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The Tanuki has eight special traits: a hat to protect against bad weather; big eyes to make good decisions; a sake bottle to represent virtue; a big tail for steadiness and strength; gargantuan testicles for obvious reasons; cash for confidence; a big belly to symbolize decisiveness; and a friendly smile. Everything you need for one of the sweetest bang-for-the-buck dual-suspension mountain bikes in creation.
RockShox TORA 302 Solo Air 130mm
Shimano Deore rear derailleur
Maxxis Ardent tires
Sun SR25 rims
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Vernon Habersetzer
a Weekend WarriorDate Reviewed: May 22, 2012
Strengths: Durability, overall design, shock lockout on front and back, very comfortable ride, nice components for the price, brakes are amazing, great tires, nice seat postWeaknesses: Seems really heavy after riding a 26lb hardtail for so long, but what do you expect at this price! Handlebar grips are hard....hands were hurting even with gel gloves on...cheap fix. Seat isn't too great...replaced with bonteage SSR for $28 at LBS.Bottom Line: Switching from riding a light hard tail cannondale for 18 yrs, I debated between a light Giant XTC 2 29er and a seat post shock, or this bike. Same price either way. I found this bike to be so much easier to get used to and I am now spoiled by rear suspension! The additional weight is a tradeoff, but it is worth it. The heavier front end makes it easier to climb hills without the front end popping up. I can sit upright on climbs and keep more weight on the rear tire. I'm 6'1" 185 lbs. Awesome bike!
Duration Product Used: Slaughter Pen Tattamagouch - Bentonville, Ar
Price Paid:
$1359.00
Purchased At: Lewis & Clark Outfit
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Nandus
a All Mountain Rider
from NJ, USADate Reviewed: April 3, 2012
Strengths: Light weight for type of bike it is (33lbs at size 18). Well made hydroformed frame.
Geometry if good for technical trail riding. Climbs and descends very well.
Kona branded WTB seat is light and comfortable. Kona branded seatpost, stem and handlebars are good for what they do.
Decent parts spec overall. Maxxis Ardents hook up very well in the East Coast conditions I ride in.
Kona CS was very responsive when I contacted them.Weaknesses: Rear shock: Kona decided to spec a Kona branded shock on this bike. I understand that sacrifices need to be made at this price point, but I would have rather had a them made somewhere else.
The shock that came on the bike started leaking oil after one trail ride (The first off road ride on the bike). The shock I received from them via RMA had issues as well. It compressed, but would not go back to full stroke while I was adjusting air pressure. Maybe the third time is the charm, since this shock is not giving me any issues (yet).
Note: Joe from Campmore worked with me though the entire RMA process and ensured the issues was resolved.
I am going to end up upgrading the shock since my confidence on the stock shock has gone out the window (Thus the 3 Flamin Chilis).
Square taper bottom bracket. Really? Are we back in the 90's?Bottom Line: The bike is a great value. For the money, you get a decent parts spec and an upgrade worthy frame.
Favorite Trail: Ringwood NJ, Graham Hills NY, Patriots Path NJ, Glen Park PA.
Duration Product Used: 3 months
Price Paid:
$1050.00
Purchased At: Campmore
Similar Products Used: Ironhorse G Spot, Trek Fuel and hardtails from Specialized and Cannondale.
Bike Setup: Stock with the exception of Primo BMX pedals and I swapped the wheels out for Sun Rhyno Lites with XT hubs.
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I G
a Weekend Warrior
from Concord, CADate Reviewed: January 6, 2012
Strengths: Suspension geometry seems nice. Brakes work well. Entry level model of the Tanuki has good components for the price.Weaknesses: Kind of heavy. Lightened up when i put Easton EA70XC wheels and 2.1" wide tires. Pedals it comes with are horrible, but i upgraded to the Kona Wah Wahs.Bottom Line: For the price, i do not think you can find anything with better components.
Favorite Trail: Anywhere at Joaquin Miller Park
Duration Product Used: 3 months
Price Paid:
$1049.00
Purchased At: Bikesale.com
Similar Products Used: 2007 Kona Dawg Deluxe
Bike Setup: Easton EA70 XC wheels, FireXC 2.1" tires, Raceface Atlas AM bar, Ritchey bar ends, Oury grips, Fox 140mm FLOAT FIT, WTB Pure V seat, Kona Wah Wah pedals
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CM
a Weekend Warrior
from Wellington NZDate Reviewed: April 2, 2011
Strengths: Frame is bullet proof. Shocks are supple, good position for descending, fork lockout has give for unexpected bumps, tyres grip well on loose, feels lighter than it isWeaknesses: Not so great on the climb, came with shock and fork under pumped, strange frame shape prevents it sitting nicely on bike rackBottom Line: Amazing bike, have had hard tails that dont climb this well (shock has to be locked or you bounce lots) and the tires soak up almost everything you throw at them, totally recommend this product. You will want to use this if you like heavy cross country/trail riding, would do some freeride or down hill even with the heavy duty tyres, but not too much.
Favorite Trail: Parangarahu lakes
Duration Product Used: Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$800.00
Purchased At: Bike Barn
Similar Products Used: Specialized FSR, huffy something
Bike Setup: Stock except changed shimano clipless for kona flats and DH tubes in wheels
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