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Huffy Cranbrook 26 Cruiser
Cruiser / comfort · 2024 · $$$
Good for flat neighborhood, boardwalk and beach rides where you just want to cruise. The swept-back bars and sprung saddle keep you upright and comfy, and fenders come on it. The coaster brake is the only brake and the steel rims and frame are heavy, so it is not for hills or fast stops.
Sizes: One Size: 5′2″–5′10″
| Gearing | Single speed |
|---|---|
| Brakes | Coaster |
| Suspension | None (rigid) |
| Wheels | 26" × 54 mm tires |
| Weight | — |
| Easy to work on | 0/5 |
- − Coaster brake only: Pedal-back braking: no hand brake, and a dropped chain means no brake.
- + Rack mounts: Carry a rack and bags for commuting, groceries or touring.
- − Older 1-inch headset: Fewer modern stems and forks fit.
- • Steel frame: Comfortable and repairable, but heavier than aluminum.
Where to buy: Buy at Walmart
Kent Bayside 26 Cruiser
Cruiser / comfort · 2025 · $$$$
A comfy beach cruiser for flat, easy rides, with 7 speeds, fenders, a padded springer-style saddle and V-brakes front and rear. The steel frame weighs about 15.4 kg, and the thread-on 7-speed freewheel and nutted axles keep it basic. The step-through suits shorter riders and the step-over suits taller ones, so pick by height.
Sizes: Step-through: 5′0″–5′9″ · Step-over: 5′5″–6′0″
| Gearing | 1×7 (7 speeds) |
|---|---|
| Brakes | Rim (V-brakes) |
| Suspension | None (rigid) |
| Wheels | 26" |
| Weight | 34 lb (15.4 kg) |
| Easy to work on | 0.5/5 |
- • Rim brakes: Cheap and easy to service, but weaker in the rain and they wear the rims.
- − Screw-on freewheel: Fewer gearing upgrades fit, and the rear axle is more likely to bend under heavy riders.
- + 1x gearing: One front ring: simple shifting and less to adjust.
- • Steel frame: Comfortable and repairable, but heavier than aluminum.
Where to buy: Buy at Walmart · Maker's page
Huffy Nel Lusso 26" Women's Cruiser
Cruiser / comfort · 2026 · $$$$
A heavy steel beach cruiser for relaxed rides on flat ground, with one gear, a back-pedal brake, a basket, a rear rack and a cup holder. At about 21.3 kg with only a coaster brake, it is hard work on hills, so keep it to flat routes. Huffy lists it for riders 5 feet and up but gives no top height, so taller riders should sit on one before buying.
Sizes: One Size: 5′0″–6′6″
| Gearing | Single speed |
|---|---|
| Brakes | Coaster |
| Suspension | None (rigid) |
| Wheels | 26" × 50 mm tires |
| Weight | 47 lb (21.3 kg) |
| Easy to work on | 0/5 |
- − Coaster brake only: Pedal-back braking: no hand brake, and a dropped chain means no brake.
- − Heavy (about 47 lb): Harder to carry up stairs and slower up hills.
- + Rack mounts: Carry a rack and bags for commuting, groceries or touring.
- − Older 1-inch headset: Fewer modern stems and forks fit.
- • Steel frame: Comfortable and repairable, but heavier than aluminum.
Where to buy: Buy at Walmart
Retrospec Chatham Beach Cruiser - Step Through Single Speed
Cruiser / comfort · 2026 · $$$$
Made for beach paths, boardwalks and relaxed neighborhood rides. The step-through frame is easy to get on and off, and the single speed keeps upkeep low. The rear coaster brake is the only brake and the steel frame is heavy, so take it easy on downhills and plan your stops.
Sizes: One size: 5′0″–6′4″
| Gearing | Single speed |
|---|---|
| Brakes | Coaster |
| Suspension | None (rigid) |
| Wheels | 26" × 54 mm tires |
| Weight | 30 lb (13.6 kg) |
| Easy to work on | 0/5 |
- − Coaster brake only: Pedal-back braking: no hand brake, and a dropped chain means no brake.
- + Rack mounts: Carry a rack and bags for commuting, groceries or touring.
- − Older 1-inch headset: Fewer modern stems and forks fit.
- • Steel frame: Comfortable and repairable, but heavier than aluminum.
Where to buy: Maker's page
Retrospec Beaumont City Bike 7-Speed
Cruiser / comfort · 2025 · $$$$
A relaxed city bike for errands and short commutes that comes with full steel fenders and a rear rack. The 7-speed twist shifter on a 14-28 thread-on freewheel and the side-pull caliper brakes are simple, but caliper brakes are weak in the wet. The hi-ten steel frame puts it at about 13.6 kg, and the steel fenders and rack can rust if the bike lives outside.
Sizes: 50 cm (S): 5′2″–5′5″ · 54 cm (M): 5′6″–5′8″ · 58 cm (L): 5′9″–6′0″
| Gearing | 1×7 (7 speeds) |
|---|---|
| Brakes | Rim (caliper) |
| Suspension | None (rigid) |
| Wheels | 700c × 35 mm tires |
| Weight | 30 lb (13.6 kg) |
| Easy to work on | 1/5 |
- • Rim brakes: Cheap and easy to service, but weaker in the rain and they wear the rims.
- − Screw-on freewheel: Fewer gearing upgrades fit, and the rear axle is more likely to bend under heavy riders.
- + 1x gearing: One front ring: simple shifting and less to adjust.
- + Rack mounts: Carry a rack and bags for commuting, groceries or touring.
- − Older 1-inch headset: Fewer modern stems and forks fit.
- • Steel frame: Comfortable and repairable, but heavier than aluminum.
Where to buy: Maker's page
sixthreezero EVRYjourney Men's 26" 7-Speed Hybrid Cruiser
Cruiser / comfort · 2024 · $$$$
A comfortable upright cruiser for neighborhood rides and beach paths, with a sprung memory-foam saddle, rear rack and full fenders. The 7-speed thread-on freewheel and V-brakes are simple and cheap to service. It is heavy at about 17.3 kg, and the 1in quill stem limits handlebar and stem swaps.
Sizes: 19": 5′0″–6′4″
| Gearing | 1×7 (7 speeds) |
|---|---|
| Brakes | Rim (V-brakes) |
| Suspension | None (rigid) |
| Wheels | 26" × 50 mm tires |
| Weight | 38 lb (17.3 kg) |
| Easy to work on | 1.5/5 |
- • Rim brakes: Cheap and easy to service, but weaker in the rain and they wear the rims.
- − Screw-on freewheel: Fewer gearing upgrades fit, and the rear axle is more likely to bend under heavy riders.
- + 1x gearing: One front ring: simple shifting and less to adjust.
- − Heavy (about 38 lb): Harder to carry up stairs and slower up hills.
- + Rack mounts: Carry a rack and bags for commuting, groceries or touring.
- − Older 1-inch headset: Fewer modern stems and forks fit.
Where to buy: Buy at Walmart · Maker's page
Schwinn Wayfarer Step-Thru 700c
Cruiser / comfort · 2026 · $$$$
A retro steel step-through for easy flat rides around town, with 7 speeds, swept-back bars, full fenders and a rear rack included. It is heavy at about 15.8 kg, the thread-on 7-speed freewheel limits gearing upgrades, and the single-wall rims with V-brakes are basic. It comes in one size for riders about 165 to 175 cm.
Sizes: One Size: 5′5″–5′9″
| Gearing | 1×7 (7 speeds) |
|---|---|
| Brakes | Rim (V-brakes) |
| Suspension | None (rigid) |
| Wheels | 700c × 35 mm tires |
| Weight | 35 lb (15.8 kg) |
| Easy to work on | 1.5/5 |
- • Rim brakes: Cheap and easy to service, but weaker in the rain and they wear the rims.
- − Screw-on freewheel: Fewer gearing upgrades fit, and the rear axle is more likely to bend under heavy riders.
- + 1x gearing: One front ring: simple shifting and less to adjust.
- + Rack mounts: Carry a rack and bags for commuting, groceries or touring.
- − Older 1-inch headset: Fewer modern stems and forks fit.
- • Steel frame: Comfortable and repairable, but heavier than aluminum.
Where to buy: Buy at Walmart · Buy at Amazon · Maker's page
Electra Cruiser 1 Step-Over
Cruiser / comfort · 2025 · $$$$
Made for flat beach paths and short relaxed rides. The Flat Foot frame lets you put your feet down at stops, the wide balloon tires are comfy, and the coaster brake means no cables or levers to maintain. With one speed and only a pedal-back brake, it struggles on hills and stops slower than hand brakes.
Sizes: 26": 5′3″–5′11″
| Gearing | Single speed |
|---|---|
| Brakes | Coaster |
| Suspension | None (rigid) |
| Wheels | 26" × 55 mm tires |
| Weight | 30 lb (13.7 kg) |
| Easy to work on | 0/5 |
- − Coaster brake only: Pedal-back braking: no hand brake, and a dropped chain means no brake.
- + Rack mounts: Carry a rack and bags for commuting, groceries or touring.
- − Older 1-inch headset: Fewer modern stems and forks fit.
Where to buy: Maker's page
Electra Townie 7D Step-Over (formerly Townie Original 7D)
Cruiser / comfort · 2026 · $$$$
A comfort bike for easy town rides, boardwalks and anyone who wants both feet flat on the ground at a stop. The forward-set crank and upright seat are the whole point, and the 7-speed twist shifter with a 14-34 freewheel handles small hills. Linear-pull rim brakes are weaker in the wet than discs, and on a used one check the loose-ball bottom bracket and threaded headset for play.
Sizes: 26": 5′3″–6′1″ · 26" Tall: 5′6″–6′3″
| Gearing | 1×7 (7 speeds) |
|---|---|
| Brakes | Rim (V-brakes) |
| Suspension | None (rigid) |
| Wheels | 26" × 51 mm tires |
| Weight | 31 lb (14.2 kg) |
| Easy to work on | 3/5 |
- • Rim brakes: Cheap and easy to service, but weaker in the rain and they wear the rims.
- − Screw-on freewheel: Fewer gearing upgrades fit, and the rear axle is more likely to bend under heavy riders.
- + 1x gearing: One front ring: simple shifting and less to adjust.
- + Rack mounts: Carry a rack and bags for commuting, groceries or touring.
- − Older 1-inch headset: Fewer modern stems and forks fit.
Where to buy: Buy at REI · Maker's page
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