Submitted by
animated
a Weekend Warrior
from Imperial Beach, CA
Date Reviewed: August 16, 2010
Strengths: Only 50miles ridden on it. Excellent condition. pretty much brand NEW. Strength... what everyone already has said.
Weaknesses: so far, nothing!!!
even the color is prefect. :)
Bottom Line:
I guess everyone dog has his day :)
Trek makes a great bike sure its not the worlds best but for what i paid... Its tops in my book. It truly is a quality product. Happy trials!
Similar Products Used: trek 730 hybrid. bought for $50 w/2 brand new inner-tubes and its just about new as well.
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Submitted by
breezelife7
a Weekend Warrior
from Glenmoore pa
Date Reviewed: April 30, 2010
Strengths: I've punished this beginner bike, and road well with super expensive hard and softtail riders.
Weaknesses: Hard to find disc brake conversion
Bottom Line:
I have a 2003 trek 4900 Alpha. I can't get rid of the bike in order to upgrade because it was a gift from a very special person. I just need to know if it is possible to upgrade to disc brakes??? I have the obvious mounts on the front fork, but I am not sure if the holes on the frame in the rear are disc brake mounts? Can someone please help me.
Submitted by
TrekMod
a Weekend Warrior
from Atlanta, GA, USA
Date Reviewed: July 30, 2009
Strengths: It's a Trek. Stands up to abuse.
Weaknesses: Heavy, seat is awful, been replaced. People say this bike climbs well, I'm not so sure. If I'm up off the pedals the rear tire tends to wash out and if I'm sitting back on the seat it's all I can do to keep the front tire from pulling up off the ground.
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I'm planning on modifying this bike to be as light as possible, but I don't know if the frame is light enough to even bother. I'm planning on replacing stem, handlebars, crank, seatpost, wheels and fork to start with. Are these mods worth the price or will I just end up with high end components on a frame that is never going to be XC light weight worthy?
I bought this bike about two years ago and have been pretty happy with it. Everything about its been ok except,wanting to upgrade some stuff. I don't like how the front derailleur is attached with this weird bracket thing..to remove it you either have to use a hacksaw or break the chain.. I got a bit of rust on the J1 shocks around the chromed part of the tubes.. I did keep you bike out in the air though but, under a roof to cover from elements.. guess its better to store inside if you have space.. maybe put some lube on those parts.. Other than that such a great starter bike..but its left me wanting something with nicer components or just more solid feel...I think this bike has turned me into a bike snob..
Similar Products Used: none..this is the best bike I've ever had.. had a mongoose chromeolly as a kid that was decent..
Bike Setup: all stock components...Id like to buy a few upgrades but Im freaking out of fun money..Id also rather be in the market for a new bike with larger frame..Im feeling I bought this one a bit small for me..it 16" size
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Submitted by
Amy Krienbuhl
a Cross Country Rider
from North Tonawanda, NY USA
Date Reviewed: January 27, 2007
Strengths: Components work fluently togetrher. Strong Frame! Quality entry level trail bike.
Weaknesses: Heavy J1 fork. I switched to a Rock Shox Reba Race fork.
Bottom Line:
This is a great bike! I have yet to have a problem with it. I ride on a daily basis. As I porgressed, i added components to suit my riding style. If you are looking for a bike to get started with, this is a great choice to experiment with. It comes with great breaking, smooth shifting, agressive trail tires, and a great feel to ride with. The only regret I have is not buying a full suspension bike seeing how I took to the sport. But this bike has treated me well, and I love it!
Bike Setup: Trek 4900 frame. '05 Reba Race fork. Veulta Starlite Wheelset. Shimano PD-M647 pedals. Club roost GO FAST riser bars. SIC stem. Chris King headset. Avid Speed-dial brake levers.
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Submitted by
Humberto Freire
a Cross Country Rider
from Charlottetown,PEI,Canada
Date Reviewed: November 30, 2006
Strengths: Solid Frame,simple geometry, you know the one that just keeps on well just keeps on!! and on and on!!
Weaknesses: crap Sadle,Ouch! on the B-Hind.
Bottom Line:
Well here I am again a few years later, go figure hey! Solid bike and if you look after it just keep it lubed and clean after the mud, it's Solid ! very good value !crap sadle. I insist Please Trek and Company,the sadle is like a shoe if it does fit well we the consumer will not buy and wear it ! ge it .Great Value!
Similar Products Used: Gary fisher, Cannondale,Specialized,Giant.etc etc oh and Kona!!
Bike Setup: deore, avid brakes,and Crap Sadle.GOt manitou Blacks on the front end , all of a sudden it becomes this wow factor!oh and a sadle san-Italia leather very sweet indeed.
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Submitted by
Nick Myers
a Weekend Warrior
from Kansas
Date Reviewed: May 2, 2006
Strengths: The Frame is the best componet on the bike. I also have not had to mess with my braking system or my gear system. The derailers are great for the price you pay.
Weaknesses: The Bottom Bracket snapped off its arm when I dropped of a 3 footer and I cranked my nuts hard. I am upgrading to an ISIS drive instead of that crappy square taper. The only other weakness I have noticed is the front fork. Although it has held up pretty well on me, it is very heavy and seems to not have any damper at all.
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This is a great bike for the money. I have used and abused this bike and it keeps going strong. The 4 years that I have had this bike have been great and trouble free. I would recommend Trek any day to anyone. I am in the process of upgrading to a more urban/free ride hardtail but this Trek 4900 will stay with me for a long time.
Similar Products Used: All my friends bikes, Specialized P2, Hardrock, Stumpjumper, Giant STP, Gary Fischer Cake Dlx II,
Bike Setup: Everything is stock except for my new Race Face FR BB, and the new Truvativ Hussefelt cranks I am getting. Oh, throw on some lock on grips, they are great!
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Submitted by
Nitzan Manteka
a Cross Country Rider
from Israel
Date Reviewed: February 14, 2006
Strengths: Strong frame, Very light, good brakes, very balanced
Weaknesses: screws that hold the bar that holds the right pedal comes loose once in a while, seat is really uncomfterable,
Bottom Line:
Very good bike, i can wheelie with it for over an hour, shifts easily, front shocks are strong, strong frame, good for people who want to ride their bike in tough terrain, very light weight, lifetime warrantie.
Submitted by
Rodrigo Gallo
a Cross Country Rider
from San Diego CA
Date Reviewed: January 31, 2004
Strengths: If you are a beginner, much like I was when I bought this bike, you will love it. I've put this bike through a lot of roug rides and a lot of times it's proven to be tougher tan me.
Weaknesses: If you ride hard and frequently replace the pedals and the seat. The shifting is not the best either. The bike is also a bit heavy.
Bottom Line:
Great bike that will give you hours of fun and won't let you down (too many times). If you are a beginner or don't have that much money this is a great bike for you.
Bike Setup: stock except I replaced the pedal for some shimano 646 and i replaced the seat.
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Submitted by
Billy
a Weekend Warrior
from Costa Mesa, CA
Date Reviewed: June 22, 2003
Strengths: Took many good beatings
Weaknesses: Broke the frame coming down Rattlesnake; snapped at the two welds right at the very back of the frame by the back wheel.
Bottom Line:
This bike did well the whole time I had it, until today. Ride around 2-3 times a week, and besides a few popped tires I've never had any trouble. Trying to get Trek to give my a Fisher frame for replacement and just pay the diff. We'll see how it goes.
Bike Setup: Standard, disc brakes, Rock Shox Judy on the front.
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Frank Tilghman
a Weekend Warrior
from Towson, Maryland
Date Reviewed: June 1, 2003
Strengths: Front shocks work well, and I had no problems after 4 hours of riding with the gears or shifting
Weaknesses: I Only been riding it for 1 month / after hours of riding the seat was like riding a skateboard but I my need to develop a riding Butt so they say
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I really like my Trek 4900 they could make a softer seat but overall I would give it a 95% out of 100% because of the seat. If you are looking for a good bike to start with then this is an excellent choice you can grow into this bike
Purchased At: Race Pace Bicycles, Owings Mills Maryland
Similar Products Used: N/A
Bike Setup: Standard out of the box equipment
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Submitted by
Peter Watton
a Weekend Warrior
from Edmonton Alberta Canada
Date Reviewed: May 30, 2003
Strengths: Lightweight, tough. Good quality bike for the price
Weaknesses: I have bent the rear derailer. The crank bearing came loose and I broke a tooth of the rear cog.
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I bought this bike as a one year lease return. Usally I wouldn't buy a used MTB but this was a police bike and it looked brand new. I love the bike, last year I purchased a GT and I was breaking parts. I love this bike. I am not too big of a fan for the Judy C shock, but its way better than my RST on the GT!! I am fairly new to MTBing but ride pretty hard and with a few upgrades this bike will last me a few years!
Submitted by
mike hunt
a Weekend Warrior
from new york
Date Reviewed: March 24, 2003
Strengths: nice strong frame, its light and looks cool
Weaknesses: the rims are cheap, i have had my bike in twice becouse on the spooks came loose and bent the rim.
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buy new rims and tires along w/ shocks, trust me its worth every dime. i didnt like the petals that came with the bike so i put platform on! i would give the bike a 4.5 rating because i think its better that a 4 but not perfect blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah 50 words
Bike Setup: trek 4900, rock shox pslyo xc (very nice) cane creek c-2 head set, vualta downhill rim w/ xt disk hub and avid disks.
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Submitted by
Adirondack Blues
a Cross Country Rider
from Albany, NY, USA
Date Reviewed: March 21, 2003
Strengths: Its a great bike right outta the box- It fits me (I'm 6'3" 215lbs). Decent spec components- not the best, but I rode about 3000 miles last year, and only went through a cassette, a few sets of tires, and a few chains. I couldn't break anything else, although I sure did try my best. Frame and wheels are strong. Judy C is a pretty sweet old-school tech fork. Jones AC tires work great.
Weaknesses: Shifters could be better- when mine break, I'll probably upgrade to Deore or XT. Front der is a little sketchy- you never know if it will shift or not especially in the mud. ProMax brakes are terrible and have a cheap feel- I replaced them with Avids. Stock pedals and saddle should go- I ditched the rat trap pedals for Shimano 959s- I'm still riding the stock saddle, although its threadbare and ripped up a bit. Cranks and chainrings are showing wear after 3000 miles. Rear hub is making noise doesn't turn as smoothly as it used to. Headset could be better.
Bike Setup: 21.5" frame, Shimano 959 pedals, Avid Single Digit 7 brakes, Titec Fat Al 135mm stem, SRAM Cassette, SRAM PC58 chains, Switch between Jones AC and Revolt SS depending on conditions.
Strengths: Well, out of the box this has to be one great deal. The frame is a responsive, sturdy ride, with the ability to take a pounding. On a budget this bike is aa great deal. If you are lloking for a good bike on a budget with similiar components try the Diamondback Topanga with full Deore for about $399 retail. The frame on the diamondback isn't one to jump for but the components are a great deal. Otherwise stick with the 4900.
Weaknesses: The components. There are better bikes out there in this price range with better wheels, cranks, bottom bracket.
Bottom Line:
This is a great bike for the budget. Somewhat worth upgrading for a second bike to go crazy on without braking.
Hey, all!
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