat tube to allow for taller riders. In addition to our previous upgrades which included: * Adjustable angle removable faceplate stem * 1.5in front tire ( lighter than 1.75in.) * Higher quality cables and housing * Stainless Steel spokes * Stronger V shaped rims