Product Description
Engineered for better control and increased comfort on the trail. The all-new Talon 29er’s responsive ALUXX aluminum frame is designed with specific geometry to optimize its 29-inch wheels. The larger-diameter wheels roll over obstacles with greater ease, improve your traction and help you keep your momentum on the trail.
- Frame: ALUXX-Grade Butted aluminum
- Handlebar: Giant Sport, Low rise 31.8mm, Alloy
- Stem: Giant Sport, Alloy
- Seatpost: Giant Sport, Alloy, 30.9
- Pedals: MTB Caged, Alloy
Review Options:
Sorted by Latest Review | Sort by Best Rating |
|
Reviews 1 - 6 (6 Reviews Total)
| |
User Reviews
Overall Rating:
Value Rating:
Submitted by
Dirt Hot
a Weekend Warrior
from Quantico VADate Reviewed: December 1, 2011
Strengths: Very sharp looking. I get a lot of compliments on the appearance. Seat and handlebars are proper for my frame (5'9" 195lbs). Pedals are very sharp and dig into my shoes, something that i like. Brakes are outstanding. Even caked with mud they are quiet and very effective at stopping, even in emergency applications.Weaknesses: Chain broke after my first 1/4 mile. Didnt even get to the trails. Bicycle Pro Shop replaced the chain no questions asked in about 5 minutes. Shifting under heavy load causes chain to bind, probably cause the deraillers are stock. I imagine this is common on all entry level deraillers. Tires are not aggressive enough for the muddy, root infested trails I ride on Quantico. I got the large frame and should have gone with a medium, that is my fault I guess.Bottom Line: I bought this bike at Bicycle Pro Shop in Alexandria VA, after two other bike shops would not even help me. The other bike shops turned their noses up to me when I told them I wanted to spend 500 dollars maximum (I was looking for a used bike). The shop did not have any used bikes but they fit me to a 2011 model they were looking to get rid of at a discounted price. I wanted to spend only 500 dollars and get a rigid frame, but after telling them about the trails I would be riding they recommended a more serious bike. And I am happy I spent the extra money for this bike. I would die on these trails without a suspension. I do wish I would have gone with a medium frame size though, as I am fairly inexperienced with riding and the 29" Large frame is kind of intimitdating (again, I am 5'9" 195 pounds).
Favorite Trail: Biker's Bumps
Duration Product Used: 3 months
Price Paid:
$630.00
Purchased At: Bicyle Pro Shop, Ale
Similar Products Used: old school Specialized HardRock, fully customized.
Bike Setup: Stock. Fork upgrade planned. New Tires planned.
Overall Rating: Value Rating:
Submitted by
zoltek
a Cross Country Rider
from Sioux Falls, SDDate Reviewed: October 12, 2011
Strengths: Awesome bike. Does well in town and on dirt trails. Handles well.Weaknesses: Gets a little tipsy if you have to wait at a light and are not careful.Bottom Line: Great bike, good price. Just remember to get a u-bolt... I had one stolen two months after I bought it.
Favorite Trail: Anywhere
Duration Product Used: 3 months
Price Paid:
$650.00
Purchased At: Spoke N' Sport
Bike Setup: Stock with improved pedals so I don't smash them up.
Overall Rating: Value Rating:
Submitted by
Ghengis65
a Weekend Warrior
from Los Angeles, CADate Reviewed: August 20, 2011
Strengths: Overall comfort, solid frame, decent components for the price, upgradable frameWeaknesses: saddle could be much better, RD, would have liked a 9-speed but I can waitBottom Line: For the money, this is a fantastic starter bike. Decent components, solid frame and comfortable geometry. No regrets here.
Favorite Trail: TBD
Duration Product Used: Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$700.00
Purchased At: Pedalers West
Similar Products Used: tested the Trek 3500 disc, Trek 4500 disc, GF Marlin, Felt Q520, Felt Q620, Felt Nine Trail
Bike Setup: Stock (new saddle on its way)
Overall Rating: Value Rating:
Submitted by
NJ_DD
a Weekend Warrior
from Tranquility, NJDate Reviewed: May 13, 2011
Strengths: Decent entry level 29er for the priceWeaknesses: I immediately switched out the 8-sp cassette for a 9-speed. The front fork is also on the heavy side.Bottom Line: I'd recommend this bike if you are looking for an entry level 29er. Lower end components can always be swapped out as they need replacement.
Duration Product Used: Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$725.00
Purchased At: Curty's Cyclery
Overall Rating: Value Rating:
Submitted by
Nelmenator
a Weekend Warrior
from St. Louis, MO USADate Reviewed: January 1, 2011
Strengths: Lightweight, handles great.Weaknesses: Rear derailler hanger broke 1st day but LBS replaced free of charge and no issues since.Bottom Line: If you're looking for an entry level 29er like I was, this is the bike for you. Agree with previous poster, would have liked a 9 speed cassette.
Favorite Trail: Chubb
Duration Product Used: Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$750.00
Purchased At: South County Cyclery
Bike Setup: Time ATAC pedals, everything else stock for now.
Overall Rating: Value Rating:
Submitted by
grivlet
a Cross Country Rider
from Chattanooga TNDate Reviewed: August 27, 2010
Strengths: Lightweight, build quality seems top notch. The brakes have modulation that feels similar to a hydraulic setup. Havent had it out on the trails just yet, I'll post an update when I do!Weaknesses: SRAM X-4 rear deraileur, seat hurts, front fork is okay at best.Bottom Line: Feels like a great bike, wish it had a 9 speed cassette but hey for the price you cant go wrong. I'll be riding this and upgrading it as I see the need and can afford it!
Favorite Trail: Raccoon Mtn
Duration Product Used: Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$750.00
Purchased At: East Ridge Bicycles
Bike Setup: all stock
|
Reviews 1 - 6 (6 Reviews Total)
| |
Review Options:
Sorted by Latest Review | Sort by Best Rating |
