Huffy Green Machine
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Description of Huffy Green Machine
Since its establishment in 1892, Huffy has been known for its tradition of producing innovative and high quality bicycle products. Since that time millions of people around the globe have enjoyed the quality and value of a Huffy bicycle and Huffy has become one of America's most recognized bicycle brands.There's no ride quite like the Huffy Green Machine, which has a sleek and stable, low-profile design that can pick up speed with its high-traction 20-inch rubber front tire. When you hit the corners, maneuver the dual joysticks to steer the back wheels--with their ultra-wide slick tires-- for sick spin-outs. A great choice for advance riders, it offers an adjustable seat that fits a wide variety of kids. Other features include a front-wheel hand brake offers sure stopping power, platform resin pedals with steel crank shafts, oversized chrome exhaust pipes on the back, and an orange safety flag. It's recommended for riders age 6 and older.
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Sports reviews of Huffy Green Machine
Customer Review: The Big Wheel Killer Is Back!!!
Sport shop rating: 5 Stars
I'm 40 years old, and I was in the Big Wheel market back in the 1970's. I didn't have a Big Wheel (the trademark brand name for Marx's cool plastic rider), but rode some sort of dragon-looking knock-off that would be the equivalent, in today's terms, of the Kia of the sidewalk highway. Big Wheels were the stuff back then, and anything other than a Big Wheel brand was just a poor imitation. Then along came the Green Machine (also from Marx), and everything changed. Like a big swirling mantis of plastic and stickers, the Green Machine redefined sidewalk cool - and I had one! The schitck was the unique steering mechanism - two levers that rotated the rear axle. Big Wheels suddenly looked like the tricycles that they were.
And they're back. My son has one of these new copies, and it is even better than the original (I, for one, have ridden them both - this is a test drive 30 years in the making). The new machine is essentially the same in all important ways, with three specific improvements. First and foremost, the front tire is inflated rubber. The traction difference is of course night and day. The rear wheels are still hard plastic, but that's what you want. These not only preserve that hallmark sound of rolling hollow plastic over gravel, but permit the whipping spin-outs that the Green Machine design is noted for. Second, the new Machine has a hand brake (bicycle style calipers that grip the front rim). Third, the front axle allows free-spinning - so when we, I mean my son, let's this baby coast down a hill, he can leave his feet on the pedals without trying to spin them at 4,000 rpm - that's a huge improvement.
Whether you remember these from your own childhood or just curious, let me give you my strong endorsement - I loved mine back then, adn my son loves his now. This is a winner of a toy.
Customer Review: The Big Wheel Killer Is Back!!!
Sport shop rating: 5 Stars
I'm 40 years old, and I was in the Big Wheel market back in the 1970's. I didn't have a Big Wheel (the trademark brand name for Marx's cool plastic rider), but rode some sort of dragon-looking knock-off that would be the equivalent, in today's terms, of the Kia of the sidewalk highway. Big Wheels were the stuff back then, and anything other than a Big Wheel brand was just a poor imitation. Then along came the Green Machine (also from Marx), and everything changed. Like a big swirling mantis of plastic and stickers, the Green Machine redefined sidewalk cool - and I had one! The schitck was the unique steering mechanism - two levers that rotated the rear axle. Big Wheels suddenly looked like the tricycles that they were.
And they're back. My son has one of these new copies, and it is even better than the original (I, for one, have ridden them both - this is a test drive 30 years in the making). The new machine is essentially the same in all important ways, with three specific improvements. First and foremost, the front tire is inflated rubber. The traction difference is of course night and day. The rear wheels are still hard plastic, but that's what you want. These not only preserve that hallmark sound of rolling hollow plastic over gravel, but permit the whipping spin-outs that the Green Machine design is noted for. Second, the new Machine has a hand brake (bicycle style calipers that grip the front rim). Third, the front axle allows free-spinning - so when we, I mean my son, let's this baby coast down a hill, he can leave his feet on the pedals without trying to spin them at 4,000 rpm - that's a huge improvement.
Whether you remember these from your own childhood or just curious, let me give you my strong endorsement - I loved mine back then, adn my son loves his now. This is a winner of a toy.
Customer Review: The best boys' outdoor toy we've bought so far!
Sport shop rating: 5 Stars
This update of the old Big Wheel style "Green Machine" is made to handle the height, weight and wear and tear of big boys (and girls, up to the latter 30s have even been caught on it), yet the seat is easily adjusted so that the average 5-year-old can reach its pedals. The main cool feature is the dual lever steering. Just like with the original hollow model plastic version, pulling on the steering levers in opposite directions sends the machine into a wicked spin-out that kids just can't get enough of. Yet under the usage of some pretty crazy 6, 9 and 12 year olds on a steep downhill driveway, the machine has almost always remained three wheels on the ground.
So first, I am amazed at the staying play value of this toy. For two years now, it has been the first toy out of the garage every time the door opens. And second, I am amazed at its durability. The 9 year old who uses it reguarly is an Evel Kneivel who is notorious for breaking my children's toys left and right, and so far, it has held up without a squeak.
This was a million times better value for our hundred spot, than the darn motorized motorcycle we bought a couple years prior for twice that amount which only lasted a year before the gears stripped. Definitely consider this for your 5-10 year old boy, even if he already has a two-wheeler. It's a whole different kind of fun.
***** all the way!
Customer Review: God Bless the Green Machine and those who ride it....
Sport shop rating: 5 Stars
The original green machine was made in the 70s and every kid who owned one, had to let all of his friends take turns on it. It was very big wheel, plastic all plastic...I found the new Green Machine by Huffy. First let me say that I was so happy I almost cried. Then I took it home and putting it together.. well I cried. You will need more hand tools than Bob Villa has. Also the directions were so so. Next, I rode it.. yes I am 31 years old 5 feet 11 inches and 140 lb. I fit it just fine, the seat is adjustable and it holds up to 180 lb. Riding it is SUPER. Through the lever and make that baby spin out!!! The new rubber bike tire on the front is a great upgrade over the old GM. Lastly, put your kid in protective gear.. this thing will flip. Huffy will discontiue it soon, after they get sued a few dozen time. BEST RIDE EVER. keep the shiny side up:)
Ok, update.. after 6 months the machine is still kicking.. however most kids will tip it over... speed kills. Wear protective clothes and a helmet or get road rash or worse.
THE WATER GUN ADDITION IS THE BOMB WE LOVE IT
It is funny calling a blue tricycle a GREEN machine.. but who cares?
Customer Review: Fun ride, a real head-turner
Sport shop rating: 5 Stars
The Green Machine has been a daily part of our son's activity for two years now, and is still going strong. He has disabilities with balance and vision, but this ride has been a liberator for him.
There is a fair amount of assembly required, but the instructions were accurate and everything fit together nicely. The only negative we experienced was the chassis wasn't welded straight, so the front wheel is tilted noticeably. We probably could have exchanged it, but it works OK, and it was nearly impossible to get him away from it long enough to take it back.
Our son gets a constant stream of kids coming over to look at the Green Machine as he rides with us all over our small town - usually three to four miles at a time. A lot of adult "kids" are wistful about it, too. It's big enough for the average adult; my wife is 5'8" and it fits her comfortably. Our son is 4'9" tall, and still has the seat positioned most of the way forward.
It will be a good part of childhood to remember!