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Huffy Incline 26" Men's (18-speed, 2019-2023): specs, upgrades and what fits
Huffy's mass-market steel hardtail with a front suspension fork, 18-speed twist shifting (3x6), a 3-piece steel crank, steel linear-pull brakes, machined alloy rims and 26 x 1.95 in. knobby tires; Huffy listed it at $189.99 (models 26320 and 26322; the 2019 white 26329 was $169.99). Some retailer versions (e.g. Academy item 26335) are 21-speed, so count the rear cogs before buying a freewheel. Best for: Bike paths, neighbourhood riding and easy dirt trails.
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My take, from the specs
A basic steel mountain-style bike for bike paths, neighborhood rides and easy dirt trails, with front suspension, 18-speed twist shifting and knobby 26 x 1.95 in. tires. The steel frame, 3-piece steel crank and steel linear-pull brakes keep the cost down, so treat it as a path and easy-dirt bike, not a real trail bike. Check the brake adjustment and the bolt-on wheels before riding, and count the rear cogs before buying a freewheel, since some retailer versions are 21-speed.
Sizes: One size (26 in): 5′0″–6′6″ (152–198 cm)
Stock specs
| Type | Mountain |
|---|---|
| Year | 2022 |
| Price when new | $190 |
| Sold at | Fred Meyer / Kroger, Academy and huffybikes.com (18-speed version discontinued; common used) |
| Wheels | 26" × 50 mm tires |
| Gears | 3×6 · 42/34/24T · 14–28T |
| Brakes | Generic Steel linear-pull |
| Fork | Generic Front suspension fork (model and travel not listed) |
| Rear derailleur | Generic Rear derailleur (model not listed on the 18-speed) |
| Shifter | Generic Twist shifters, 3x6 (18-speed) |
| Crank | Generic 3-piece steel crank (square taper est.) |
| Bottom bracket | External-cup BB (BSA) |
| Axles | Bolt-on |
| Sizes | One size (26 in) |
| Stock colors | Blue, Silver / Gunmetal, Gloss White |
Upgrade limits
How far each part can go on this frame, and why. Measure your own bike to confirm the estimated ones.
| Part | Limit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Widest tire (current wheel size) | 50 mm | Unknown until measured. Your 30 mm internal rims suit roughly 44–78 mm tires. |
| Tubeless | Not recommended | Tubeless needs a rim built to seal (bead hook + channel) and tubeless-ready tires. |
| Valve type | Schrader | Decides which tubes and pump heads fit. Presta tubes fit Schrader rims with a grommet; not the other way. |
| Replacement wheels | Bolt-on · 100/135 mm | Any wheel matching axle type, spacing and brake mount fits. Rear also needs the right freehub. |
| Brake pads (rim) | Threaded-post pads (V-brake / U-brake) | Rim brake pads are sorted by how they mount, which depends on the brake: threaded post with a nut (V-brakes, U-brakes), smooth post in an eye bolt (cantilevers), road cartridges (dual-pivot calipers) or short threaded pads (side-pull calipers). Any compound… |
| Front gears | 3x (42/34/24T) · needs 32T capacity | A 3x drivetrain needs a front derailleur and left shifter. Your rear derailleur must take up (biggest − smallest ring) + (biggest − smallest cog) = 32T. Going 1x drops the front derailleur: simpler and quieter, with a slightly smaller range. |
| Chainring size | Unknown (now 42T) | Estimated from similar frames. Measure the chainring-to-chainstay gap to confirm. Check whether your ring is bolted or riveted. Spindle length (? mm) sets chainline; a big change in ring size may need a different BB spindle. |
| Gear count upgrades | Freewheel (≤8) | Threaded freewheel: up to 7/8-speed freewheels only. More speeds needs a new rear wheel with a freehub. |
| Cranks & bottom bracket | External-cup BB (BSA) | Match crank spindle to BB type. |
| Pedal thread | 9/16" × 20 | Every adult multi-piece crank uses 9/16". One-piece kids/cruiser cranks use 1/2". |
| Stems & bars | 1-1/8 steerer · ? mm bar clamp | Any stem for a 1-1/8 steerer with a 31.8 mm clamp fits. You can cut a bar narrower but not wider. |
| Drop-bar conversion | Possible with mods | Needs road brake/shift levers (microSHIFT R8 makes 8-speed ones that pull Shimano 8-speed cable correctly), a drop bar, tape, and road-pull brake calipers because road levers pull less cable. Usually $250+. |
| Seatposts | ? mm | Buy posts in exactly this diameter. |
| Racks, fenders, bottles | No rack · No fender · 0 bottle | Threaded eyelets at the dropouts and seat stays take a rack and fenders. Fork leg mounts take cargo cages. |
| Max load (rider + cargo) | Unknown | Wheels are usually the weak point under heavy loads. Stay under this with rider plus luggage. |
Best upgrades by area
Three options that fit the Huffy Incline 26" Men's (18-speed, 2019-2023) as-is in each area, from budget to best. ★ marks the one most worth the money. How we pick. Typical US prices, checked October 2026. They change often: check the price at the store.
Upgrades that fit as-is
Brakes
- Kool-Stop Salmon V-brake pads, threaded post (2 pairs), $$. threaded post pads ↔ your rim brakes
- Shimano Deore cartridge V-brake pads (2 pairs), $$. threaded post pads ↔ your rim brakes
- Jagwire Mountain Pro brake cable kit (Kevlar KEB-SL housing), $$. Made for flat bars ↔ your flat bar
- Shimano Deore BR-T610 V-brakes (front + rear), $$. threaded post pads ↔ your rim brakes · Long-pull caliper ↔ your flat-bar (long-pull) levers
- Shimano S65T V-brake pads, threaded post (2 pairs), $. threaded post pads ↔ your rim brakes
- Kool-Stop threaded V-brake cartridge holders with salmon inserts (2 pairs), $$. threaded post pads ↔ your rim brakes
- Shimano Alivio BR-T4000 V-brakes (front + rear), $$. threaded post pads ↔ your rim brakes · Long-pull caliper ↔ your flat-bar (long-pull) levers
Comfort
- WTB Volt saddle, $$. Medium-width shape that suits most riders. Measure sit bones if comfort is the goal.
- Brooks C17 All Weather saddle, $$$. Vulcanized rubber top that flexes like a hammock, and this All Weather version is fully waterproof. No break-in like leather. Firm, not padded: made for long…
- Bikeroo oversized comfort saddle, $. Wide, soft and sprung for short upright rides on cruisers and hybrids. On rides over an hour wide padding can chafe; a firmer saddle that fits your sit bones…
- Selle Royal Respiro Moderate saddle, $$$. Made for a 60° "moderate" back angle (most flat-bar hybrids). Very upright cruisers suit the wider Respiro Relaxed. Standard round steel rails.
- Fizik Terra Argo X5 saddle (150 or 160 mm), $$$. Pick 150 mm for narrower sit bones, 160 mm for wider. Round 7 mm alloy rails fit every standard clamp.
- Ergon SR Allroad Core Comp saddle (men's or women's), $$$. Comes in S/M and M/L widths (measure your sit bones) and men's and women's shapes. Round CroMo rails; 120 kg rider limit.
Control
- Race Face Chester composite flat pedals, $$. Big platform with pins. Feet stay put on bumps and in rain. Install with an 8 mm hex key (no wrench flats).
- ROCKBROS aluminum flat pedals, $$. Budget metal platform with pins. A big step up from stock plastic.
- Shimano PD-M520 SPD clipless pedals (cleats included), $$. Nearly indestructible two-sided SPD pedals. You also need SPD (2-bolt) shoes, about $60–100 more. Set the release tension low and practice unclipping before…
- Crankbrothers Stamp 2 aluminum flat pedals (small or large), $$$. Sized by shoe: small for US men's 5–10, large for 10 and up. Grease the threads and tighten to about 35 Nm.
- OneUp Components Aluminum flat pedals, $$$. Bearings and bushings can be serviced with a cheap kit instead of replacing the pedal. Grease the threads and tighten to about 35 Nm.
- Shimano PD-EH500 dual-sided SPD / flat pedals (cleats included), $$$. Comes with SM-SH56 multi-release cleats, which are easier to get out of in a panic. You still need 2-bolt SPD shoes to clip in.
- Shimano Deore XT PD-M8100 SPD pedals (cleats included), $$$. Cup-and-cone bearings are fully serviceable and last for years. Shoes with a 2-bolt SPD cleat sold separately.
Utility
- USB rechargeable front + rear light set, $$. Daytime flashing lights cut collisions. Required by law at night.
- Pletscher adjustable kickstand, $$. Handy for errands. Check it clears the rotor and chainstay.
- Lisen clamp-style handlebar phone mount, $. Cheap and tool-free for maps on paved rides. On rough gravel or trails a locking mount (Quad Lock or Peak Design, about $45–70 plus a case) is much safer.
- Topeak TopLoader top tube bag (0.75 L), $$. Keeps snacks, keys and a multi-tool within reach. Straps on, with a rain cover. Check your knees do not rub it when you stand up.
- Knog Oi Classic bell, $. Slim ring bell that wraps the bar. Large fits 23.8–31.8 mm bars; Small fits 22.2 mm kids and BMX bars. Required by law in some places.
- Wald 137 front basket, $$. Made for flat bars ↔ your flat bar
- Planet Bike Beamer 200 + Blinky Squared USB light set, $$. USB rechargeable, tool-free mounts. Use flash mode in daylight. Rear light is 30 lumens: good for town, modest on fast roads.
- Cygolite Metro Plus 800 + Hotshot Pro 150 USB light set, $$$. Nine headlight modes including a daytime flash. Aim the beam slightly down so you do not blind oncoming riders.
- Trek (Bontrager) Ion Pro RT + Flare RT light set, $$$. Daytime-running flash modes on both lights. ANT+ lets a Garmin or Wahoo show battery and switch them. Full power runs about 1.5 hours; medium lasts much longer.
Tubes
- Slime self-sealing tubes 26 x 1.75–2.125 Schrader (pair), $$. 26" wheel size matches
- Schwalbe AV13 26 x 1.5–2.4 Schrader tubes (pair), $. 26" wheel size matches · Schrader valve ↔ your Schrader rims
Drivetrain
- KMC X8 8-speed chain with Missing Link, $. 6/7/8-speed chain ↔ your 6-speed drivetrain
- KMC Z7 6/7-speed chain (116 links), $. 6/7-speed chain ↔ your 6-speed drivetrain
- KMC Z8.3 6/7/8-speed chain (116 links), $. 6/7/8-speed chain ↔ your 6-speed drivetrain
- KMC X8 EPT 6/7/8-speed anti-rust chain with Missing Link, $$. 6/7/8-speed chain ↔ your 6-speed drivetrain
Tires
- Kenda Kwest 26x1.95 reflective (pair), $$. 50 mm tire ↔ your ~50 mm clearance
- Schwalbe Big Apple 26x2.0 (50-559) (pair), $$$. 50 mm tire ↔ your ~50 mm clearance
- Schwalbe Marathon Plus 26x2.0 (50-559) SmartGuard (pair), $$$. 50 mm tire ↔ your ~50 mm clearance
- Kenda K-Rad 26x1.95 (50-559) wire (pair), $$. 50 mm tire ↔ your ~50 mm clearance
Fits with small changes (8)
- Ergon GP1 ergonomic grips, $$. You have twist shifters: buy the short (Gripshift) version.
- Budget ergonomic lock-on grips, $. You have twist shifters: buy the short (Gripshift) version.
- Ergon GA3 lock-on grips, $$. You have twist shifters: buy the short (Gripshift) version.
- Ergon GP5 ergonomic grips with built-in bar ends (S or L), $$$. You have twist shifters: buy the short (Gripshift) version.
- Stan's NoTubes tire sealant 16 oz, $. In tubes: needs tubes with removable valve cores (Presta or Schrader to match your rims).
- Orange Seal Endurance tubeless sealant 16 oz, $. In tubes: needs tubes with removable valve cores (Presta or Schrader to match your rims).
- SILCA Ultimate Tubeless Sealant 16 oz, $. In tubes: needs tubes with removable valve cores (Presta or Schrader to match your rims).
- Magura HS11 hydraulic rim brakes with levers (front + rear), $$$. Replaces your brake levers. Your shifter stays.
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Buying one used? Fair prices
Worked out from the price new ($190), age and condition, not live market data. If it needs tires, a chain or brakes, take off what fixing them would cost.
| Condition | Today (2022 model) |
|---|---|
| Like new | $55–$70 |
| Good | $50–$65 |
| Fair | $40–$50 |
| Needs work | $30–$40 |
See what these really sold for on eBay · Other used bike prices
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Sources: Huffy (via web.archive.org): Incline Men's 26in, Blue, model 26320, $189.99 (18-speed twist, 3-piece steel crank, linear-pull) · Huffy (via web.archive.org): Incline 26in Men's 18-speed, Silver, model 26322, $189.99 (steel linear-pull, front suspension) · Huffy (via web.archive.org): Incline Men's 26in, White, model 26329, $169.99 (2019) · Fred Meyer (via web.archive.org): Huffy 26in Incline, UPC ...26322 (18-speed twist, linear-pull, machined alloy rims, QR seat binder, $209.99) · Huffy owner's manual for mountain bikes (m0377: threadless stem, axle nuts, linear-pull brakes)