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Comanche
a RacerDate Reviewed: May 16, 2012
Strengths: The geometry, through axles, BB92.Weaknesses: Loss of "monster truck" feel found on most 29er bikes.Bottom Line: I first rode this bike as a demo, and instantly fell in love. I was riding a Niner Air 9, and I have to say this bike feels different than any other 29er hardtail I have ridden. The shorter chain stays and overall wheel base make this feel more like a 26" bike. The flattened seat stays, and 27.2mm post, do an amazing job of damping out the bumps and providing vertical compliance. The 15mm front axle combined with the 12 x142 rear and BB92 bracket make this bike uber stiff laterally. It does not waver while blasting through rock gardens, and rockets out of turns. I am a pro mtb racer in CO, and I cannot imagine riding anything else. However, part of the appeal of 29ers is the feeling of being able to roll over everything. The longer wheel base and lower bottom bracket found on other bikes probably appeal to a wider audience. But if you plan on racing this is the ticket.
Similar Products Used: Niner Air 9
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aaron weiss
a Date Reviewed: May 15, 2012
Strengths: this is an update to a previous review. everything I said earlier still stands. the update comes after my first race on the bikeWeaknesses: nadaBottom Line: I used this bike in a race I have done for 5-6 years now and wanted to update on how it handled in a race situation and the differences I experienced. On the same course I was able to take almost 4 mins off of my best time for the same number of laps. I have not been riding more, not been focusing on training more, in fact....I have had more travel for work and expected the times to be the same or worse. My lap times were more consistent and I felt no problems (body wise) from the hardtail over a 3 hr race with 1733m of climbing. I am very impressed with the bike and find it hard to dispute the benefits of the 29 inch wheels
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50ale
a Cross Country Rider
from Bracebridge, ON, CANDate Reviewed: April 9, 2012
Strengths: AGILITY!
Weaknesses: NONE SO FARBottom Line: This is the first 29er I have owned. I am normally a full suspension 26" rider. I just got off of a 2011 Scott Spark RC, to give you an idea of my other ride. This is also my first hardtail, and trust what you have read about a 29er hardtail being a sweet ride I have rode other 29ers, and been disappointed with the lazy steering. NOT this bike. It took no time at all to become accustomed to the Vertex 990. This thing feels every bit as agile (or better) than my 26" bikes. Rocky Mountain has worked magic with this bike. I can't wait to try the Element.
Weights without pedals;
As purchased (XO) 21.1 pounds
Set up with SramXX 20.8 pounds
SramXX and ENVE carbon tubulars with Tufo tires 18.6lbs
Favorite Trail: Porcupine Rim, UT
Duration Product Used: Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$4000.00
Purchased At: Nielsens Bikes
Similar Products Used: Xprezo T29, Niner Air9
Bike Setup: Swapped out the XO for XX
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adub1978
a Racer
from kamlooops, BC CanadaDate Reviewed: March 11, 2012
Strengths: light, great geometry, looks great,Weaknesses: none that I can tellBottom Line: I am really surprised by this bike. I had no real expectations as it is my first 29. the best thing about the bike is that it took no time to feel right. after an hour it felt great and after 3 it felt better. I am quite blown away by how comfortable it is. it really does do all of the things that they say about 29ers. I can't recommend it enough. it is not sluggish, it does not take time to get up to speed, it is just a really good hardtail bike. I wouldn't say I am a convert yet, but I am a believer. I still really like a 26 fully, but the 26 HT is not something I'll invest in again
Favorite Trail: salty dog race course
Duration Product Used: Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$5500.00
Similar Products Used: none other than 26er hardtails
Bike Setup: full xtr 28-40 fr rings, rock shox sid xx 29
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quiggs1974
a Racer
from AustraliaDate Reviewed: January 22, 2012
Strengths: All round package, the frame is probably the greatest strength it is light strong and ridiculously agile. Dt swiss 240 hubs stock, full X0 group and sweet easton bars and componentsWeaknesses: With the compact frame, I know three riders that have had to swap to a longer seatpost, due to the stock 350mm being too short. The DT swiss rims seem soft.Bottom Line: This an amazing bike it is light quick and Rocky Mountain have nailed the geometry because if you are a doubter of 29ers nimbleness as a race bike ned to throw a leg over one of these racing machines. It's ability to get through tight switchback corners will have you giggling with the ease that this bike gets around.
This is one sweet bike do yourself a favour and get on the 29er wagon with one of these babies.
Duration Product Used: Less than 1 month
Purchased At: iRide Bikes Melbourn
Similar Products Used: came from a smaller wheeled bike
Bike Setup: stock except for negative rise stem
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