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Fuji Odessa 2003 Hardtail


  • Average Rating: 4.5/5
  • MSRP: $ 299.00
  • # of Reviews: 2

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Overall Rating:4
Value Rating:4
Submitted by Kenneth a Weekend Warrior from Williamsburg, Virginia

Date Reviewed: May 19, 2006

Strengths:    Sharp looking, smooth ride, quality brakes, fork, frame, gears

Weaknesses:    Stock treads are more of a hybrid type, work great for roading around town and off-road for a bit, if you're going to need more traction for intense trails I'd replace the tires. Chain fell of going up hill but it's because I worked the rapid fire shift a bit too fast.

Bottom Line:   
As I mentioned, this bike is top of the line if you are looking for a bike to get you around town, it is light and fast. You can go out on a trail with it but it's not the best bike for an all-day trail ride. Great value.

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Duration Product Used:   Less than 1 month

Price Paid:    $259.00

Purchased At:   Bikesmith of Williamsburg

Similar Products Used:   Nishiki MTB, department store products

Bike Setup:   Stock


Overall Rating:5
Value Rating:5
Submitted by Jordan a Cross Country Rider from Glens Falls, NY, USA

Date Reviewed: July 2, 2003

Strengths:    The bike is a sweet deal if you ride on and off road. It is really light and has decent shimano altus and ritchey components. The paint job is hot. The seat is comfortable. I also like the geometry. Its a good bike if you don't want to spend a lot but want to ride a looker that has quality components. I get complements all the time.

Weaknesses:    Im the kinda guy that likes to do trails. This bike lacks a shock that can handle any off roading. The shock is actually pretty much useless because it has like no travel and is too stiff to soak up any bumps on the road. Also, the Kenda tires are too flat and have no tread for offroading. You get no traction when climbing. My shimano rapid-fire shifters stick sometimes (prolly cause i shift too much) and the promax brakes get weak after some time.

Bottom Line:   
The bike is cool if you don't have a lot of money to spend and you want a good-looking quality bike. It can't handle anything heavy duty, especially offroad. Bottom line, if you want a quality rig to cruise the neighborhood and occasionally ride bike paths and trails, the Fuji Odessa is for you. If you wanna do XC, i'd add some Hayes or Avid hydros, Maxxis ignitors, and a shock that has some decent travel like a XC marzocci bomber or rock shox. I don't really know how many flamin chilis to give it cause it depends on your style so i give it 5. Im out to buy a better bike PEACE.

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Duration Product Used:   6 months

Price Paid:    $300.00

Purchased At:   Cycle Therapy

Similar Products Used:   mongoose and crappy no-name bikes bud

Bike Setup:   stock



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fuji odessa 1.0 vs 2.0

what do u guys think the 2.0 has rapid fire shifters and is about 2 pounds lighter then 1.0 which has grip shifters other wise id say same bike any one own one of these yet? heres   Read More »

Midland/Odessa Trails???

I am in Midland for business and looking for some singletrack within a two hour drive for July 14-15. I would appreciate any local suggestions:thumbsup: . Thanks   Read More »

Fuji Odessa vs Haro Flightline 1 vs Trek 820.

I'm looking to buy my first non walmart bike in the next few weeks. My budget is a little on the low side (around $300), but there are several good bike shops in my area. I've go   Read More »

Anyone from the Midland/Odessa area?

Just wondering if any of you are from out here in West Tx? Me and few buddies have started riding of late... we are always looking for new places and people to ride with. We have   Read More »

Fuji Odessa!

Was helping a buddy move and saw this sad ugly beast laying in the backyard rusting away. He's like....you want it? Free bike! [IMG]http://img713.imageshack.us/img713/4159/20   Read More »

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