You won't regret getting this bike. Even buying it with the intention of immediately upgrading it (I'm looking at you X-Fusion rear shock), it still beats better bikes in terms of price.
Pros Price and performance make this bike a rare beast. I bought it as a 2nd bike and my first foray into trail geometry full suspension figuring that at $1500, it wasn't a huge risk and the preliminary reviews I read were all good. The reality of the bike is even better. It is an exceptionally fun and capable bike that is smartly spec'ed out of the box, but is a viable candidate for upgrading as it just lends itself to the task of being a capable canvas upon which you can build a dream bike without breaking the bank.
Cons No real criticisms as the bike is an exceptional value.
You won't regret getting this bike. Even buying it with the intention of immediately upgrading it (I'm looking at you X-Fusion rear shock), it still beats better bikes in terms of price.
Pros
Price and performance make this bike a rare beast. I bought it as a 2nd bike and my first foray into trail geometry full suspension figuring that at $1500, it wasn't a huge risk and the preliminary reviews I read were all good. The reality of the bike is even better. It is an exceptionally fun and capable bike that is smartly spec'ed out of the box, but is a viable candidate for upgrading as it just lends itself to the task of being a capable canvas upon which you can build a dream bike without breaking the bank.
Cons
| ThankNo real criticisms as the bike is an exceptional value.
Pros
Great frame, I upgraded everything else
Cons
| ThankComponents and rims were ok, I upgraded them as soon as they became a hassle