The bottom line: I wasnt expecting much from this bike because i was new to the iron horse brand. It has exceeded my expectations on every level. The thing climbs like nothing. It will take whatever you throw at it and come back for more. i would recommend this bike to beginners who are just getting into riding AM or a seasoned vet who doesnt want to blow 5-6 grand on a bike when they can spend 5-6 hundred and get a product that is almost exact in quality. Get em before theyr'e all gone!!!
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Big Papi SRT 8
a Cross Country Rider
from Medford, NY. USA Date Reviewed: April 20, 2009
Favorite Trail:
Cathedral Pines, NY
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$700.00
Purchased At:
Dick's Sporting Good
Strengths:
Great bike for the price, well made sturdy handles the trails very nice.
Weaknesses:
Not happy with the Avid 5 brakes, and the coil fox rear schock is a bit weak.
Great bike for the price, and excellent if you are just getting back on the trails or are on a budget. Good sturdy frame, good set up for future upgrades.
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ndeaton77
a Weekend Warrior
from Chattanooga, TN Date Reviewed: October 12, 2008
Favorite Trail:
Raccoon Mtn.
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$700.00
Purchased At:
Dick's Sporting Good
Strengths:
Great bike for the beginning mtn biker. Not bad for the $$$.
Weaknesses:
Not a heavy bike, but not the lighest either. Really wish the front fork had a lockout feature!
Bottom Line:
I am very pleased with this bike. It has held up very well on my rides. Just had it's maintenance done and there were no problems with the bike. Will be looking into a few upgrades next year but otherwise I would recommend this bike to the new rider in search of an economical mtn bike that can handle the trail.
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newaddiction
a Weekend Warrior
from grand prairie, tx Date Reviewed: October 2, 2008
Favorite Trail:
cedar hill, cleburne, northshore
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$810.00
Purchased At:
sierra trading post
Strengths:
seems to be a solid bike. climbs easily and takes a beating everytime i get a chance to ride it with no problem.
Weaknesses:
it is heavy. the weight doesn't seem to affect the climbs but it sure does feel heavy when you have to get off and carry the bike uphill.
Similar Products Used:
first real bike?
Bike Setup:
stock
Bottom Line:
if money wasn't an issue then i would have sprung for the specialized or yeti but now that i have been riding the 6.0 with no problems i'm glad i didn't. i would recommend this bike to anyone.
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domni51
a Weekend Warrior
from Los angeles, CA, USA Date Reviewed: September 9, 2008
Favorite Trail:
FUJIMI PANORAMA TRAIL B
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$750.00
Purchased At:
RSCYCLES
Strengths:
Climbs much better than I expected. Affordable and sturdy.
Weaknesses:
Mainly its components. I had to replace the pedals and the crankset after the first few rides.
Similar Products Used:
No All-mountain types, but I have an STP and a Sohon Bucho
Bike Setup:
Replaced the pedals with WELLGO WAM-D10's, The Crank with RACE FACE EVOLVE DH CRANK, and I put a shorter stem on it. I am also looking into swapping out my tires for some that feel better in the corners and putting on some hydraulic brakes.
Bottom Line:
I love this bike. I'm a little sad that I replaced some of the components so soon after I bought it(hence the four chilis) but the replacements only made the bike that much more better. If you are looking for an affordable bike to do some XC, All mountain and or light downhill riding then this ones for you.
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MikeStanfill
a Weekend Warrior
from Palmer, Alaska, USA Date Reviewed: September 3, 2008
Favorite Trail:
Powerline Trail
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$700.00
Purchased At:
Randall Scott
Strengths:
The Warrior 6.0 is a sturdy frame that comes with decent components. The single pivot system is low maintenance (good for people new to full suspension) and the geometry is perfect.
Weaknesses:
The rear shock is a piece of crap. It feels as if there's lag between when pressure is taken off of it to when the rebound dampening kicks in (even with the rebound turned all the way down) The for is a little soft, and feels as if the rebound adjustment nob is about to break off. The brakes are kind of weak, especially under a lot of pressure.
Similar Products Used:
'04 K2 ZED
Bike Setup:
All I added was a 203mm rotor up front and a 185mm in the rear. This took care of the the stopping weakness...
Bottom Line:
The bike is great for beginners and handles well under speed, as well as in the air. It would be better if they threw a better fork and rear shock, but, hey, for the price I got it for, I'm happy with what I have.
Recommendation: Get front and rear air suspension.
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Qui'lan Fett
a Weekend Warrior
from US Date Reviewed: July 29, 2008
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$820.00
Purchased At:
Performance
Strengths:
Good components, good price, awesome looks.
Weaknesses:
Original spring on rear shoc too heavy (450lb. and I am 120lb.) No lockout on fork. Cruddy pedals.
Similar Products Used:
Kids hardtail
Bike Setup:
Mostly stock. New saddle, new pedals, new spring.
Bottom Line:
Everyone says the fork is bad, the brakes suck, and the single pivot is bad. I don't have much experience with other bikes, but this thing stops well enough, and who really cares about a few extra bumps? It is a great bike and I would reccomend it to a friend any day.
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CTrider
a Weekend Warrior
from griswold CT USA Date Reviewed: July 18, 2008
Favorite Trail:
AM
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$700.00
Purchased At:
rscycle
Strengths:
Strong frame
fox rear shock
descent components for the price
simple design
For the price, I love it. It climbs great in the saddle but gets a little mushy when standing. The 07 model has good looks too. Climbs well in the saddle and descends well with a couple mods.
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diablo rider
a Downhiller
from lafayette, nj, united states Date Reviewed: July 9, 2008
Favorite Trail:
saviant
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$900.00
Purchased At:
sierratradingpost.co
Strengths:
strong frame, sleek design, and a very nice affordable bike.
Weaknesses:
trade the shocks for boxxer race forks and youll be happy. the rock shox tora 289 u-turn isnt a very smooth ride and the brakes arent very good.
Similar Products Used:
none
Bike Setup:
stock
Bottom Line:
if your looking for an affordable bike for downhill or anything this is the one for you. the bike is great overall and youll be a happy buyer. great for starting downhill bikers.
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mtb_guy
a Weekend Warrior
from Boone, NC Date Reviewed: July 3, 2008
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$799.00
Purchased At:
Performance Bike
Strengths:
Frame seems tough. Light enough to pedal up the mountain and it still has enough travel to bomb down the other side. Easy frame maintenance due to single pivot design. This bike is very versatile. Overall this is a great bike.
Weaknesses:
Main weakness, also somewhat of a benefit depending on your view, is the single pivot design. I prefer four bar designs. The component group on this bike is kind of weak, but not bad. Some of the welds look a little messy.
Similar Products Used:
None, I'm used to riding downhill bikes.
Bike Setup:
stock
Bottom Line:
If you are trying to ball on a budget then I have found no better bike. The versatility of this bike is its strong point. The bike has the travel for aggressive riding, but still climbs well enough to be taken on that day long ride in the back woods. So far I love mine.
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Scott
a Weekend Warrior
from Pacific Northwest, WA Date Reviewed: April 21, 2008
Favorite Trail:
anything off road
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$700.00
Purchased At:
down cycle
Strengths:
Frame is super strong fork, fox vanilla R is amazing. Brakes Avid BB5 arnt bad not the greatest but they work.
Weaknesses:
Smarty Clipless pedals suck cheap plastic on half of the pedal falls off and provides absolutely no grip.
Bike Setup:
stock
Bottom Line:
I would recommend this bike to anybody looking for something that is more affordable than a lot of bikes out there and this beast performs under any condition! Great bike super stoked I got it!
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