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Rick O'Shay
a Cross Country Rider
from Pacifica, California, USADate Reviewed: September 17, 2010
Strengths: Very smooth ride. Good climbing efficiency. Handles wonderfully and I'm able to ride things on this bike I've never been able to ride before.Weaknesses: Derailleur hanger bends easily. (order an extra one) I go through the entire rear shock travel pretty regularly even though I'm running slightly less sag than recommended.Bottom Line: My main bike for the last few years has been a Titus Racer-X. It's a fun bike but I wanted something with a little more travel and a smoother ride. I originally was Considering a Blur LT or a Mojo. I tried out each and while they were nice, I had some reservations. The Blur rode nicely but it just didn't quite feel right. With the Mojo, I didn't like the idea of paying that much for a frame made in some faceless Chinese plant. The Spider 2 is a VPP bike and I really liked the feel of it. It's also manufactured a few hundred miles away from where I live. Not only am I supporting my country with this purchase, I'm also supporting my (nearly bankrupt) state.
The bike has a really nice ride. It's quite different from my Racer-X and at first took some getting used to. The center of gravity is a little further back so I don't have to pull myself so far forward in the saddle during steep climbs. Also, with the more slack head angle, I don't go OTB as much. (thankfully)
I'm only giving it 4 chilies on the value rating because not long after I bought it, Intense lowered the price of the frame by a couple hundred bucks. It would have been nice if they or the bike shop offered to reimburse me some of the difference. I also broke the bank on the components which made me poor for a while.
Favorite Trail: it depends
Duration Product Used: 3 months
Price Paid:
$1999.00
Purchased At: Roaring Mouse
Similar Products Used: Blur, Mojo, Racer-X
Bike Setup: Fork: Fox 120mm w/ remote lockout
Wheels: Chris King/Mavic/WTB
Brakes: Magura Marta/ Avid rotors
Cranks/ Pedals/ Front der: XT
Rear der: X0
Shifters: X9
Bar: Race Face carbon
Stem: Ritchey
Headset: Cane Creek
Saddle: Specialized something-or-other
Seatpost: Thompson
Grips: Ergon
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ValleyRacer
a Cross Country Rider
from Chico, CADate Reviewed: July 13, 2009
Strengths: This is a modern well made full suspension bike. The frame top tube length provides for a great fit in the rider cockpit.Weaknesses: While competent in all areas, its not best of class in terms of frame stiffness or suppleness. Limited colors. Does not completely surpass bikes from competing brands.Bottom Line: Here is a fairly expensive XC bike; but no more than carbon frame equivalent bikes. The frame is strong and stiff but not class leading. The bike is sensibly light. Riding the full XT equipped bike, the response to pedal input lacked a good degree of responsiveness suggesting Intense had not achieved a really rigid frame and rear triangle set up. The suspension works well set up for correct rider weights (etc) but was no better than good. The bike can be set up for a great fit with stem, bars, seat post etc - but misses the mark by a full notch in terms of BB stiffness and those liking a strong downtube feel. Those contemplating a purchase are advised to take a comprehensive test ride.
Favorite Trail: All X-country riding terrain
Duration Product Used: Tested or demo'ed only
Purchased At: Intense Demo Days in
Similar Products Used: Santa Cruz BLUR, Giant Anthem, Marin Quad, Specialized, Cannondale, Fuji, GT
Bike Setup: Tried full XT version and a Shimano SLX drivetrain, XT wheels, Kenda tires, mostly Titec hardware, XTR shifters
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