Submitted by
robert bass
a Cross Country Rider
from warrington,pa.u.s.a. Date Reviewed: July 9, 2001
Favorite Trail:
wissahickon park,phila.pa.
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$2300.00
Purchased At:
manufacturer
Strengths:
light weight 4.9 lbs.great climber(like a goat)just enough travel to handle rough landings.it's a back saver on epics or if you played contact sports for 20 years.
Weaknesses:
a bit slow on delivery(6 months).1 more inch of travel and i coulda been a contenda.
Similar Products Used:
proflex 855 w/ods and speedsprings.5 years used @25 lbs.
Bike Setup:
starship w/custom paintjob,00'sid xc,raceface lp w/rings,xtr brakes and drivetrain,xtr rearw/217's ringle front,syncros ti seatpost,raceface system,conti xc 1.9 foldbl.
Bottom Line:
i have been riding this bike for exactly 1 year.having a bad back was a big concern 4 me .this is just plush enough for me and tricking it down to 24.5 lbs certainly helps on long saddle days.i don't have the time to race but this bike inspires me each time i get on.i run a 22/32/44 front mated with an 11/34 rear and i climb easier and in more control than i ever did before.this bike tracks great on all terrain and makes you confident in or out of saddle.i recommend an air fork up front to go with the risse air rear.the single pivot operates smooth, no multi links means cheap maintenance.stiff rear w/buku tire clearance for mud.
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Submitted by
LQQK
a Cross Country Rider
from Sydney Date Reviewed: July 30, 2000
Duration Product Used:
More than 3 years
Strengths:
Super build Very stiff Light frame Risse rear shock
Weaknesses:
I found the customer service somewhat slow.
Similar Products Used:
Boulder Intrepid GT LTS GT STS Mongoose 9.5
Bike Setup:
SC90 forks Bullseye cranks and front hub Magura brakes with TWP levers the rest xt/xtr
Bottom Line:
WOW! a review of the Starship -thought I better put my thoughts down too. This is one hell of a bike. It only has 3" of travel, but it is good quality travel that is usable. Blows away all other bikes i've ridden, and can out climb my HT too (zaskar le). Only gripe was how long it took to get from time of ordering. Get one if you can!
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Submitted by
Michael
a Cross Country Rider
from Oregon Date Reviewed: July 30, 2000
Duration Product Used:
More than 3 years
Strengths:
Super light and stiff, I weight 235 and this 5 pound frame is the stiffest FS custom ride I have owned.
Weaknesses:
COuld use more travel, now there is a LT version
Similar Products Used:
SuperV, Bianchi Super GL, Boulder Defiant, Control Tech URT
Bike Setup:
COntrol Tech Linkage 3, Kooka Cranks, XTR/XT, Mavic CrossLand wheels, Marinovative brakes, Ringle stem/seatpost, King Headset
Bottom Line:
EXCELLENT Welds and Finish!!!!!!!!! Active and LIGHT STIFF and Quick GREAT single tracker
A rare ride that works!! You will not see your self coming and going.
THE BEST CUSTOMER SERVICE from Rich!
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