Schwinn High Timber Mountain Bike for Adult Youth Men Women Boys Girls
- Mountain Bike
- 29 inches
- Pedal
- Aluminum
- More reviewed than 93%
A solid value mountain bike for casual riding, provided buyers double check disc brake alignment and wheel skewer tightness before heading out.
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How it ranks among the 95 mountain bikes we track
4.1★ across 1,500 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
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Overview
The High Timber is Schwinn's entry level mountain bike, sold in youth and adult sizes with 24 to 29 inch wheels and a choice of aluminum or steel frame. It ships about 80% assembled. This listing covers the 18 inch aluminum frame with 29 inch wheels, sized for riders roughly 5'4" to 6'2".
Twist shifters and a rear derailleur handle gear changes, paired with front suspension and disc brakes, all fairly rare at this price. Owners who kept the bike for months generally rate it well for casual trail and neighborhood riding, though a handful ran into drivetrain or wheel issues that are worth checking before the first real ride.
- 18 inch aluminum frame with a steel frame option
- Alloy crank and rear derailleur drivetrain
- Wide knobby tires on alloy rims
- Quick release seat post for fast height changes
Who it's for
Casual riders and people getting back into cycling after years off will find this a comfortable, affordable trail and road bike. It is not built for aggressive downhill riding or racing.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Owners who kept the bike for months report the aluminum frame, disc brakes and front suspension deliver good value under $300, with several noting disc rotor rub during break-in that eased with riding. One owner needed to replace the bottom bracket after 40 to 50 miles due to knocking, and one reviewer reported the front wheel detached on a downhill trail causing a serious injury, which other owners attribute to under-tightened quick releases rather than a widespread defect.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Aluminum frame keeps overall weight down
- Front suspension and disc brakes at this price point
- Twist shifters make gear changes simple
- Requires assembly and mechanical follow up beyond the box
- Disc brake rub reported during break-in by owners
- One reported wheel skewer coming loose on a trail
Specifications
| Brand | Schwinn |
|---|---|
| Model | S8222AZ |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Wheel Size | 29 inches |
| Item Weight | 37.26 pounds |
| Minimum User Height | 60 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Bicycle Gear Shifter Type | Twist Grip |
| Bicycle Drivetrain Type | derailleur |
| Number Of Speeds | 21 |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power Source | Pedal |
| Construction & materials | |
| Frame Material Type | Aluminum |
| Wheel Material | Aluminum |
| Seat Material | Vinyl |
| Color | Black/Green |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Schwinn Bike |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Type | Limited lifetime |
| Other details | |
| Suspension Type | Front |
| Bike Type | Mountain Bike |
| Is Assembly Required | Yes |
| Is Autographed | No |
| Skill Level | Beginner to Advanced |
| Brake Style | Disc |
| Model Year | 2020 |
| Additional Features | Aluminum Frame, mountain bike |
| Item Type Name | Mountain Bike |
| Specific Uses For Product | Trail |
| Derailleur Configuration | Rear |
| Style Name | Aluminum Frame and Disc Brakes |
| Intended Riding Terrain | Mountain Terrain |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in mountain bikes.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Schwinn High Timber Mountain Bike for Adult Youth Men Women Boys GirlsThis product | 4.1 / 5 | 1,500 | 3.6 / 5 |
| Mongoose Dolomite Fat Tire Mountain Bike | 4.4 / 5 | 2,281 | 4.1 / 5 |
| Mongoose Malus Mens and Women Fat Tire Mountain BikeBrand | 4.4 / 5 | 1,500 | 4.1 / 5 |
| WEIZE Mountain Bike, 24 26 27.5 inch Outdoor MTB Bicycle, 6/18-Speed High-Carbon Steel…Weize | 4.1 / 5 | 599 | 4.0 / 5 |
| Huffy Mountain Bikes for MenHuffy | 4.0 / 5 | 975 | 4.0 / 5 |
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Questions about the Schwinn S8222AZ
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
What size rider fits the Schwinn High Timber with 29 inch wheels?
Schwinn lists this build for riders roughly 5'4" to 6'2" tall.
Does the High Timber arrive fully assembled?
No, it ships about 80% assembled and needs a Phillips screwdriver, 2.5-8mm Allen wrenches, an adjustable wrench and cable cutting pliers to finish.
Should I check anything before the first ride?
Reviewers recommend confirming both wheel skewers and disc brake alignment are tightened, since at least one buyer reported a wheel coming loose on a trail.