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MTB Reviews > Mountain bikes > 29er bikes > Gary Fisher HiFi Plus 29
Description: (from fisherbikes.com)
Frame
6066 hydroformed butted aluminum, G2 Geometry; aluminum, co-molded carbon seatstays, 4" rear wheel travel
Wheels
Bontrager Superstock 29 disc | Bontrager Jones ACX tires, 29x2.2, folding, tubeless ready
Componentry
SRAM X.7 rear derailleur, SRAM X.7 shifters, Shimano Deore front derailleur | Shimano M540 44/32/22, Octalink crank | Avid Juicy 3, hydraulic disc brakes, 160mm rotors
Suspension />
RockShox Reba SL 29 w/positive and negative air pressure, Motion Control, rebound, compression, lockout, alloy steerer, 100mm travel | Fox Float RP2 w/air pressure, Pro Pedal, rebound, 7.5x2.0
Gary Fisher HiFi Plus 29 Reviews
MTB GEAR STATS
Avg Rating:  |
4 gear reviews |
| MSRP: $2,089.00 | |
| Tags: fisher | |
| 6 members own this | 3 members want this |
Frame
6066 hydroformed butted aluminum, G2 Geometry; aluminum, co-molded carbon seatstays, 4" rear wheel travel
Wheels
Bontrager Superstock 29 disc | Bontrager Jones ACX tires, 29x2.2, folding, tubeless ready
Componentry
SRAM X.7 rear derailleur, SRAM X.7 shifters, Shimano Deore front derailleur | Shimano M540 44/32/22, Octalink crank | Avid Juicy 3, hydraulic disc brakes, 160mm rotors
Suspension
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Reviews
on May 12, 2011
Pros
The geometry of this bike is awesome. A lot of people think 29ers are clunky and harder to hendle than 26ers but this bike is more maneuverable than any bike I've ridden. Fairly light too.
Cons
The design of the frame makes it hard to mount on some bike racks and only small water bottles fit in the space for the cage but these are very minor issues.
Review
I would recommend this model as opposed to the deluxe or higher because it a good balance between price and performance. I don't think the others are particularly worth the increase in price.
on November 25, 2010
Pros
Excellent bike for both hardcore technical single track and wide open fast and flowy XC. This is a Gary Fisher 29er. Need I say more?
Cons
Tires and brakes needed to be upgraded. The Bontrager Jones tires just couldn't handle hard climbs up the singletrack. The brakes were also surprisingly short-lived and needed replacement three times this season (although it has been brought to my attention that I tend to ride the brakes too often!)
Review
This was my first mountain bike and I wanted something I could grow into and not grow out of - boy was I in for a surprise!
I have been absolutely blown away by the bike's performance over the past year and she has helped me grow into a much more confident rider. The value is amazing. Highly Recommended!
I have been absolutely blown away by the bike's performance over the past year and she has helped me grow into a much more confident rider. The value is amazing. Highly Recommended!
Pros
I like the geometry of this bike. It is very comfortable on epic rides. The balance of the bike allows for good handling. not front heavy at all and the Fox fork and shock compliment the set up. The Duster is a great wheel. Nice wide rims and tubeless ready.
Cons
I replaced the derailleurs and the brakes within the first year. Juicy 3's are not good brakes for intense off road use. The Sram X.7 rear derailleur was fine but I prefer low normal shifting so I replaced both with XT. Carbon seat stays are fine if you never crash. I taped them up with bash guard to protect them.
Review
It took me a year to dial this bike in because its my first full suspension bike. The travel is perfect for XC and now that its tuned proper I love the riding experience. It makes me more confident in the saddle. I like this level of bike because its ripe for upgrade and that allows me to persoanlize the ride. If you're not into that the Pro version comes well equiped.
on April 3, 2008
Pros
Sweet suspension, sweet frame, sweet drivetrain, Sweet G2 handling, light for a 29" dually in it's price range.
Cons
mediocre brakes
Review
A fantastic allrounder. Great value and components, a must buy for '08.
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