Submitted by
psi2rd
a Weekend Warrior
from milwaukee Date Reviewed: September 7, 2009
Favorite Trail:
Alpha trail because it is close
Duration Product Used:
More than 3 years
Price Paid:
$100.00
Purchased At:
From private seller
Strengths:
Great Frame
Weaknesses:
Pedals, Seat, Factory Tires Are Not Fun On Any Paved Area For More Then A Few Miles
Similar Products Used:
Speicalized Rockhopper
Bike Setup:
New Pedals, Gel Seat, New Tires
Bottom Line:
I have beat and beat and beat this bike. I don't care what I do to it, I try to break it it just takes it. Had to straighten the rims a few times now they don't get perfect anymore. Previous owner did not take care of so I had to work on it for a bit but it has been great since that was done.
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Submitted by
Robbo
a
from LaCrosse, WI, USA Date Reviewed: October 28, 2003
Favorite Trail:
My custom 30 acre back yard
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Purchased At:
Used from friend
Strengths:
Excellent shape for hill climbing, Rims are okay, takes turns very well.
Weaknesses:
Man, that front derailleur sucks! It sticks and makes noises, and I had to replace the seat and fork, to avoid dying of discomfort. And it could stand to be a little lighter, though all bikes really could, couldn't they?
Similar Products Used:
TREK stuff, SCHWINN, CANNONADE
Bike Setup:
All Stock, except for seat and front fork. (Repalced with a Manitou Answer adjustable shock that works really great for me.)
Bottom Line:
Obviously, nothing like a good Cannonade, but c'mon, you're paying like 500 bucks, here! (And mine was FREE!) Rides tight, has been abused and un-maintained for a long time without consequences. I take pleasure in outdoing anything you can find at a department store or schwinn dealership. Some components are not the greatest on this bike, but like I said, it's proved itself a very worthy bike for the semi-serious street and offroad biker. Just a really nice all around bike, comparable to something in the $800 range. NOT FOR A SERIOUS OFF ROAD RACER!!!
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Submitted by
Patrick McLaren
a Weekend Warrior
from Neenah,WI Date Reviewed: October 1, 2003
Duration Product Used:
More than 3 years
Price Paid:
$500.00
Purchased At:
Neenah Bike and Fitness
Strengths:
Great Bike for your value. The best $500 dollar bike out there. It's extremley durable and performs like an expensive bike. I love the frame with a long top tube for a more aggressive position. Came with a nice set of tires and decent components.
Weaknesses:
The stock seat was terrible. The fork is a little on the cheap side, it doesn't have much travel.I replaced the pedals too.
Similar Products Used:
Trek 6000/4900/4500 Schwinn Mesa
Bottom Line:
Overall it is the best bike I've ever owned for value and durablity. It is a very comfotable ride and is great for anyone who isn't too serious about biking but likes to hit the trails on the weekends. I wouldn't buy this bike if you do a lot of competitive racing unless you plan on putting more money into it.
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Submitted by
Eric
a Weekend Warrior
from Mount Airy Date Reviewed: July 18, 2002
Duration Product Used:
More than 3 years
Price Paid:
$550.00
Weaknesses:
The only thing I can complain about is the looks. A little to plain for my taste.
Similar Products Used:
Trek 6000 and a modified Gary Fisher Gitchee-Gumee
Bottom Line:
Excellent all-round bike. I use it all the time and constantly out-race and out-do my friends Treks and Schwinns. It has great brakes and is easy to ride fast turns. Lightweight for big air. It is an excellent over-all weekend warrior bike.
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Submitted by
Robert Stephens
a
from Alresford Date Reviewed: May 12, 2002
Duration Product Used:
2 Years
Price Paid:
$600.00
Purchased At:
Some shop in Cape Town, South Africa
Strengths:
I have hardly maintained this bike at all and it still works perfectly. I changed the forks to Marzocchi Z3 airs and it handles very well. Very good buy for the money.
Weaknesses:
Get different pedals.
Similar Products Used:
First proper MTB.
Bike Setup:
Same as stock but with Z3 airs and DMR V8's
Bottom Line:
Absolutely brilliant for low maintenance and is very light and well specced for it's price. Very good for gradual upgrading if you want to.
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Submitted by
Jimmy Max
a Weekend Warrior
from Binghamton NY Date Reviewed: March 17, 2002
Favorite Trail:
any and most
Duration Product Used:
More than 3 years
Price Paid:
$500.00
Purchased At:
Teds Bike shop
Strengths:
price,frame,most other components
Weaknesses:
chain broke during first week, since then ive had troubles with drivetrain. replaced rear derailleur once. seat is hard, but functional. shocks are great for starters, but the longer you ride, the more you want to upgrade.
Similar Products Used:
this was my first "real" mtb after riding a mongoose rigid.
Bike Setup:
Mostly stock except for: lx deore rear derailleur, scott clipless pedals, bar ends.
Bottom Line:
I got this bike to do what it was meant to do. its a great bike if you think you want to do some serious riding, but also need something to ride to class or around town. i do more trail riding now. after 3 years, i finally want to upgrade the shocks to something like marzocchi z2 atoms. would love a new seat. the biggest problems ive had with this bike have to do with the drive train. i dont know what the hell im doing, but the drive keeps skipping under torque. replacing the rear derailleur and the dropout worked for a little while, but its back. ive had it in the shop several times, but i would like to work on it myself, so if you have any pointers, drop me an email. five chilis all around cuz this bike gives me the urge to ride.
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Submitted by
Dave
a Weekend Warrior
from Indiana Date Reviewed: January 31, 2002
Duration Product Used:
2 Years
Price Paid:
$375.00
Purchased At:
LBS
Strengths:
Geometry, ergonomics, value.
Weaknesses:
At this price? None.
Bottom Line:
I'm 5'5", and this is one of the few bikes I have truly felt comfortable on. With the small frame, the layout is just right for me...top tube length us spot-on. For the price, this bike's component level cannot be beaten, even if the Jett fork leaves much to be desired. The attention to detail that Fisher is known for really shines through on this bike.
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Submitted by
Matt
a Weekend Warrior
from Minnesota Date Reviewed: October 30, 2001
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$350.00
Purchased At:
Local Bike Shop
Strengths:
Solid frame geometry, great all-around bike, great componentry, Tires and rims are excellent
Weaknesses:
Everyone complains about the seat but I dont use it a whole lot.
Similar Products Used:
I had an old Schwinn Frontier and a Fisher BMX bike that I traded in to get the Tassajara
Bike Setup:
Stock from factory
Bottom Line:
I found this bike to be an xcellent trail cruiser and it also rides decent on the road, except for the knobby velociraptor tires. I ride many local trails in the metro and it can easily handle everything I can possibly throw at it. It rides smooth and responsive through Murphy-Hanrehan in Savage, a very fast rollercoaster-like ride. It climbs well, the tires have more grip than I can ever use. This bike is the perfect bike for a beginning to moderate rider.
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Submitted by
Stuart Elvins
a Weekend Warrior
from UK Date Reviewed: October 22, 2001
Duration Product Used:
2 Years
Price Paid:
$400.00
Purchased At:
Mountain Mania
Strengths:
Great value, comfortable and pretty much bullet-proff reliability
Weaknesses:
Original Velocaraptor tyres are rubbish where I ride. Anything remotely sharp within a mile radius and they hole. Changed to Panaracers and no problems
Seems vrey prone to chain suck and throwing the chain when shifting down to teh granny ring
Bike Setup:
Stock except for Panaracer XC Pro rubber
Bottom Line:
All round godd bike. I've ridden all year, in the dry, in ankle deep mud and aprt from teh puncture problem it's never let me down.
Reccommend in to anyone
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Submitted by
Jake
a Cross Country Rider
from Atascadero, California, U.S.A. Date Reviewed: May 26, 2001
Favorite Trail:
Loft
Duration Product Used:
Tested or demo'ed only
Price Paid:
$419.00
Purchased At:
A bike salesman I know cut me a deal.
Bottom Line:
This bike a good bike for beginning XC riders who don't know if they want to ride alot. If a rider does decide to ride alot you can easily upgrade this bike. If you are some hardcore XC guy you don't need me to tell you this bike isn't for you. If you are some kid who doesn't know what you want to do you should try it out. It is a fun bike for trails around Atascadero.
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Submitted by
Zed
a Cross Country Rider
from Trollhättan Sweden Date Reviewed: May 11, 2001
Favorite Trail:
Slussarna
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$800.00
Purchased At:
Sportex
Strengths:
Good frame Pretty nice shocks good tires
Weaknesses:
Lack of Genesis
Similar Products Used:
GF Marlin Crescent Oden Specialized Rockhopper
Bike Setup:
stock
Bottom Line:
Very good bike, have already had 2 of them (my first got stolen) and i only have positive things to say, very good feeling in the equipment and also very good equipment for the $$$..... The bike is meant for the more advanced users. Shocks are a bit hard and so is the seat but overall this is the best buy in the class!! GO FISHER
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Submitted by
Garrett Amadon
a Weekend Warrior
from New Braunfels, Texas Date Reviewed: February 1, 2001
Favorite Trail:
700 Acres
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$500.00
Purchased At:
Bike World, San Antonio
Strengths:
Strong frame, very comfortable geometry, looks great.
Weaknesses:
Drive train & front fork needs upgrading. Bike also has very hard seat.
Similar Products Used:
Trek
Bike Setup:
Stock except for: XT rear, sram chain, seat & post, clips Time ATAC pedels (the only clips to buy). Want Rock Shox SID front suspention fork w/ xt 8" disc brake.
Bottom Line:
All around, a super bike. I've been riding more and more, and enjoy the Tassajara. Great value. Very responsive bike. If you want an excuse for an upgrade, ride in the mud. I snapped the rear deraileur clean of my bike, warped my rear skewer, ruined my chain when I bent the inner ring on my crank. With stock tires, bike picks up to much mud. With the upgrade I love it.
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Submitted by
Kevin
a Weekend Warrior
from Lexington Date Reviewed: January 8, 2001
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$400.00
Purchased At:
Vicious Cycle
Strengths:
Tough frame, LX rear derailleur
Weaknesses:
low end components, and jett front fork
Bike Setup:
Stock except: crowbars, LX brake levers, saddle, kooka seat post, added Salsa brake booster in rear, Kona stem, Kona project 2 rigid fork, Mavic 221 rims, Agato trials specific tires, and customized front chain rings to use top ring as a bash ring.
Bottom Line:
Bike is perfect for beginner. Low end components are the only down fall. I road this bike stock for a while, had no major problems. Had to true wheels several times. The brakes are probably the best of the low end components that you get. I bought this as a begginer rider, lately I've turned it in to a stock trials bike and I'm still using the same brakes. Will diffently have to up-grade brakes as I become a better trials rider. Bottom line; Perfect for biginners, frame is extremely strong.
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Submitted by
Russ
a Cross Country Rider
from Redmond, OR, USA Date Reviewed: January 2, 2001
Favorite Trail:
Phil's Trail
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$475.00
Strengths:
Great paint, tough frame
Weaknesses:
Hard Seat, unresponsive front derailleur, tires
Similar Products Used:
None
Bike Setup:
Stock except for new seat and back tire
Bottom Line:
I have run this bike over 400 miles on tough Central Oregon trails and it hasn't let me down. The fork is in need of upgrade as well as the front derailleur and maybe a suspension seatpost. This is my second mountain bike and I would recommend it to any beginner rider. It had been a value for the money. Some simple upgrades makes this bike truly enjoyable without breaking the bank.
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Submitted by
Chris G
a Weekend Warrior
from Blacksburg, VA Date Reviewed: December 15, 2000
Favorite Trail:
Brush Mountain
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$480.00
Purchased At:
Bike Line in Delaware
Strengths:
Frame. Paint looks great. Good deal for the price. Deraillers, shifters, brakes, and levers have held up well. Component spec seems pretty good for the price.
Weaknesses:
Cranks, chain, fork, rims.
Similar Products Used:
Demo'ed a lower end Fisher.
Bike Setup:
Stock with these changes: Recently replaced crank with a Sugino 700x that I got cheap. XT front derailler. SRAM PC-48 chain. Welgo SPDs and BMX flats. Bontrager bar-ends. Switched seat and post out with a Velo seat off a cheaper Fisher, black seat post looks much nicer than the stock silver.
Bottom Line:
I've had the bike for under a year (got it for Christmas last year). It has been kept lubed and clean. Didn't really expect to be riding it off rode so much. I try to ride it on the weekends as much as possible, as well as riding it to class ocasionally and attempts at urban assualt. Recently I had to replace the crank set after I discovered the Acera crank was too worn to accept a new chain. The chain broke and wore quickly. The Acera chainrings are one piece and can not be replaced individually. They showed a lot of wear in what didn't seem like a whole lot of riding. I anticipate having to replace at least the rear wheel soon. The Weinman rims are not very sturdy. The rear wheel has had to be re-trued several times and has a permanant dent/bend and lots of wear on the rim. Front wheel has stayed true. Front and rear rims have an uneven seam that I had to sand down but still causes a slight jump in braking. The Jett fork is pretty inadaquate for off-road riding, and I plan on replacing it soon. It has little travel and doesn't do much on rocky desents or stairs. Acera front derailler limits you to a 42T chainring. I probably should replace the brake pads and rear tire soon. The bike is a great deal, but some of the lower end components don't stand up to abuse. If you actually ride this bike off road expect to replace some components within a year.
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Submitted by
Ken Mayes
a Downhiller
from Clinton, Ut, USA Date Reviewed: November 4, 2000
Favorite Trail:
Devo Downhill (deer valley, ut)
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Strengths:
Good frame
Weaknesses:
cheap components and fork
Bottom Line:
Get rid of the fork, tires, rims, brakes, seat, frt derailleur, and handlebar, replace with a Zoke z1 bam, hayes 8" discs (I made a rear mount), good rubber, azonic parts, and you have a good ride that takes about any kind of beating. Good welds. I give it 3 chilis just because the frame rocks. Long top tube. throw away the rest.
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Submitted by
Jerry Bowden
a Weekend Warrior
from Dover, AR, USA Date Reviewed: October 26, 2000
Favorite Trail:
any
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Purchased At:
won in a drawing
Strengths:
excelent feel for on and off road. excelent for climbing, puts the power to the ground. very clean lines.
this is a great bike for the price (even though I got it for free). I had a shop localy for 6 years and have ridden alot of bikes. The Tassajarra has a great all around feel. You could ride it to class or down the roughest terrain. The wheels could be better along with a few other things mentioned above, but thats what more expensive models are for. I dont think you could get more bang for your buck anywhere else. I would suggest this bike to anybody looking for a low end competition or a ride around town bike. If you make a few minor modifications either way you can get a great bike and not feel like you wish you would have gotten the next model up so you could add this or that. GREAT BIKE !!!!!
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Submitted by
Oliver Youst
a Weekend Warrior
from Watertown, NY Date Reviewed: September 29, 2000
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$490.00
Purchased At:
Syracuse NY
Strengths:
Price, smoothe ride, and looks. The feel is comfortable and the brakes are responsive.
Weaknesses:
The seat. The front gear deraillure. I believe this is truely the only weakness in the bike.
Similar Products Used:
none
Bottom Line:
This is a great product and I wouldn't hesitate to buy it or one of the higher end models if I had to do so again. I love this bike. I think it is a great deal for the money. This is my first mountain bike and the only bike I have purchaced in my life. I may be just over impressed by the quality of any modern bike but I really like it. I ride it on rocky bolder strewn terrain and down dried up river beds and it has no problems. For a beginner like me, I wouldn't hesitate to recommend it to anyone.
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Submitted by
Kevan Parker
a Weekend Warrior
from Cleveland, TN Date Reviewed: March 6, 2000
Favorite Trail:
Iron Mountain
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Strengths:
Entry price, good base for easy upgrades
Weaknesses:
Too many different low end components (what do you expect for that price?)
Similar Products Used:
First MTB
Bike Setup:
Deore LX front and rear, WTB Velociraptors, Bontrager rims, Acera cranks, Manitou Magnum, etc.
Bottom Line:
I needed to get into MTB without getting kicked out of the house!!! Did I get everything I wanted in the same bike? No, but now I can upgrade a little at a time without financing a divorce at the same time. Suspension seatpost is next. Great fun to learn to ride and wreck without having a coronary worrying about busting the bike. I have already recommended the bike to two friends looking to buy and would recommend it to anyone as an entry bike. By the way...the west is not the only place with great trails...come see us in Tennessee!!!
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Submitted by
Corey
a Cross Country Rider
from Spartanburg Date Reviewed: March 6, 2000
Favorite Trail:
Tour de Dump, South Side
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Strengths:
Good aluminum frame. Good rear derailure, and pretty good handlebars. Tires.
Weaknesses:
The weight is the main thing, and also I had to get a new rear rim. The shocks are AWFUL!!
Similar Products Used:
Schwinn mesa.
Bike Setup:
Michelin tires, titec hell bent riser bars. everything else stock except the rim.
Bottom Line:
It is a great beginner's bike. Not good for a racer or too fast of a rider. It weighs a lot!! It is a good bike for the money, but I am going to get a either a Trek 8000 or a Gary fisher Sugar 3. It is a very nice dependable bike, and definetly worth buying for a person just getting into mountain biking. I have had it a year, and no major damages or breaks. Works and runs great!!
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Submitted by
Bob
a Weekend Warrior
from Franklin, TN, USA Date Reviewed: January 16, 2000
Favorite Trail:
any
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Strengths:
A great bike for the price. Definitely a step up from last year's model.
Weaknesses:
Tubes
Similar Products Used:
none
Bike Setup:
stock except the seat
Bottom Line:
This bike is awesome. I was on the fence when I bought it, but I am so glad I picked this one. I am a big guy and this bike handles me great. Great front shock, shifters, wheels and tires.
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Submitted by
Stew Monkenheimer
a Cross Country Rider
from california, USA Date Reviewed: January 15, 2000
Favorite Trail:
the Happy Trail
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Strengths:
Strong Genisis geometry frame, LX rear derauiller, plush fork, rapid fire shifters, riser bar, good price, nice, grippy WTB tires, phat serfas grips.
Weaknesses:
had to change out elastomers/springs becasue I was too light, no option or trade in given. Low end front derailuer, single wall rims.
excellent bike for the money, weaknesses are minor when compared to overall value. Genisis geometry and short chainstays puts more weight over rear wheel giving better traction when climbing. I plan on riding the bike until the stock components break and then upgrade. riser bar is an added bonus that gives more control plus a wider arm stance allowing for freer breathing- a nice touch, often overlooked by many bike companies offering bicycles in the same price range. buy it-you won't regret it-thats the bottom line cause stew said so.
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Submitted by
NPB
a Cross-Country Rider
from Redding, CT Date Reviewed: December 18, 1999
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Strengths:
Bang for the Buck Paint Job Durability
Weaknesses:
Fork
Bike Setup:
I urgraded mine with a: XT front Derailleur STX RC crank Sun rear rim (bent the other) Icon Pro. Clipless pedals Fisher Fish-Stix Bar ends XT chain
Bottom Line:
A super great bike that is unbelievably tough. I ride it almost everyday and still preforms well. Great Deal for the money. I had to take off that crappy front Derailleur setup and put an XT. Also bent the rear rim so replaced too. But overall a great super-durable bike! The only flaw is the fork-think about an upgrade cause there is really no travel. Great Work Fisher!
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Submitted by
Jay Boucher
a Weekend Warrior
from Hoboken, NJ Date Reviewed: December 15, 1999
Favorite Trail:
GW bridge
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Strengths:
Looks GREAT in silver, geometry, components, moderate weight, SureFire shifter
Weaknesses:
threadless headset, front derailler
Similar Products Used:
GT, Specialized
Bike Setup:
Stock w/ Manitou Magnum shock, Specialized seat
Bottom Line:
I finally bought this bike after reading all these reviews and riding a bunch of other bikes. I couldn't be happier at the price. It's a tight bike with a comfortable steering angle and balanced weight distribution. It's a good, moderate weight and is very jumpable. It's sooo beautiful in silver. The only problem is the front derailer sometimes doesn't catch correctly. and I don't know anything about the stock seat because it was so hard that I had it replaced before I left the store. An overall great ride for the $$$ and I'm looking forward to many years of riding.
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Submitted by
Scott Hotaling
a Racer
from Cullowhee, NC Date Reviewed: October 7, 1999
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Bottom Line:
This is a really good bike for less than $500. I really enjoy this bike and even though it doesn't have SIDS like some of you want it has plenty suspension for me.
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Submitted by
Scott Hotaling
a Racer
from Cullowhee, NC Date Reviewed: October 7, 1999
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Strengths:
Lightweight, steering, WTB primal raptor, good shifter and deraillur.
Weaknesses:
none
Bottom Line:
Great bike under $500.
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Submitted by
Fuce
a Cross-Country Rider
from Norwood, MA Date Reviewed: September 30, 1999
Favorite Trail:
Blue Hills
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Strengths:
Great frame. Good hill climbing. Bang for Buck.
Weaknesses:
Forks. Front derailler. Seat.
Similar Products Used:
Giant rincon
Bike Setup:
Stock frame and fork. Suspension seat post. riser bars Sun Rhyno Lites WTB velociraptors. Serfas gel seat.
Bottom Line:
Lotta fun for thrashing in mud, dirt, sand, uphill, downhill, road, and living room. Worth every penny.
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Submitted by
Andrew
a Cross-Country Rider
from Milton, Mass Date Reviewed: September 22, 1999
Favorite Trail:
Wolcott path
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Strengths:
definetly a good climbing bike, somewhat heavy frame but quality drivetrain. it is very durable and comes with a lot of good components, very good price same price as a rigid cannondale atb.
Weaknesses:
You definetly need a new stem and get clipless pedals, the suspension on this bike is very firm but for the money you pay is still a good value
Similar Products Used:
Schwinn Moab, Cannondale F50o and M400, Gt timberline
Bottom Line:
Great bike for the money
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Submitted by
Jim Franklin
a Weekend Warrior
from Valrico Fl. Date Reviewed: September 10, 1999
Favorite Trail:
Crooms/ Santos
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Strengths:
2000 model - value for the money; Genesis Geometry
Weaknesses:
experienced flat first time out; seat is hard; begging to lose some weight.
Similar Products Used:
I purchased bike based on opinion of bike mechanic. No major new bike comparisons.
Bottom Line:
I love the bike. Well worth the money. Great enrty level bike that is fine if left stock, but really begs to be upgraded. Simple weight saving upgrades like bottom bracket and seat post have made the long rides better. The Genesis Geometry has put me at the top of some climbs that much more expericenced riders with $1000 bikes spun out on. I will ride and upgrade this bike until I can't take it anymore and I have to get some of the sweet stuff ------ Sugar.
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Submitted by
A. Rankin
a Cross-Country Rider
from Concord, NC Date Reviewed: September 10, 1999
Favorite Trail:
Beech Mtn. (Poplar Trails)
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Strengths:
Great Rapid Fire Shifters Mantou Front Shocks Weight is very good for a $500 Bike Shimano Brakes and Rear Derailer work great VelicoRapter Tires
Weaknesses:
Seat Is The Worst Ever. Replaced immediately with Specialized Seat. Tubes a very weak especially for big guys . I had two blow outs in a week.
Similar Products Used:
Trek Police Bike Cannondale Joshua F2
Bottom Line:
I am a Supervisor for the Concord Police Dept. We just purchased 4 Gary Fisher Tassajara's for our second bike team. ( I also bought one for myself) These bikes are put through all types of terrain and conditions. We have been on patrol with the Gary Fisher's for three months now and other than replacing all of the factory seats and four tubes so far we have had no problems with the bikes. A great bike for around $500.00 We have the year 2000 bikes that are grey/black.
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Submitted by
Ryan Lockwood
a Cross-Country Rider
from Doylestown, PA Date Reviewed: September 7, 1999
Favorite Trail:
The Dank Trails
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Strengths:
Best bike in this price range, Awesome suspension (76 mm of travel), weights decents and the geometry kicks. Very nimble, lots of control!
Weaknesses:
Front Derailler Jams up and the Grips suck.
Similar Products Used:
Trek 6000, GT Rebound, Shwinn Mesa GSX
Bike Setup:
2000 model Stock except for the following upgrades: Shimano M-636 Clipless Pedals, Titek KTI DH Saddle, Bontrager stem and barends, and a XT front derailler
Bottom Line:
I researched for a month, this is the best bike in this price range, EXCELLENT! I love the handling, its great for whatever you throw at it and the Genesis Geometry can't be beat. If I had to rate the 2000 model bikes in this price range it would go: GT Rebound Shwinn Mesa GSX Trek 6000 Gary Fisher Tassajara
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Submitted by
Michel Marchand
a Weekend Warrior
from Toronto Ontario Date Reviewed: September 6, 1999
Favorite Trail:
Mont-ste-Anne
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Bottom Line:
This bick Rules recommend it to everyone
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Submitted by
wesley young
a Weekend Warrior
from dallas, tx Date Reviewed: September 6, 1999
Favorite Trail:
barton springs, austin
Duration Product Used:
less than 1 month
Strengths:
monitou magnum fork bontrager double rims brakes geometry
Weaknesses:
weight tubes seat
Similar Products Used:
Specialized Hardrock FS A1 Raleigh M80 Trek 930
Bike Setup:
Stock 2000 Tassajara--same as 1999 but w/monitou magnam fork, bontrager rims, aluminum pedals color scheme: silver/black I paid $550 for the 2000 for the extras even though it was only $450 for the 1999. I think it is worth it.
Bottom Line:
Although the bike feels heavy to pick up, it rides pretty light due to the geometry -- short handle bar stem and seat sits further back over wheel. This gives better control up front and more power is translated to the back wheel for great climbing power. The magnum fork has 76mm of travel and felt significantly better than RS Jett C's. Acera front deraileurs gave some trouble in the parking lot, but never used it on the trail; rear LX's shift lightning quick. Stock tubes are really thin and got 2 flats riding through a field with stickers. Lower end tire pressure seems to work better with this bike. Seat is hard to sit on but not bad to ride on, if that makes sense. Overall, a great handling bike with lots of good parts (except the little used front derailer) that should last. The Gary Fisher has a geometry different from the other $500 bikes and the 2000 model has better parts. Definitely worth it.
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Submitted by
Eric Cuillerier
a Weekend Warrior
from Ottawa Ontario Canada Date Reviewed: August 25, 1999
Favorite Trail:
Rivière Nansen Mont-Tremblant
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Strengths:
Good stearing, handlebar, rear derailleur and shifters.
Weaknesses:
The shocks are a little bit stiff. It comes with the Rock Shox Jett c (only 45mm) I upgraded to the jett t2(about 70mm) Tne seat is hard like a rock, have to replace it.
Similar Products Used:
None
Bottom Line:
Good overall bike. Not to heavy (only 29 lbs with shock) Good for the price 850$ canadian recommand this bike to everyone
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Darren
a Weekend Warrior
from Leavenworth, KS Date Reviewed: August 14, 1999
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Strengths:
Great looking bike, but most importantly, it's the most overall bang for your buck for a bike in the $499 range. Better components than all other competitors in that range, and even some in the $550-$600 range. Accellerates fast, climbs great, stops on a dime. Removable RDH.
Weaknesses:
Ridiculously hard WTB seat. Low end Weinmann 519 rims.
Similar Products Used:
GT Agressor Specialized Rock Hopper Diamondback Topanga Giant Iguana
Bike Setup:
Gary Fisher Tassajara Rock Shox Jett C - 45mm
Bottom Line:
This is without a doubt, the best sub $500 bike on the market. All components exceed other bikes. Wish it had T2s and better rims, but there goes the sub $500 market. I absolutely love the feel of this bike on all surfaces. The WTB Primal Raptor tires are superb on any surface. This is an all around nimble and well designed bike which stands out from the crowd when used in the arena it was meant for. Don't want to jump up to $800 or$1000 yet? This is the next best thing.
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Submitted by
Robert Woodward
a Weekend Warrior
from Chico, CA Date Reviewed: August 14, 1999
Favorite Trail:
undetermined
Duration Product Used:
less than 1 month
Strengths:
Good value Decent derailleurs & shifters Not too heavy
Tassajara w/ Rock Shox Jett-C, LX rear derailleur, Acera crank and front derailleurs
Bottom Line:
I have not yet tried this bike on a rigorous trail, but on the street and light trails, so far, so good. This is my frist aluminum frame, and it was a little stiff at first unitl I noticed that the tires were overinflated. It is still stiff, but much more reasonable now. I have had no trouble with the front derailleur. At $469, it was the best for the money. The Giant was a close second, but the components were slightly better on the Fisher. I'll start out giving it 5 flaming things, but will post another review if my opinion changes.
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David
a Cross-Country Rider
from Tampa, Florida Date Reviewed: August 3, 1999
Favorite Trail:
Balm Boyette
Duration Product Used:
less than 1 month
Strengths:
Decent Rear derailer Relativly light for the money
Weaknesses:
Crappy front derailer(upgraged already) Crappy fork(Jett C) Crappy Crank(upgraded already)
Similar Products Used:
Schwinn Mesa
Bike Setup:
Tassajara LX Rear,LX Front,LX Crank Fork Jett C
Bottom Line:
This is an ok beginner bike. I wish that I had spent some more money and moved up a bike or two. The Seat that came with the bike came apart in less then a week . The bike feels light incomparision to my last bike. It accelerates well and I can top it out on flat ground at about 29mph. Before buying this bike consider looking at more expensive bikes if you plan on upgrading. I will give it 4 stars, because of the crappy factory components and the problem with the seat. Overall you get what you payed for a 500$ bike. It did have some nicer components then others in it's price range.
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Submitted by
Aqua-Man
a Weekend Warrior
from Huntsville, AL Date Reviewed: July 26, 1999
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Strengths:
Shimano parts except for the brakes.
Weaknesses:
Just about everything else.
Similar Products Used:
Trek 830AL Trek 6000 Specialized Rock Hopper
Bike Setup:
New rear wheel, seat, stem, and tubes.
Bottom Line:
The only thing that I haven't had problems with on this bike is the drivetrain. Before I made the purchase, I checked the spec's at Fisher's web site. They listed the fork as being a Jett C with 72mm of travel. The local bike shop had apperently read the same lie. It wasn't until after I bought the thing that I found out the Jett C's are only 45mm. Now that doesn't mean they're bad shocks, but I want to know what I'm paying for. Fisher could'nt even get the manual right. The one they included with the bike was for Judy's. The only customer service # I could find in the bike manual had been disconecting, so I emailed them. Three days later I get a smart mouthed reply that basicly said Too bad, sucker. Then, the first day I took it off road, I bent the rear wheel when the cheesy tube blew. Fisher put lightweight 1.5's in the Primal Raptor 47/52's. That, combined with the weak wheels, is nothing but trouble. With what I had to spend on a new rear wheel and a seat that isn't as hard as a brick, I could have gotten the Trek 6000 and had a much better bike.
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Submitted by
Rebecca Lee Lang Looi
a Weekend Warrior
from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Date Reviewed: July 23, 1999
Favorite Trail:
Tasik Biru
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Strengths:
Value for money, good recreational bike, hardy frame.
Weaknesses:
Heavy
Similar Products Used:
Merlin Titanium
Bike Setup:
STX parts, Indy C shocks.
Bottom Line:
It was worth every cent that I paid for it. A good bike for those who are starting to ride seriously as one can thrash around with it. However, it's sheer wieght makes climbing pretty difficult but consolation is downhills are much faster then due to the momentum the weight brings with it. I will give it a 4 HOT chillies as it had been with me through the most difficult & painful rides ever....
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Submitted by
gravelgriper
a Cross-Country Rider
from Bloomington , MN Date Reviewed: July 20, 1999
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Strengths:
Still think it is a good bike. Have ridden over 300 miles.
Weaknesses:
Rims, I bent my rear rim yesterday. I was not even doing anything very extreme. I have to replace it, and a new one is only $16.00. Now it is time to upgrade to a more durable rim.
Bike Setup:
original until now.
Bottom Line:
This bike rocks, for a all purpose machine.
Overall Rating:
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Joe Abrams
a Cross-Country Rider
from Nashua,NH Date Reviewed: July 16, 1999
Favorite Trail:
Mines Falls Park
Duration Product Used:
less than 1 month
Strengths:
Handling Toughness Ability to tear trails UP!
Weaknesses:
Front Derailer is shady. My Skills.
Bike Setup:
Stock
Bottom Line:
It blazes thru trails and kills downhills. Best bike for $$.
Overall Rating:
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Chris
a Cross-Country Rider
from Anaheim Hills Date Reviewed: July 13, 1999
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Strengths:
Great Frame Lightweight
Weaknesses:
Front Derailleur Fork. Although ok for riding I do.
Similar Products Used:
Specialized Rockhopper
Bottom Line:
A great bike that almost anyone can ride. A few upgrades and you have a competition level bike for pretty cheap
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Shawn
a Weekend Warrior
from Plainsboro, NJ Date Reviewed: July 13, 1999
Favorite Trail:
Any
Duration Product Used:
less than 1 month
Strengths:
Price, Manitou Magna fork, Rear derailleur.
Weaknesses:
Front derailleur (but I haven't tried to adjust it yet), seat is like a rock, wound up walking like a cowboy after riding for a couple of hours.
Stock Y2K Tassajara (the local shop was sold out on the 99's). Manitou Magna fork, Bontrager Rims.
Bottom Line:
This is actually my first mountain bike (I'm an old Freestyle/Street guy), and I am lovin' the bike so far. Did alot of research before buying and this bike seemed the best for me. A little more than I was looking to spend, but well worth the extra $.
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Joe Fisher
a Weekend Warrior
from Staten Island, NY Date Reviewed: July 1, 1999
Favorite Trail:
Woods by my house. Biiiiiiig hills and steep drops.
Duration Product Used:
less than 1 month
Strengths:
Rear deraileur, brakes, paint is sweet, lots of bang for buck.
Weaknesses:
Everyone was right, the front deraileur is kinda stinky. Lots of trouble when rear casette is near the ends. Gonna try readjusting.
Similar Products Used:
None that I can remember :)
Bike Setup:
Stock.
Bottom Line:
Love the bike so far! I didn't like the balance at first, but now that I have it off road a lot more I'm finding that it's easier to keep my feet on the pedals and my ass on the bike than with my previous bikes. The brakes rock! Actually tossed me off the side the first time I grabbed em hard (first time using linear pull brakes...didn't expect it :) )
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JOSHUA FRIEDLAND
a Cross-Country Rider
from WHITE PLAINS, NEW YORK Date Reviewed: June 24, 1999
Duration Product Used:
tested or demo'ed only
Strengths:
ALL AROUND BEST BUY IN THE $500 RANGE; IT IS VERY MANUEVERABLE STURDY AND YOU ARE GETTING THE BEST POSSIBLE COMPONENTS AT A REASONABLE PRICE. EASILY UPGRADABLE; QUICK; VERSATILE; ABSOLUTELY THE BEST BIKE IN IT'S PRICE RANGE!!
Weaknesses:
SHOCK IS RIGID AND THE SADDLE NEEDS TO BE REPLACED
Similar Products Used:
GT AGRESSOR & REBOUND IRON HORSE ARS 2.0 SPECIALIZED HARDROCK A1 COMP FS DIAMONBACK TOPANGA TASSAJARAH 2000!!!!
Bike Setup:
THIS AND THE OTHERS I COMPARED IT TO ALL HAVE THE ROCK SHOX JETT C EXCEPT FOR THE 2000 WHICH HAS A MANITOU MAGNA, BETTER RIMS AND SWEET CHROME OR SHINY GREEN PAINT!!
Bottom Line:
THE BEST IN IT'S CLASS AND I HAVE DONE A LOT OF RESEARCH I HAVE SETTLED ON THE 2000 MODEL YET THERE IS VERY FEW CHANGES AND YOU MAY BE ABLE TO USE THE RELEASE OF THE 2000 FOR SOME BARGAINING LEVERAGE OR EVEN CATCH THE STORE OFF GUARD BY TELLING THEM TO HOOK YOU UP WITH THE 2000!! THATS WHAT I DID!! GOT THE 2000 FOR $529!!!! IN NY CITY!!!!
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Submitted by
Adam
a Cross-Country Rider
from Berwick, ME Date Reviewed: June 23, 1999
Favorite Trail:
Mt. Agamenticus
Duration Product Used:
less than 1 month
Strengths:
Price, Rear Derailleur
Weaknesses:
Front derailleur (who cares?) crank, fork isn't great.
Bike Setup:
Cro-moly frames, rigid bikes, Alivio components.
Bottom Line:
Overall, the bike was good for the price range and the only thing I would have wanted changed right off was the excessively heavy crank. The fork itself lacks a bit (it is obviously a low-end Rock Shox), but for me, works quite well. I would recommend upgrading the components when you get serious. I'm going to.
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Submitted by
gravel gripper
a Cross-Country Rider
from MN Date Reviewed: June 14, 1999
Favorite Trail:
all trails want to get to the mountains sometime
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Strengths:
Lighter than the competitors in the price range. Very good beginner bike.
Weaknesses:
Front derailer / though I have not tried adjusting it yet.
Similar Products Used:
Specialized, GT, Schwinn, and Giant
Bike Setup:
Standard set-up
Bottom Line:
For the money you pay, you can't beat it. Handles all terrain very well, on or off road. You can upgrade parts if you would like, but not needed for beginners.
Overall Rating:
Submitted by
EDward
a Cross-Country Rider
from NORTH CAROLINA Date Reviewed: June 9, 1999
Duration Product Used:
less than 1 month
Strengths:
The rear derailler, the tires, and the brakes.
Weaknesses:
The front derailler needs to be upgraded, and you need to upgrade the JettC's.
Similar Products Used:
RST, Schwinn Mesa
Bottom Line:
It is a good bike for the low price. Great for beginner's.
Overall Rating:
Submitted by
J.T.
a Weekend Warrior
from Groveland, MA Date Reviewed: June 6, 1999
Favorite Trail:
anywhere
Duration Product Used:
less than 1 month
Strengths:
Rear Derailleur Brakes
Weaknesses:
Front derailleur going to the largest chainring
Similar Products Used:
Specialized Hardrock Specialized Rockhopper GT Timberline GT Backwoods Nishiki Backroads Kona Fire Island Mongoose Walmart junk
Bike Setup:
LX rear Acera Front Jett C Shock Homegrown brakes
Bottom Line:
So far I pretty much love this bike. I have only had it a week and am new to this sport. I found that for the money you couldn't really beat it. In addition, the bike fit me better than anything else I tried. My only problem is with the front derailleur getting into the largest chainring. It is pretty much a speed and rear cassette dependent issue.When I bought the bike I knew about this issue and even had it happen on the demo. aagin I'm new to this and this may be normal but it didn't seem to happen on the other bikes I tried. I will probably ask them to upgrade the front when I go for a checkup.. Brakes Rock
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Submitted by
yo
a Cross-Country Rider
from yo Date Reviewed: June 5, 1999
Favorite Trail:
o
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Strengths:
yo
Weaknesses:
yo
Similar Products Used:
o
Bike Setup:
yo
Bottom Line:
yo
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Submitted by
zoobie
a Weekend Warrior
from Wvc Date Reviewed: May 24, 1999
Favorite Trail:
you name it
Duration Product Used:
less than 1 month
Strengths:
Tires Weight Price
Weaknesses:
Frt. derailer
Similar Products Used:
scott mongoose
Bottom Line:
I have had it for 3 weeks now and no problems exept frt derailer needed to be tightened.
Overall Rating:
Submitted by
Jason
a Weekend Warrior
from pa Date Reviewed: May 23, 1999
Duration Product Used:
less than 1 month
Strengths:
looks cool, it is pretty light, 24 speed, brakes
Weaknesses:
i havent noticed any yet, but i have only had it for a couple of weeks
Similar Products Used:
cannodale f300, hard rock fs
Bottom Line:
its a great bike so far, i have taken it through the trails about five times, nothing has gone wrong. its a great bike fore the price too. everyone says the front derailer sucks, but i havent had any problems yet,
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Submitted by
Shane Beers
a Cross-Country Rider
from Atlanta, GA Date Reviewed: May 18, 1999
Favorite Trail:
Chicopee Woods, Bull Mtn
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Strengths:
Great frame, nice look to it.
Weaknesses:
Front deraileur gets off, to easily, RIMS- two words- THEYSUCK! The Jett C shocks are good for curb cruisers, but if you Ride any kind of REAL trail, you'd hate them in a minute.
Similar Products Used:
Judy XC
Bike Setup:
Tassajara
Bottom Line:
Good bike for the price, if you ride seriously, then upgrade the weak components, it makes the bike seem like the next step up!
Overall Rating:
Submitted by
Avinash
a Cross-Country Rider
from CT Date Reviewed: May 8, 1999
Duration Product Used:
less than 1 month
Strengths:
Deralleur Tires Weight Design
Weaknesses:
The Front Deralleur rims brakes
Similar Products Used:
Univega A1 comp fs
Bike Setup:
I am currently changing the shocks to Judy 100's and upgrading to XT brakes
Bottom Line:
This bike is great, I had very few and minor problems. the rim needed to be trued becuase I bent it going off a lot of jumps with my friend brett. Neat Design and paint job. Brakes could be better and rear diralleur is kick a**. Bike is pretty light
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Submitted by
Dave
a Racer
from Troy, NY Date Reviewed: May 6, 1999
Duration Product Used:
tested or demo'ed only
Strengths:
Some good components. Good Frame.
Weaknesses:
The fork is terrible. it barely has any travel, and throws the bike back at you when it is pushed. Also, the front derailler/shifter doesnt get much travel, getting in and out of gears can be tough.
Similar Products Used:
Specialized Rockhopper Giant Iguana
Bike Setup:
RS Jett C LX rear Derailler, cheesy brakes, low end mix everywhere else.
Bottom Line:
This bike is bound to be a nothing but a hassle, I could see myself constantly adjusting the front derailler cable right from the beginning. The Giant Iguana is a better bike if you can get a deal on it, but go for a Rockhopper. Specialized went all out on it, its a sweet bike this year, better fork, better components, lighter, and more fun, and it looks better (get it in silver).
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Submitted by
Avinash
a Racer
from Connecticut Date Reviewed: April 27, 1999
Duration Product Used:
less than 1 month
Strengths:
Frame Strength Rear Diralleur Tires Components are good for price
Weaknesses:
Nothing so far except the front Diralleur Rear Diralleur is really good
Stock Bike, nothing changed except brakes because I like Avid Braking SYstems
Bottom Line:
This bike is great for the price, you should definitely go to Ton'y Bike in Milford. They are really cool. This bike is durable yet very light and has elastomer shocks (OK)
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Darryl
a Weekend Warrior
from Yardville NJ Date Reviewed: April 12, 1999
Favorite Trail:
Clayton park
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Bottom Line:
Now that I've had the bike for a little while I thought I'd update my first rating of this awsome bike. The frame geometry is great for climbing hills, that has been the biggest suprise. I still don't like the frt. derailure but I'm coping. I'm also pretty shocked with how good the rims are holding up. I have nothing but good things to say abt this entry level bike. In my opinion it's a fantastic deal for the money. I'm changing my rating to 5 flamin chillies.
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Submitted by
Ken
a Weekend Warrior
from San Antonio, TX Date Reviewed: April 9, 1999
Duration Product Used:
less than 1 month
Strengths:
I like the geometry of this frame. As a small rider (5'10, 150 lbs), the size Small frame worked out really well for me. The bike weighed in well at under 30 lbs.
Weaknesses:
Nothing really above average component-wise. Then again, at this price point the only thing that really varies is whose frame you buy- the components are almost the same on all the bikes I looked at. Bottom line to me is that as stuff breaks or I decide it's too heavy, I'll replace it with better components. I should emphasize this is a weakness of ALL the bikes at this price point, NOT just Gary Fisher.
Similar Products Used:
Schwinn Mesa GSX Trek 930
Bike Setup:
Well, it's a Gary Fisher Tassjara. Rock Shox Jett fork, WTB tires, WTB SST.X saddle, LX rear derailleur, Alivio front derailleur, shifters, cranks, etc. This bike has a 8 speed casette.
Bottom Line:
The Tassajara is every bit as good a value for the money as any other bike at its price point. I appreciated the geometry of the frame and the resulting ride quality and handling. 5 chilis for a solid, well-built value.
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Submitted by
Eric
a Weekend Warrior
from Houston, Tx. Date Reviewed: March 29, 1999
Favorite Trail:
Cypresswood
Duration Product Used:
less than 1 month
Strengths:
It's strong, light and smooth.
Weaknesses:
The front derailer is cheesy.
Similar Products Used:
DiamondBack, Schwin, GT, and Raliegh
Bike Setup:
Rock Shox Jett C
Bottom Line:
I personally throught that it should have come with bar-ends for that price. Great all around bike for the weekend warrior, bottom line, if not good enough for you why did you get it. I love it so far.
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Submitted by
MisterSwing
a cross-country rider
from Bay Area, California Date Reviewed: February 16, 1999
Bottom Line:
Anyone looking into an entry level mountain bike should really consider the Tassajara. The thing I love about this bike is its sharp steering. Some of the highly priced dualies have steering that makes you feel like chucking it to the nearest trash can. I also like the grippy tires which would make this a great ride on wet and muddy conditions. The Rock Shox Jett fork is perfect for light to mild trail conditions. This is the same fork I have for my current hardtail. I don't see why one should upgrade anything on this bike except maybe put on some of them $400.00 Spinergy wheel sets. Naw, I think I'll save those for my next road bike. (The Tassajara would kick ass in the design dept. though) All Mountain Bikers should have at least one hardtail. The Tassajara along with some of the others made by Schwin, Trek, Specialized, Cannondale, GT. 5 chillies for this guy. Functionality is what you need. Tassajara comes with it.
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Submitted by
Matt
a cross-country rider
from Minneapolis Date Reviewed: February 5, 1999
Bottom Line:
I've been comparison shopping for a month for a new mountain bike after selling my old Bianchi to my dad (it was way too big). I found the Tassajara for around $500 and was stoked on it. I also looked at Specialized, GT, Trek and Schwinn models. I've only ridden it a few times, but it's nice and light and handles like a charm. I'd like to help boost this bikes rating to five baby!!! A good bang for the buck. And yeah, the seat is like a rock, but that's simple enough to fix.
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Submitted by
Max
a weekend warrior
from LA Date Reviewed: January 2, 1999
Bottom Line:
I just got this bike a few weeks ago, and I am loving it. It is by far the best bike for around $500 with front shocks. I can only complain about the seat which is a little uncomfortable, but that is hardly a problem. This bike rocks!!
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Submitted by
Darryl
a weekend warrior
from Yardville N.J. Date Reviewed: January 2, 1999
Bottom Line:
My first concern in buying a new bike was price, I wanted the most bang for my buck. Budget constraints limitted me to 500.00 maybe a little over, which narrowed it down to 3 players. Schwinn mesa gsx, the trek 6000 and the tassajara. For the money I think its a great bike. I put velociraptors and bar ends on. My first componet upgrade will be the frt. derailure its garbage. Over all I like the bike. Ride on my brothers!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!( and the person who said its heavy and was too much of a wuss to sign there name needs to get a life,it handles great!!)
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Submitted by
Dan May
a weekend warrior
from nashville Date Reviewed: December 31, 1998
Bottom Line:
The tassajara is an excellent bike for the money. It was cheaper than it's competitors and had some better components it is very light and it is easy to clean and take care of the brakes work well and the suspension has enough travel for me. The ninty-nine tassajara has great tires (WTB primal raptort)as well. It was the best vchoice fore me.
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Submitted by
james
a weekend warrior
from amherst NH Date Reviewed: November 27, 1998
Bottom Line:
This is a great bike with front suspesion for under $500. This is my first good bike and I love it so far (i've only had it for two weeks). The only complaint I have is that the seem on the front rim wasn't ground properly and the brakes jump when they hit it. I took it to the shop but they diddn't do much. I am still working to get it smooth. Over all I give this bike 4 stars for being very quik and nimble and also a great value.
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