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REVIEW: SCHWINN Comfort Bike Seat “Commuter” – 10 YEARS LATER…

I got this Schwinn Comfort Bike Seat “Commuter” ( https://amzn.to/3xJjb6O ) about 10 years ago. It was for my 2008 Dahon Mariner D7 folding bike ( https://amzn.to/2wP5Qvx ) that had a narrow standard seat. I needed something with more support for upright riding comfort and got this. This is a 10 year review of this seat.

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Dahon Mariner: https://amzn.to/2wP5Qvx
Schwinn Comfort Bike Seat “Commuter” ( https://amzn.to/3xJjb6O )

PROS:
Wider Comfortable support for upright riding like cruiser bikes.
Well ventilated and space with less pressure on the groin.
Weather proof saddle is very durable an easy to clean. Its 10 years and still holding up like new.
Built in shock absorbers.

CONS:
Heavier weight due to materials.
Wider seat may be bulky for folding bikes.

Overall, I love the comfort and riding position of the Schwinn Comfort Bike Seat “Commuter” ( https://amzn.to/3xJjb6O ). Its easier to sit for longer rides for commuting on.

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REVIEW: DAHON Mariner – Folding Bike – 12 YEARS LATER…

I have own my Dahon Mariner D7 for 12 years. They sell the current Dahon Mariner: https://amzn.to/2wP5Qvx . I this light weight aluminum folding bike was bought new and followed me for over a decade of travel.

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Dahon Mariner: https://amzn.to/2wP5Qvx
GreenField Kickstand ( https://amzn.to/3rCYpEW )
Aluminum water bottle cage ( https://amzn.to/3rKd6ps )
Catseye Wireless Bicycle Computer: https://amzn.to/3IkWSJk
20 inch rear bicycle tire ( https://amzn.to/3lBSvjw )
Schwinn Comfort Seat ( https://amzn.to/3xJjb6O )

All Aluminum frame is lightweight under 30 lbs, and no rust. I still am using the original brake pads and front tire. The 20 inch rear bicycle tire ( https://amzn.to/3lBSvjw ) has been changed 2 times over the past 12 years. The headset needs tightening every 2 years or so.

Some of the first upgrades to my Dahon Mariner was a more comfortable saddle , I got a Schwinn Comfort Seat ( https://amzn.to/3xJjb6O ) as it is more of a upright seat with elastomer rubber bumper suspension and well supported and padded cushion over the original Dahon seat. The draw back is the heavier weight of the new seat.

I upgraded the kickstand to a GreenField Kickstand ( https://amzn.to/3rCYpEW ) for the bike as the longer led was more stable than the original. An aluminum water bottle cage ( https://amzn.to/3rKd6ps ) and Catseye Bike computer ( https://amzn.to/3IkWSJk ) was added next.

Overall this has been a great lightweight folding bike that has traveled with me in my car, mass transit, lunch rides, and out of the county. It has been dependable and low maintenance for years due to its design and aluminum frame.

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How to REPLACE / MODIFY Dahon Speed D7 / Mariner Rack Bungee Luggage Strap ($3)

This video is how to replace the strap of the original Dahon rear cargo rack bungee luggage strap. My original Dahon luggage strap lasted about 2 months before it lost it elasticity. The Dahon OEM strap costs about $12-$15 from Dahon or resellers. I never bought a new one and just tied it to my rack for over 12 years and just used grocery panniers ( https://amzn.to/3lCu56O ) and bicycle trunks ( https://amzn.to/3nFxx2n) .

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My 2008 and 2009 Dahon Speed D7, and Dahon Mariner D7 ( https://amzn.to/30Wo8d9 ), are 20 inch wheel folding bikes that came with a rear carry rack and a unique Dahon bungee flat luggage strap with a rack specific anchors. I have bought generic flat bungee cords to replace old stretched straps ( https://amzn.to/3lzosq5 ) over the year, however didn’t want the original anchors lost so I decided to replace the broken strap.

You can use customize and personalize your own strap with your own color by replacing the strap. I saw HDX 48 inch flat bungee cords in green at Home Depot for under $3. It is too short for a 3 strap design of the original. Its enough to make a two strap version. For 3 strap design, you will need at least 72+ inches of flat bungee cord. If the new cord has ends you will need to remove or cut them off with a pair a scissors.

You need to remove the both Dahon strap anchor covers. Pull out the end of the bungee cord with the end clip. Use long nose pliers (https://amzn.to/36U8vXm ) to loosen the clip. You will need to reuse the clips. Run the new 48 inch through the two side holes on the original clip. If you have a 24 inch flat bungee cord you can alternatively make a 1 strap replacement through the center hole. If you can find a 72 in bungee cord you can string it like the original. You will need a large pair of pliers to clamp the clip back on the new bungee cord ends. I use a Channel Lock Groove Joint pliers ( https://amzn.to/30VRgBf ) . make sure the length of the new cords are equal length. Replace the anchor covers. Test on your Dahon rack. Done!

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