The pedals are also different. Both styles still may break in six months.
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Walmart Stingrays are back.. $125 free ship
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Digablekid
Look Ma, No Hands!
I've seen of repop crates for sale cause of broken chains and such. Others are being sold because they don't offer the genuine feel and joy of the originals.
bashton
Finally riding a big boys bike
Received mine yesterday and have to say, I am impressed.
Is it a "real" Sting Ray? Of course not! But for the price, it is a great rider and also a neat way to get kids and others interested. The quality to me is better than expected, and it is really a decent rider. Paint is way better than I expected and it does have a real RBL Slick on the back.
We have over 100 prime 60's and 70's Muscle Bikes in our collection, and this is perfect for when my buddies want to ride one of my real collectors bikes. Also great for the Grandkids, although as many of you know, Emily, my 11 y/o Granddaugter, always rides her Real 60's and 70's bikes!
Obviously not for everyone and that's fine, but in my eyes, a cool bike to have fun with.
Bashton
Is it a "real" Sting Ray? Of course not! But for the price, it is a great rider and also a neat way to get kids and others interested. The quality to me is better than expected, and it is really a decent rider. Paint is way better than I expected and it does have a real RBL Slick on the back.
We have over 100 prime 60's and 70's Muscle Bikes in our collection, and this is perfect for when my buddies want to ride one of my real collectors bikes. Also great for the Grandkids, although as many of you know, Emily, my 11 y/o Granddaugter, always rides her Real 60's and 70's bikes!
Obviously not for everyone and that's fine, but in my eyes, a cool bike to have fun with.
Bashton
Digablekid
Look Ma, No Hands!
Nice.
What colt did you get and can you post pictures?
GTs58
I'm the Wiz, and nobody beats me!
Schwinn has the more expensive one that can purchased from their site. Red or Blue. I'm still confused as to why the big difference in the retail prices though.
www.schwinnbikes.com
Sting-Ray
The Schwinn Sting-Ray. This vintage classic is back and better than ever. The Sting-Ray kids' bike features all the beloved components of the early model (remember the banana seat?) with a 21st century feel. Help kids ride through childhood in style — make memories with the Sting-Ray.
www.schwinnbikes.com
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Mr. Monkeyarms
Cruisin' on my Bluebird
The only question I have is: did you check the preassembled bearings for grease? For a $125 bike they typically only put a dab at the factory, ensuring a short life for the bearings. They usually don't adjust anything either. Just slap it together as quickly as possible.
ADReese
Wore out three sets of tires already!
You're 100% correct on that. The bearings are all super tight and dry. You can feel the bearings in the headset as you turn the bars lol. The adjustments are pretty far off too. Ive never bought a 125 dollar new bike before and it's about what I expected. It will probably get sold in the end. I dont feel that a 185+ pound adult could ride it safely. It would be great for kiddos though.
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Tim the Skid
Skidding on my '41 Schwinn Autocycle
all the criticism and negatives aside, I think you are correct. A decent bike for kids for the money, and you don't have to worry about it getting stolen or lost. 
