Over sized double butted Cromoly frame, lightweight and strong | RockShox Jett Suspension fork | Hutchinson Chameleon tires for fast rolling solid traction
Submitted by
drdan52000
a Weekend Warrior
from Grants Pass, Or Date Reviewed: November 2, 2008
Favorite Trail:
Applegate lake
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$450.00
Purchased At:
BikeKaft
Strengths:
Brought new in 2007 with G1
This is my first mtb, I road when I was a kid in late 60's.
Everything on the bike worked like it should.
I have about 2000 miles on this with about 200 on trails.
The first set of tires lasted about 500 miles.
Weaknesses:
I really didn't like the seat, but I bent it, on my first over the bars.
I have had some series spills, I blew the front tire, and another I bent the rear wheel a little but was able to get in on it.
Would like to have more fork travel, a bike for more $ would fix that.
Bike Setup:
For mtb and road work.
Bottom Line:
I believe that this is a great beginners bike or for someone who doesn't want spend a lot of money, and get a great ride.
I planning on buying another bike in 2009 or 2010, just to get the G2 the Gray fish has on that year, and the 100MM fork.
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Submitted by
Sam
a Weekend Warrior
from Twin Cities, MN Date Reviewed: May 6, 2007
Favorite Trail:
Anything!
Duration Product Used:
More than 3 years
Price Paid:
$350.00
Purchased At:
A1 Bike Shop - Mankato
Strengths:
Great beginner bike with solid components. It's a Gary Fisher, you can't go wrong,the paint job, and ride are great.
Weaknesses:
Cheap plastic gears - I've taken a couple of falls from this bike, everything has held on except the cheap gear triggers. cheap pedals
Bike Setup:
I've put slick tires on this bike, sadly that doesn't make it much of an off-road machine, but I hit pavement far more anyway.
Bottom Line:
A wonderful bike for 2001 - By todays standards it's a pretty ho-hum bike
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Submitted by
Charles
a Racer
from Brooklyn Date Reviewed: April 8, 2004
Duration Product Used:
2 Years
Price Paid:
$250.00
Purchased At:
Metro Bikes - on closeout
Strengths:
The frame and major components have held up to my 200+ lb body on daily nyc commutes. One mtb trip after about 20 wipe outs, to my surprise left the frame in great shape. I love the red/black/gray paint job.
Weaknesses:
One pedal snapped in half after about 2 months. The Judy is lame but doable for nyc commuting. I'd swap teh fork but better to just save the money for my next bike. A little heavy but what to exspect from this price point.
Similar Products Used:
Only road bikes.
Bike Setup:
Changed to: Atac clipless pedals, body geometry seat, and more agressive angled stem. (looks much better than stock set-up)
Bottom Line:
My first mtb which I've come to love. A beast that has held up my 200+ lb frame. Next time I'll drop more money on my next rig. I'd definitely buy a fisher again
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Submitted by
james
a Downhiller
from England Date Reviewed: August 28, 2003
Favorite Trail:
aston hill
Duration Product Used:
2 Years
Price Paid:
$380.00
Purchased At:
mountain mania
Strengths:
good, strong brakes, strong frame.
Weaknesses:
pedals broke in Les Gets, where the 2004 world cup was held.
Bottom Line:
a good, strong bike, not really for downhill riding but it copes well anyway.
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Submitted by
david
a
from northport, AL USA Date Reviewed: January 6, 2003
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$425.00
Purchased At:
Cycle Path
Strengths:
strong Good ride fairly inexpensive Steel frame
Weaknesses:
I never have really been into caring about weight but it is a little heavy I guess
Similar Products Used:
Trek 4500
Bike Setup:
stock untill it broke
Bottom Line:
Great bike I rode it for a year untill a 7 foot drop bent the rear triangle Thats my own fault though b/c I shouldn't have been freeriding on a xc bike like that the bike is a great value for what you get My only real complaint is that it is hard to upgrade it has no disc brake tabs, replaceable dropuots and a really odd seatpost size good luck on that one. All of that can be accounted for by the market that it is designed for. It is a great bike for the money but don't buy it if you know you want disc brakes
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Submitted by
Kimberly
a Weekend Warrior
from Atlanta, GA, USA Date Reviewed: September 3, 2002
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$350.00
Purchased At:
FreeFlight
Strengths:
Durable, can take a beating
Weaknesses:
Sometimes I have trouble with the 3rd ring, and lately the chain's been getting "stuck" in mid-ride, but I think this may be poor maintenance. :( sometimes it's hard to get it to fit on a bike rack cuz it's the frame is wide.
Similar Products Used:
None
Bike Setup:
It's what I bought a year ago. I'm about to put on clipless pedals. :)
Bottom Line:
It's my first mtn. bike with a suspension (front) and I must say it's been a great bike. I like that it's a bit heavier and stronger, cuz I beat it up a good deal. I bike about twice a week for about 8 mile rides, and I've had a few good spills, and the bike is fine. The seat is comfy too, in case you want to go leisure riding.
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Submitted by
brian
a Weekend Warrior
from florida Date Reviewed: July 24, 2002
Favorite Trail:
alafia
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$350.00
Strengths:
steel, inexpensive,
Weaknesses:
scratches easily, everything has to be upgraded, crank broke easily, judy tt lost compression in a couple months, seat tube is the oddest size ive ever encountered
Similar Products Used:
trek, specialized, cannondale
Bike Setup:
large wahoo, psylo xc,deore xt
Bottom Line:
good tires, good beginers bike, cheap components, planning on getting serious? buy a trek!
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Submitted by
David Wilson
a Weekend Warrior
from Gananoque, Ontario, Canada Date Reviewed: May 9, 2002
Favorite Trail:
What ever I'm on at the time
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$350.00
Purchased At:
T.I. Cycle
Strengths:
Strong frame, easily adjustable, comfortable to ride, great price ($530.00 Canadian I think).
Weaknesses:
None yet!
Bike Setup:
Stock
Bottom Line:
Great bike for everyday riding. I use mine for everything, riding to school, trail riding, drops and trials. Fairly light, and a good price. I ride mine very hard and haven't broken anything, just gotten some pinch flats. If you ride hard and don't want to spend too much money, buy a Wahoo!
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Submitted by
Jamie H.
a
from NM Date Reviewed: April 25, 2002
Favorite Trail:
any I ride on
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$320.00
Purchased At:
Cycle Cave
Strengths:
very good drive train(its shimano, come on), easy to upgrade, light but heavy duty frame, wheels are very strong
Weaknesses:
fork is is too soft(i upgraded to a 2000 Rock Shox Judy XC), pedals broke in a couple of weeks, handle bars could be stronger(starting to bend), tires wear down fast
Similar Products Used:
none
Bike Setup:
Rock Shox Judy XC, Dimension pedals, the rest is factory
Bottom Line:
great bike, great price,takes 3ft. drops like nothing
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Submitted by
Chris Andersen
a Weekend Warrior
from Glendale, AZ USA Date Reviewed: January 16, 2002
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$330.00
Purchased At:
Excellent Bikes, Phoenix AZ
Strengths:
Seems to be a very reliable bike--no problems with it so far!
Weaknesses:
None so far...
Similar Products Used:
None.
Bike Setup:
Stock.
Bottom Line:
I'm a weekend warrior/beginner racer, and I wanted to get my wife a decent bike so she could ride with me once-in-a-while. To sum it all up, she loves her bike, and I've been pleasantly surprised at how well it's holding up given the type of trails we've been riding. The thing's taken everything we've thrown at it with no problems at all. I'd highly recommend it to anyone who's looking for a good, reliable, entry-level mountain bike. Great value for the money. Our local bike shop was very helpful and gave us a great recommendation for this bike.
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Submitted by
Cameron
a Weekend Warrior
from Melbourne, Vic , Australia Date Reviewed: January 1, 2002
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$750.00
Strengths:
Solid frame and drivetrain.
Weaknesses:
Fork gives poor purformance on rough rides, Saddle is cheap and it feels like it to.
Similar Products Used:
First mountian bike
Bike Setup:
Cromoly frame, RockShox Jett, alivo/acera
Bottom Line:
A good bike for a beginner rider. I ride to work twice a week and offroad on the weekend and find it handles both situations with no major problems. I'll probably keep this bike for another 18-24 months before I'll consider buying something more capable. Overall a good first bike, it hasn't given me any problems, and the ride is preety good.
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Submitted by
T-Bone
a Weekend Warrior
from Bloomington, IL USA Date Reviewed: January 1, 2002
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$370.00
Purchased At:
Vitesse Cycle Shop
Strengths:
Extremely durable bike for the money. Overall good value. Comfortable for the everyday rider. Decent components for a recreational bike.
Weaknesses:
Suspension (Jet) is not adequate for anything other than light off road. Chain slap is pretty bad on rough trails. Geometry is not aggressive enough for steep hills. It's tough to keep the front tire on the ground on steep climbs.
Similar Products Used:
First Mountain Bike
Bike Setup:
Stock from factory.
Bottom Line:
This was my first mountain bike. I bought it to basically ride around the neighborhood to warm up to go jogging - more for comfort. A buddy asked me to go riding off road and that was all it took. I really beat the heck out of this bike - riding it harder than it was ever intended to be ridden. I'm amazed it's still in one piece - other than the paint nicks from the chain slap, you'd guess it was still new. After some pretty good wrecks, I don't know how.
Overall, the bike is terrific for someone just starting out who doesn't plan on riding it like I did. For the price, this bike is a very good buy. If you have any inclination to go off road, I'd consider the Marlin for an extra $75, you get better geometry. The Wahoo doesn't like to keep its nose down on steeper climbs, but then again, I don't think it was ever intended to do so.
Same goes for the front shock. Pretty easy to bottom out for a 190 pounder. For the punishment it took, I'm surprised it didn't explode.
Bottom line - a great starter bike that allows you to get a taste of the sport without spending a bundle. Other than a few flat tires, I've had no mechanical problems - amazing for the punishment it has endured. I'll give it 5 chilis as compared to other bikes in this beginner category.
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Submitted by
Shaun Glass
a Cross Country Rider
from Cape Town Date Reviewed: October 11, 2001
Favorite Trail:
Tokai Forest
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$356.00
Purchased At:
Bowmans Cycle Inn
Strengths:
Light weight, durability, comfort, handles well.Was particularly impressed with ability in steep and vertical drop-offs, in other words I still have my front teeth!!
Weaknesses:
Struggle a bit on uphills as the weight distribution may be a bit out, front wheel tends to want to rise off the surface. Bike is used on average 2 hours a day and so requires servicing at least once a month, I do not know if this is regular, but it seems a bit excesive.
Similar Products Used:
None, only previously ridden road bikes.
Bike Setup:
Standard, off the floor, however here in South Africa, came with Aluminium frame and I-sync front suspension, otherwise everything else seems similar.
Bottom Line:
Definately a good buy, takes a good knock and can still take one the very next day.Something for beginner to intermediate.
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Submitted by
Sean
a Cross Country Rider
from NJ Date Reviewed: September 18, 2001
Favorite Trail:
rollercoaster
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Strengths:
Quick, strong bike that accepts upgrades well.
Weaknesses:
No replaceable derailleur hanger.
Similar Products Used:
None.
Bike Setup:
Stock except for Rock Shox Judy C, Panaracer tires, profile bar ends, and SpeedPlay Frog clipless.
Bottom Line:
Awesome bike for a beginner rider. The bike takes abuse really well and I love it. After owning it for a year I only needed to bring it in to the shop once. I rode this baby to 5th place in my age group (14 and under) in a race with a total of 45 kids. Awesome bike. The frame is nice and light and the bike is a little heavy but with upgrades the bike can be very light.
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Submitted by
Bruce Lacina
a Cross Country Rider
from Ashburn, Virginia, USofA Date Reviewed: August 15, 2001
Favorite Trail:
every one I have ridden
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$299.00
Purchased At:
A-1 Cycling, Herndon, VA
Strengths:
light CroMo steel frame, adjustable front RockShox fork, tires good on the street and trail, a comfortable seat (yes - this one came with a comfortable seat!).
Weaknesses:
Shimano Deore hardware would have been nice, but the Acera is as good as can bee expected in this price range.
Similar Products Used:
I have recently ridden a 1993 Trek 830 and 1992 Specialized RockHopper. I tried the Fisher Mamba, Marlin and Wahoo; Trek 4300 & 820; Specialized HardRock Sport; A1 FS & A1 Sport FS; Haro Escape 8.0 & VGF V1; Giant Boulder & Rincon; and the Performance M201 before buying the Wahoo.
Bike Setup:
Stock w/ toe clips and Profile Design bar ends.
Bottom Line:
Great beginner/intermediate cross county bike. I tried a bunch of bikes at 5 or 6 different stores, even two other Fishers: Mamba and Marlin. I tried the Trek 4300 & 820, Specialized HardRock Sport, A1 FS & A1 Sport FS, Haro Escape 8.0 & VGF V1, Giant Boulder & Rincon, Performance M201. I also read tons of on-line reviews (such as this) on mountain bikes by riders and also by other reviewers. I really liked the way this Wahoo felt. A bit more upright, comfortable seat, good top speed, adjustable shock, good tires. I was set on buying the Mamba - also on clearance - but after riding the Wahoo: WAHOOOOOO! Great bike. For only $50.00 more - I bought it with out thinking twice. I even liked it better than the Marlin. Don't buy another bike in this price range until you try the Gary Fisher Wahoo! Just my $0.02.
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Submitted by
Richard Johnson
a Weekend Warrior
from Massapequa Park, New York, USA Date Reviewed: August 4, 2001
Favorite Trail:
Catskill Mountains of New York
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$356.00
Purchased At:
Brands Cycle & Fitness Salesman Nils
Strengths:
Cromoly Steel Frame, Rockshox suspension, Shimano Brakes and Derailleurs Value for the ride.
Weaknesses:
Seat
Similar Products Used:
None First Mountain Ride
Bike Setup:
2001 Wahoo, Extra Large, Black and Gun Metal Blue, Black & Silver Alloy Hubs & Rims, Rockshox
Bottom Line:
Well this is my first Mountain Bike and I was really surprised how well it handles off road. I cant believe the differance in todays brakes, the Shimano V-Brakes stop on a dime. I highly recommend the Gary Fisher 2001 Wahoo for a fist time buyer. Black & Gun Metal Blue color gettem while they last.
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Submitted by
Ben Shaw
a Weekend Warrior
from Memphis, TN Date Reviewed: July 29, 2001
Favorite Trail:
the next one....
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$389.00
Purchased At:
Outdoors Inc.
Strengths:
Multiple color choices. Great price.
Weaknesses:
Nada!
Bike Setup:
Stock Wahoo with Profile bar ends
Bottom Line:
This is my first mountain bike purchase. I wanted to ease into the sport to make sure I liked it. This bike was a great choice. No problems thus far! I highly recommend this bike. Five steamin' heaps o' poo!
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Submitted by
Ron Freeman
a Cross Country Rider
from Winder,GA,USA Date Reviewed: July 9, 2001
Favorite Trail:
Yellow River
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$339.00
Purchased At:
The Hub
Strengths:
Value, great bike for the price. Good frame, Rapid Fire Shifters, Rock Shox.
Weaknesses:
None
Similar Products Used:
Diamondback Outlook
Bottom Line:
I went up from my entry level bike to this one, I can't stop riding it. It is a great bike in this price range. I test rode over 12 bikes similar to this one. The moment I got on I knew it was the one.
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Submitted by
Josh Burkhart
a Weekend Warrior
from Gainesville, Texas Date Reviewed: June 26, 2001
Favorite Trail:
Johnson Branch
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$340.00
Purchased At:
Sun and Ski Sports
Strengths:
Good brakes, shifting
Weaknesses:
seat
Similar Products Used:
none, this is my first mtb
Bike Setup:
01 Wahoo
Bottom Line:
This is my first mtb and I love it. I would recomend for anyone that wants to get started in mt biking but doesnt want to spend alot of money. Great bike for the price.
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Submitted by
Sean
a Cross Country Rider
from NJ Date Reviewed: June 20, 2001
Favorite Trail:
Any
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Purchased At:
The Bicycle Depot
Strengths:
Strong, comfortable handling, good shifting, good brakes.
Weaknesses:
None so far.
Similar Products Used:
This is my first real MTB.
Bike Setup:
Rock Shox Jett fork, Shimano Altus\Acera components, Pedals with toe clips, steel frame.
Bottom Line:
This bike is great! It handles nicely, stops on a dime, and has a very comfortable ride. If you 're twelve years old, like myself, and you are looking to do some real riding, then check out this bike. This bike can take a beating. One more thing, this bike is NOT rigid, it is a hardtail. I Love this bike.
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