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Subsidiary | |
Founded | 1999 |
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Founder | Paul Anderson |
Headquarters | |
Key people | John Bisges CEO |
Products | Bicycles |
Parent | Dynacraft |
Website | http://www.dynacraftbike.com/ |
Problem with Next Shocker 26? I just bought a new Shocker 26 at walmart and the chain seems too loose. It keeps jumping teeth so i can't accelerate hard. Is there any way to adjust this or should I take the bike back. A friend brought his new Hyper Shocker 26 Dual Suspension Mountain bike he purchased from Walmart. This video covers what you can expect to get (or not get) in a $99 mountain bicycle.
Next is an American bicycle brand distributed by Dynacraft BSC, Kent International Inc and Bridgeway International bicycle companies. Next bikes are produced in China and are sold in the American retail stores Wal-Mart.
Models[1][edit]
Next offers kids, BMX, and mountain bikes.
18'
- Misty - 6–9 years old
- Surge - 6–9 years old
20'
Next Slumber Party girls bike
- Girl Talk- 6–10 years old
- Shock Edge - full suspension MTB for ages 6–10 years old
- Air Wave - full suspension MTB for ages 6–10 years
- Wipe Out - 6–10 years old
24'
- Gauntlet - full suspension MTB for young adults
- Highpeak - full suspension MTB for young adults
26'
- Gauntlet - full suspension MTB
Issues[edit]
In 2002 132,000 Next Ultra Shock mountain bicycles with 'Ballistic 105' front suspension forks were recalled in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). There were 20 reports of the suspension forks breaking on the Next Ultra Shock bicycles, resulting in 19 riders suffering injuries that include abrasions, concussions and chipped teeth. By Us International Co. Ltd. manufactured the forks on these bicycles. These forks can break apart, causing riders to lose control, fall and suffer serious injury. The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) which previously announced the recall of about 103,000 of these forks sold on bicycles manufactured by Brunswick Corp. There have been 20 reports of the suspension forks breaking on the Next Ultra Shock bicycles, resulting in 19 riders suffering injuries that include abrasions, concussions and chipped teeth. The recall includes only on blue Next Ultra Shock bicycles, with model numbers 8524-14 and 8526-20 manufactured between April 1999 and November 9, 1999. Wal-Mart stores nationwide sold these mountain bikes from May 1999 through December 2000.[2]
During 2003, Dynacraft voluntarily recalled about 52,900 BMX bicycles whose stems could loosen during use, causing riders to lose control and fall. Dynacraft received 35 reports of stems loosening on these bicycles, resulting in one report of an injury (a broken finger). The recall includes two models of 20-inch BMX bicycles. The Next Voltage-model bicycles are metallic green, have model number 8535-99 and were manufactured between March 2002 and June 2002. The Vertical Street Blade-model bicycles are dark blue and chrome colored, have model number 8527-99 and were manufactured between March 2002 and April 2002. Wal-Mart stores sold the Next Voltage-model bicycles nationwide, including Puerto Rico, from May 2002 through November 2002. Pamida stores sold the Vertical Street Blade-model bicycles nationwide from April 2002 through April 2003.
References[edit]
- ^http://next-bike.com/models.php
- ^http://www.consumeraffairs.com/recalls/next_ultra.html
External links[edit]
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Most people would not turn down a $10,000 custom Italian racing bike, but most people don't have that kind of money to spend for just a recreational ride. There's a perfect bike for every rider, at a price for every budget. The rule of thumb is to buy the best bike you can afford, so you can take advantage of higher-quality components and workmanship. If, however, you are looking for a sturdy bike for a hard-riding kid or a bargain bike for the occasional rider, Next bikes may have the bike for you.
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Use
Consider what you want from a bike before you buy. If you race, you'll probably perform better with a lighter frame and smoother shifting components. If you ride hard trails, you'll likely prefer a sturdier frame and Kevlar tires to stand up to rough terrain. But if you need a bike for a child who will grow out of any bike within a year, or if you take a leisurely cruise once every couple of weeks in the summer, you really don't need specialized components or the latest technology. Next bikes are basic by necessity, because they are designed for affordability.
Price/Availability
Next bikes are manufactured by Dynacraft exclusively for Wal Mart. They are all priced under $140, with the children's bikes retailing for around $61 to $79 depending upon the model, as of January 2013. Inexpensive bikes generally cost more in the long run because of maintenance and repair costs, but Dynacraft offers a lifetime warranty on the frame and fork, along with a two-year warranty on the components. The warranty states that it does not cover wear and tear or damage from trick riding, jumping, aggressive riding, riding on severe terrain or in severe climates, so your planned use of the bike is again an important factor to consider. Your Next bike may only last two to three years depending on how hard you use them; but that's why they're so affordable.
Variety
Next bikes are limited in scope. All of their models are designed like mountain bikes, with thick-tread tires and straight handlebars. They offer two 18 inch models, one for girls and one for boys. They offer two models each for boys and girls in the 20 inch size, and two adult 24 inch models, one for men and one for women. The 18 inch and one of the 20 inch girl's bikes have curved top tubes, while the other 20 inch and the women's bike have straight top tubes.
Construction
The next bikes are solidly constructed, but you won't find any stunning technology. The frames are steel, which is sturdy but heavy, and the company uses it's own components. The adult bikes are dual-suspension with V-brakes and 18 speeds, while the children's bikes are all single-speed with caliper brakes. The simplicity of the drive means that you can do much of the maintenance yourself, and the owner's manual includes detailed maintenance instructions. You won't win the Tour de France on Next bikes, but the whole family can ride together without a huge investment.