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Giant Boulder SE Reviews

Description: (from giant-bicycles.com)
# An upgraded component spec from our entry-level Boulder w, the SE version also features an ALUXX aluminum frame and 4-inch travel suspension fork. Front suspension for off-road control
# Wide range gearing for the steepest hills
# Butted aluminum frame for minimal weight

Add a review (form opens in right column) reviewed by dmbernasconi   on June 9, 2009   Pros I own the 09 model which features a front shock with 4 inches of travel. Everything feels smooth and the bike shifts nicely. The seat is comfy and rides nicely overall. Cons Haven't spent much time on trail with it yet so and I haven't found any issues with the bike on roads, so it no cons yet. Verdict I am a beginner and this is the first non wal-mart bike I have owned, huge step up from those types of bikes and well worth the price, I paid 410 for the 09 model and would recommend this bike to other looking to get into the sport or those who just want to dump their wal-mart bikes for one that is actually fun to ride. reviewed by Reserverockhopper   on November 7, 2008   Pros Good frame. Decent tires. Shimano shifters. Good stand over height. Good weight. Cons Only 2 inches of travel with limited adjustment starter fork. Shimano cassette with little range. Chain comes off often. Verdict This was my first mountain bike when I started so I am a little biased. It got me through my first year of riding and I tackled some hard trails and had some good times with this hard tail starter bike. It full filled it's purpose and got me addicted to mountain biking before I upgraded to a full suspension, more expensive bike so I guess for the price range, mission accomplished. I still have it and use it for casual greenway rides and tooling around. reviewed by SouthernHiker.com   on November 5, 2008   Pros Price is fantastic, Shocks work very well, Handles well on everything Cons can't find one Verdict My first mountain bike purchase, and I do not have any complaints. I have ridden some hard single tracks in Georgia, and it has held up to everything. I definitely recommend reviewed by AndrewHicks   on August 4, 2008   Pros Geometry, fork, seat Cons somewhat heavy, not to bad Verdict Good for beginners, and those who don't want to spend an arm and a leg. I ride single track, intermediate to advanced trails, this bike can handle everything I put it through. I paid $300 for this. Well worth it.