Columba SP26S
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Facts
Summary of Reviews
We have read all expert and user reviews on the Columba SP26S. In summary, this is what cyclists think.
5 reasons to buy
- A tester and multiple owners appreciate the SP26S’s low price.
- Owners and the reviewer enjoy the full-size riding experience.
- The SP26S is comfortable to ride, according to a tester.
- This bike comes with a chain guard, folding pedals, a kickstand, and a bell.
- The bike folds to 38" x 14" x 29", which is reasonably compact for a bike with 26” wheels.
9 reasons not to buy
- The SP26S's primitive engineering, suspect manufacturing quality, and cheap components overshadow its low price.
- Some owners report the frame failing after two or three years of light use.
- The folding mechanism looks neither reliable nor durable.
- The Shimano Tourney 3x6 drivetrain is cheap and outdated.
- Columba states rider fit of 5'3" to 6'0", but an owner feels the bike is too small for anyone above 5’9”.
- Though this bike folds down quite compact, its overall size, 26” wheels, and 35lb weight mean it's nowhere near as portable as the more common 16” and 20” folders.
- Some owners say assembly and tuning things like shifting and brakes takes a lot of time.
- Buyers complain of poor packaging, broken and faulty parts, and poor after-sales service.
- The bike’s weight limit of 200lb is below average.
Bottom line
The Columba SP26S is an entry-level folding bike with a steel frame and 26" wheels. The bike has been around since 2011 and hasn't improved in that time. Owners and the sole reviewer appreciate the low price, full-size ride feel, and folding convenience. However, the 35lb weight limits its portability, and the dated design, cheap components, and primitive engineering are worrying. Owners report frame failures and complain of inadequate packaging, broken parts, and poor customer service. The reviewer and some owners call the SP26S a good entry-level option, but given its drawbacks, this bike is likely to prove poor value.
