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A longtime favorite for its comfort and off-road versatility, Boulder is equally at home on a cruise through neighborhood streets or a weekend escape into the woods. With a suspension fork, durable steel frame and off-road-ready components, Boulder offers all the essentials for off-road explorations.
- SR Suntour XCT V3 suspension fork
- Shimano Tourney 7-speed gearing
- Alloy rims
- Color: Red
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reeceo21
a Downhiller
from dubboDate Reviewed: August 31, 2011
Strengths: Good quality built frame, brakes have stood up to nearly everything. I have put this bike through nearly every test and it has done its job.Weaknesses: Rear derailleur doesn't cope with hard downhill riding or hard riding in general, front fork suspension isn't the best, crank tends to give out after a while.Bottom Line: Good bike for the price. Great for simple riding around town and abit of cross country not really a bike for the pro bike rider. I have had alot of fun on this bike and its still going after 3 years of hard riding so i would recommend this to anyone who is looking for a decent bike without that huge price tag.
Favorite Trail: Select a State
Duration Product Used: More than 3 years
Price Paid:
$360.00
Purchased At: bike shop
Similar Products Used: mongoose switchback, trek 3500
Bike Setup: Standard except tyres
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James Ginn
a Racer
from Lakefield,Quebec,CanadaDate Reviewed: August 10, 2011
Strengths: Incredible durability of parts for this price range. The only problem after almost 3000 miles of tough hill riding was a snapped gear cable.Weaknesses: I havent found any although it is a bit heavy like all steel frame bikes.Bottom Line: Great entry level bike that is really dependable. Its built like a tank and seems near indestructable. The ride is smooth and non tiring even over long distances. I highly recommend it for great performance at a reasonable price.
Duration Product Used: More than 3 years
Price Paid:
$400.00
Purchased At: Ateliers du Sport
Similar Products Used: None.
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jefft03
a Weekend Warrior
from Calhoun, Ga.Date Reviewed: April 3, 2011
Strengths: Great beginner bike. I found the bike to be very durable. tires hold to the trial well. Gears change well. Crashed I don't know how many times.Weaknesses: hard tail beat my back to death...but i do have some back problems. In the beginning had some chain problems..not staying on..adjustment took care of that.Bottom Line: If your wanting a cheap, tough, easy to ride bike to try out mtn biking and don't have a-lot of money to spend...i recommend this bike...great for a college student on campus for riding to class. This bike lasted me for over 5 years just pounding it.
Favorite Trail: Raisen Wood & Booker T
Duration Product Used: More than 3 years
Price Paid:
$275.00
Purchased At: Roswell Bikes
Similar Products Used: demo some Cannondale hard tails
Bike Setup: standard setup.
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KonaKiller
a Weekend Warrior
from Spokane, WADate Reviewed: February 4, 2011
Strengths: Great frame, little heavy. But not ONE break.Weaknesses: Derailleurs sometimes go out of wack, the chain is very weak also.Bottom Line: Great bike for the price, I love it. It's the best bike I've ever owned, I recommend it to everyone.
Favorite Trail: Boondocks (Manmade)
Duration Product Used: 1 Year
Price Paid:
$350.00
Purchased At: Flagstaff Cycle
Bike Setup: Simple/Hardtail
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Grundig77
a Weekend Warrior
from Perth, Western Australia, AustraliaDate Reviewed: January 9, 2011
Strengths: Easy Gear Change, Looks GoodWeaknesses: Uncomfortable seat, smellyBottom Line: None, really.
Favorite Trail: Super Duper Spinny Looper near Billville
Duration Product Used: Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$495.00
Purchased At: Georges Bike Shop
Similar Products Used: Mongoose Mountain
Bike Setup: Simple
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Markridesfairmount
a Weekend Warrior
from doylestown PA USADate Reviewed: June 22, 2010
Strengths: durable frame, smooth shifting, good overall feelWeaknesses: could use a better fork, more reliable 3peice crank, a little heavy for a hardtail. better pedalsBottom Line: The initial performance of the bike was impressive, the shifting was very smooth and fluid. The brakes have performed flawlessly from the first ride, I have rode the bike in many varied conditions. Recently have encountered some issues. Broke the original pedals on a trail ride. Bent the handle bars on a mild jump. And for the second time in less than three years im going to have to replace the three piece crank due to stripped bolt and rounded opening. As a smooth trail rider you will be very pleased. If your looking for something to hit a technical section, ditch the boulder and go for something more reliable.
Favorite Trail: ralph stover, high rocks
Duration Product Used: More than 3 years
Price Paid:
$300.00
Purchased At: Newtown Cycles
Similar Products Used: Trek antelope, Gary Fisher,
Bike Setup: Crank Brothers 50/50 pedals, inverted factory stem, replaced handle bars.
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Wooduk
a Weekend Warrior
from Western AustraliaDate Reviewed: September 9, 2009
Strengths: Frame Size,Gearing,Disc Brakes,Feeling of strength whilst cycling.Weaknesses: Air loss in tyres but starting to think the problem could be the valve caps.Had to replace allen keys for metricBottom Line: Have always brought mtbs from the chain stores, splashed out a few dollars and havent looked back, the bike is a sheer pleasure to ride. Best experience I`ve ever had riding a mtb even talked a couple of good mates into purchasing one.
Favorite Trail: John Forrest Bridle Trail
Duration Product Used: 6 months
Price Paid:
$529.00
Purchased At: Guilford Cycles
Bike Setup: Replaced saddle for giant biggest seat for comfort and purchased Zefal/Swan mud reflectors.
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shorster
a Weekend Warrior
from pickerington ohioDate Reviewed: August 27, 2009
Strengths: GIANT BOULDER this is the best bike i have ridden,sure the frame is a little heavy but the oversized frame is the best for people over 6' this bike is good for trails had it over 3 years no problemsWeaknesses: too heavyBottom Line: i cant knock it it was free frame just added wheels and seat.you cant get much better for a all a round bike,the best bike i have ridden
Duration Product Used: More than 3 years
Purchased At: picked up frame out
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Spacedraptor
a Weekend Warrior
from Burnley, Lanacashire, EnglandDate Reviewed: August 7, 2009
Strengths: Solid Feel, Great looks, Great GearWeaknesses: HeavyBottom Line: I ain't no pro mountain biker but hey that's my point, i ride my bike to work everyday which is a dream and is now my highlight to my day both morning and evening, i would recommend this bike to anyone it is a solid work horse for commuting and fun at weekends for trails riding and XC endurance, as i say i aint no pro but this bike is just soooooooo much fun. i recommend you buy one if your in the market for a cheap mountain bike with big features.
Favorite Trail: Gisburn Forest
Duration Product Used: Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$500.00
Purchased At: OnYerBike
Similar Products Used: all sorts of mountain and road bikes
Bike Setup: Standard
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ro55
a Downhiller
from scotlandDate Reviewed: May 26, 2009
Strengths: good frame good tyresWeaknesses: forks get stuck after proper mtbiking v-brakes are alright tyres lose air quickly ok gear changingBottom Line: its a good bike for beginners and is quite good for learning i am able to do the local dh course, jumps and xc route on it. consider upgrading forks
Favorite Trail: perth dh
Duration Product Used: 1 Year
Price Paid:
$342.00
Similar Products Used: mongoose rockadile, carrera fury am
Bike Setup: 08 stock spec
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taboyc0
a Weekend Warrior
from Lexington, KYDate Reviewed: September 9, 2008
Strengths: Good price and workmanshipWeaknesses: Shifting from 2 to 3 on the front gear requires you to hold the shift lever for a couple of seconds. The tires seem to lose air fairly quickly.Bottom Line: This is the first bike I have ridden since the Murray mountain bike I rode from age 12 to 16. I was going to buy a name-brand bike from a chain sporting goods store, but decided to pop into the local bike shop and found the wonders of a large frame for someone over six feet tall. It was well worth the extra hundred dollars. I bought it get a little more low joint impact exercise on short commutes and it does that fine. I could see myself wanting more of a road/hybrid bike in the future, but I have no doubts that this bike will last long into the future.
Duration Product Used: 3 months
Price Paid:
$250.00
Purchased At: Pedal Power in Lexin
Similar Products Used: None
Bike Setup: Stock setup with added Giant Wireless computer and a rear rack.
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Sako
a Weekend Warrior
from New York, NYDate Reviewed: August 24, 2008
Strengths:
Good geometry. Easy to ride.Weaknesses: Still trying out the saddle, though my butt is getting sore with just a few hours ride a day. Kinda heavy, though its weight could be a plus with its solid feel.Bottom Line: Pretty good so far. I really enjoy riding this bike. I rode off-trail yesterday and no complaints. Yep, it's a bit heavy, but then, its weight gives it that solid feel. I would recommend this bike to others.
Favorite Trail: Park Trails
Duration Product Used: Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$280.00
Purchased At: Roberts
Similar Products Used: None. I ride a 12 speed race(road) bike. This is my first MTB.
Bike Setup: Stock, straight out of the box, I was told.
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Rich
a Cross Country Rider
from Columbia, PA. USADate Reviewed: May 28, 2008
Strengths: Great ride. smooth front suspension and comfortable fit.Weaknesses: have not found one yet.Bottom Line: Great bike all around. I would recommend if they still made the 17" frame.
Duration Product Used: 2 Years
Price Paid:
$300.00
Purchased At: Lancaster Bicycle Shop
Similar Products Used: N/A
Bike Setup: Shimano brakes and derailers, road and trail tires. Not much more than that.
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David
a Racer
from Highlands Ranch, CO, USaDate Reviewed: April 17, 2007
Strengths: Good parts for a beginning rider Good GeometryWeaknesses: Fork Exploded 21 speedBottom Line: I would buy it again if i was a beginning rider again but its good to start out with.
Favorite Trail: Sky line
Duration Product Used: 1 Year
Price Paid:
$229.00
Purchased At: G's Cyclry
Similar Products Used: No Hard tails just full sussy. Raleigh Ram 1.0 Junk Raleigh Ram 3.0 current Specialized Enduro Specialized Epic S-works
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David
a Racer
from Highlands Ranch, CO, USaDate Reviewed: April 17, 2007
Strengths: Good parts for a beginning rider Good GeometryWeaknesses: Fork Exploded 21 speedBottom Line: I would buy it again if i was a beginning rider again but its good to start out with.
Favorite Trail: Sky line
Duration Product Used: 1 Year
Price Paid:
$229.00
Purchased At: G's Cyclry
Similar Products Used: No Hard tails just full sussy. Raleigh Ram 1.0 Junk Raleigh Ram 3.0 current Specialized Enduro Specialized Epic S-works
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