I bought this bike 8 or 9 years ago before I really got into cycling. It was pretty clunky compared to the top of the line bikes however it was a good value. Once I started getting more into trail riding this bike grew with me. Over the years I have thrown on better components and shaved alot of weight. Now only the frame is left. I have always told myself that I would ride it till the frame failed and I am still waiting. The thing takes everything and keeps going. It now serves as my backup bike since it has developed some creaks. Overall it has been a great bike and you can't ask for anything more than it gave at that price. Back in the day before mongoose sold out they had some decent bikes.
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Darth
a Downhiller
from Corrimal, NSW, Australia Date Reviewed: January 1, 2008
Favorite Trail:
Brokers Nose fire trail
Duration Product Used:
More than 3 years
Price Paid:
$45.00
Purchased At:
eBay
Strengths:
Frame strength, Rapid fire shifters, Rim strength.
I've been using this bike for 5 years now and it was a bargain for AU $50 on ebay. I use it all the time, city riding and off road and it performs well. I've had many stacks and only busted tubes and chains.It came with the rock shocks But i recently had to change the crankset. Overall i'm thoroughly impressed with this bike.
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Jeremy
a Cross Country Rider
from Wautoma Date Reviewed: July 23, 2006
Favorite Trail:
WIOUWASH
Duration Product Used:
More than 3 years
Price Paid:
$400.00
Purchased At:
Attitude Sports
Strengths:
Durability, Smooth Ride
Weaknesses:
Maybe the weight
Similar Products Used:
N/A
Bike Setup:
Bar ends, rack, standard components
Bottom Line:
I have ridden this bike for 7 years, about 4,000 miles, and it has held up really well. I ride to and from work, the store, and also use trails. This bike has handled it all, and keeps going. I have to admit that since Mongoose sold to Pacific Cyclery I haven't been impressed, but this was a Brunswick bike and it is a good one.
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Ben
a Weekend Warrior
from St. Ignatius, MT, USA Date Reviewed: March 1, 2004
Favorite Trail:
yonder mountain
Duration Product Used:
More than 3 years
Price Paid:
$350.00
Purchased At:
costco
Strengths:
the frame didn't bend on a 7 foot drop. that's pretty good. it was cheap and i could afford it when i was 14, so i bought it.
Weaknesses:
everything else. marginal components, crappy shock (bottomed out on the seven footer), stock wheels (rear looks like a taco now but did alright up to 4 feet)
Similar Products Used:
shwinn mesa, kona stuff
Bike Setup:
stock
Bottom Line:
ok for first xc bike. don't ride off your garage roof on it. didn't really notice the weight thing everyone else is talking about. by the way, the reason the for the 7 foot huck on this weakling was i needed a new bike anyway.
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Anthony
a Cross Country Rider
from New Jersey Date Reviewed: November 7, 2003
Favorite Trail:
The Secret Trail
Duration Product Used:
More than 3 years
Price Paid:
$300.00
Purchased At:
Dick's Sporting Goods
Strengths:
Cromoly frame, PRICE, Components
Weaknesses:
Weight, Stock Rock Shox Jett Fork, WHEELSETS ARE TERRIBLE
Bike Setup:
Many upgrades: Kore Lite 3 stem, Kore XC bar, RS Judy C fork, Cane Creek headset, WTB laserdisc wheelset with Momentum front hub and XT rear hub
Bottom Line:
This bike gave me mountain biking fever, and the upgrade bug aswell! It's a great bike to upgrade. I do recommend you ditch the jett fork though, and the wheelsets. But overall this bike is awesome. I dont kno why soo mmany people are having trouble with the derailluers, just keep em lubed and adjusted.
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Submitted by
Hoser
a Weekend Warrior
from Spokane Date Reviewed: March 26, 2002
Favorite Trail:
Mt Spokane- cedar forest
Duration Product Used:
More than 3 years
Price Paid:
$300.00
Purchased At:
Costco
Strengths:
Good solid frame and geometry, decent component mix for the this price range, decent brakes
Weaknesses:
Shock, wheels, neck
Similar Products Used:
Giant SorinUrend
Bike Setup:
Bar ends, RS Psylo XC, new headset and neck, spd pedals, Mavic 519 rims, upgraded seat and post
Bottom Line:
I've literaly beat the crap out of this thing keepin' up w/ my crazy friends, taco'd the stock rims doin drops, bounced down many brain rattling hills and this cheap little POS still keeps up even though it is a tank for a hard tail.
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Brian
a Racer
from Newtown Date Reviewed: September 14, 2001
Favorite Trail:
Stinger
Duration Product Used:
2 Years
Price Paid:
$300.00
Purchased At:
Dick's
Strengths:
100% Steel. When you get on a super light bike, you WILL go flying! Moves when you push on the pedals, turns when you move the steering wheel, increases speed on declines, stops when you put feet down.
Weaknesses:
1. It has been manufactured by Mongoose 2. It is comparable in price, size, and the lookes to huffys. 3. Switches gears when it feels like it. 4. It has the tendency to roll backwards down hills. 5. The breakes wear down quickly. 6. Estimated living time for a real mountain biker, one ride. 7. Bends, scratches, and chips easily. 8. Existed. 9. It is available at K-mart, Target, ToysrUs, and Walmart. 10.Christmas tree kinda gift. 11. Santa's kina bike. 12. Santa's kinda budget 13. Cheapo freako bikeo 14. Ugly bike 15. Bad Componets 16. RockShock Jett! 17.MSRP A pocketfull of change 18.Have you seen a black Mongoose. It has NO LIFE AND NEEDS YOU TO FIND IT! 19. If you have seen my bike please ELIMINATE OT AS SOON AS POSIBLE.
Ten Things That Just Moght Possibly Mean that you have a Horrible Tate When You Bought A Bike. 1. You like to ride around your neighborhood on your time off 2. You have checked outotherbikes and decided to buy a mongoose. 3. You are blind 4. You are a weekend Warrior. 5. You think Mongooses are as good as they get. 6. You are under 13 7. You like to BMX,also 8. You are a skateboarder 9. You have no job 10. You have a limited income.
Similar Products Used:
Huffy. Thats about it.
Bike Setup:
Tires, Limited Brake Capabilities, Limited Shifting Capabilities, Annoying Squeaking noises coming from EVERYWHERE, Help me help me help me!!!!
Bottom Line:
I am not crazy. I like Treks. You are the members of the jury, so decide.
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Joseph Beddows
a Cross Country Rider
from Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia Date Reviewed: June 8, 2001
Favorite Trail:
Muddies
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$950.00
Purchased At:
palm beach super cycle
Strengths:
Shimano gears, rapid fire shifters, handleing/
Weaknesses:
the A-head set and wieght and also the rock shox jett c shox
Similar Products Used:
gt, avanti, cannondale, other mongoose
Bike Setup:
bar enders, new shox(rock shox 5.6" travel)racing a-head set HED wheels
Bottom Line:
i payed $950 australian dollars for this bike and i have upgraded it heaps. its now worth about $1500 from all the extras i got for it. its good for begginers but if you do it up its worth it because you will have a great bike that will last you a long time and wont screw up.
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Big Barry B
a Weekend Warrior
from Kingsport, TN Date Reviewed: December 7, 2000
Favorite Trail:
Pather Creek Park, TN
Duration Product Used:
2 Years
Price Paid:
$300.00
Purchased At:
Performance Bike
Strengths:
Price, Frame Strength, Brakes
Weaknesses:
Weight, Crank, Handlebar and stem
Bike Setup:
Stock except for new Specialized handlebar and crankset.
Bottom Line:
I bought two of these puppies about 2 year's ago for me and my wife to start Mtn. biking. I have since upgraded to a Specialized FSR xc. The Mongoose has done fine. My only complaint is the weight. It weighs more than my FSR does. As I have been upgrading my FSR the Mongoose gets the Specialized parts. The Suntour crank on the Mongoose sucked and the handle bar weighed about 2 tons. When I swaped that bar out it was like riding a new bike. Overall a good beginning bike. However, please only buy real Mongooses, not those cheap piece of crap lead sleds they sell at Wal Mart or Costco or other dept. stores. Only buy bikes from real bike shops, you'll be glad you did in the long run.
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Matrix21
a
from Rochester Date Reviewed: September 15, 2000
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$215.00
Purchased At:
Dicks
Strengths:
Good frame, great tires
Weaknesses:
Weight, derailers, rims
Bike Setup:
bar ends
Bottom Line:
I really like this bike. It is fun to ride and i recomend it to any beginner. The fork could be a little more plush also. The rims kept popping my tubes. It was really annoying to end my trip early. I think this bike is a great deal for the price
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Murray
a Cross Country Rider
from New Zealand Date Reviewed: August 29, 2000
Favorite Trail:
Aorere Goldfields
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$400.00
Purchased At:
Bicycle Business
Strengths:
Solid entry level bike. Good brakes for a cheap bike. Solid frame. 24 gears.
Weaknesses:
Saddle. Chain. Rims can develop wobble.
Similar Products Used:
No hardtails. Usual ride is a DBR V link
Bike Setup:
Marin riser bar. GT bar ends. Vuellta saddle. Slicks fitted.
Bottom Line:
What I wanted was a steel hardtail to do the 40kms to work. The Jett C does not cut it as a mountain bike fork but it is ideal for what I use the bike for; road training. In fact it sold the bike as the comparable cheap forks all had bad bounce characteristics when panic stops were needed. The steel frame gives a good soft ride, ProMax brakes are easy to set up and work well, saddle was OK for 20kms but after 50kms....well, it got changed. My personal preference is for Gripshift but the Rapidfires work OK. My short left thumb is a problem changing up. The budget running gear works and is all one can expect on a bike of this price. In short it is a good solid entry level bike that works, with good bang for the buck value. As a road trainer it is brilliant, and is one I can dive off road on with no problems.
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Sam
a Weekend Warrior
from Mo'town NJ USA Date Reviewed: August 16, 2000
Favorite Trail:
somewhere behind strawbridge lake
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Strengths:
Shocks are good for everyday riding. Very easy to pedal, as long as you stay in pretty much the same gear.
Weaknesses:
Shifters seem to want to throw the chain off. Tires wear down very easily (but that just may be the ones that came with mine).
Similar Products Used:
Uh...can you count a lame 18speed royce union? This is my first "real" mountain bike...I'm 15
Bike Setup:
Enduro2 Computer Barends w/LizardSkins Pouch Pump Water bottle
Bottom Line:
For the price I got ($185 due to a huge ad mixup at "Dick's"), this bike is very well built and is way ahead of other bikes with the same price. Good for someone who rides offroad a lot but on asphalt as well.
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Dan
a
from Syracuse, NY, USA Date Reviewed: July 30, 2000
Favorite Trail:
Old Growth Trail (Green Lakes State Park)
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Strengths:
nice fork for an entry level
Weaknesses:
a little heavy, i dont like the rear derailer
Similar Products Used:
GT Sadleback, Some Jamis bike
Bottom Line:
It is a great entry level MTB
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Greg Gillette
a Downhiller
from Walnut Creek, CA Date Reviewed: June 5, 2000
Favorite Trail:
Tahoe Flume
Duration Product Used:
2 Years
Strengths:
Great for first-timers: Comes with shocks, and feels light to people who are used to real heavy frames. Pretty dependable. Greeeeat value
I've only had the following probelms because I fall so much.
Weaknesses:
Not best shocks in the world Problems with chain Problems with handlebars Problems with seat
Bottom Line:
Good for first time rider
Great for kids starting out
Not the best shocks
Good value
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a Cross Country Rider
from Frisco baby Date Reviewed: May 12, 2000
Favorite Trail:
some where in China Camp
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Strengths:
dude, this bike is darn cheap $350. so it is a fun bike for any beginner. the RS Jett works ok... front wheel is on the heavy side but i never had to true the wheel(front). plus the bike is kinda light too... 29lbs. after $200 of modification
Weaknesses:
hehhehehehe.. weaknessees? well, you can't bring this crap to any race(29lbs?) BB and the crank sucks. i had spend 40 buck last year just fixing that stuff. broke my chain after 200 miles(i will never buy any shimano chain again). in addition, i bent my rear wheel after a 2 foot drop(!) so i replaced it with a new ritchey OCR. lastly, i found a crack betwwen the seat stay and the seat tubes(i only weigh 150 lbs).....
this bike is a great MTB for beginners. for 350 dollars, you can get a quality frame(ummm.. just don't do any crazy stuff>> drops?no) and some nice components, such as a RS fork, shimano stuff and somewhat cool tires. cro-moly frame gives you a good feelin' when you roll over rough terrain. but overall, this bike will be a good bike for any new MTbiker>>> you just have to check the whole bike more carefully more often...
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Submitted by
Steve Pacella
a Racer
from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA Date Reviewed: April 29, 2000
Favorite Trail:
Moraine State Park
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Strengths:
I THINK THAT THE FRAME IS OK AND THE BIKE A A WHOLE HAS HELD UP WELL AFTER PUTTING IT THROUGH HELL IN THE PAST 6 MONTHS. THE DRIVETRAIN COULD USE REPLACED AND I HAVENT BOTTOMED OUT THE SHOCKS, WITH THEM ADJUSTED DOWN, BUT ITS NOT SURPRISING WITH MY 5'6" 120 BUILD.DID I FORGET TO SAY IM 15?
Weaknesses:
THE SHOCKS COULD BE BETTER AND THE WHOLE SHIFTING SYSTEM IS EASILY JARRED OUTA WACK.
Similar Products Used:
WHEELER FUJI DAIMONDBACK RESPONSE
Bike Setup:
SAME AS FROM THE FACTORY
Bottom Line:
EXELLENT BIKE FOR THE 200 BUCKS I SPENT. HAS HELD UP WELL THROUGH THE ABUSE TAKEN, BUT THE DRIVETRAIN AND SHIFTING COULD IMPROVE, ESPECIALLY THE FRONT DERRAILEUR.
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Erik
a Racer
from Michigan Date Reviewed: March 4, 2000
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Strengths:
strong frame
Weaknesses:
the shocks arent the best in the world.
Similar Products Used:
schwinn mesa
Bottom Line:
its a good bike for people who are just starting out. its cheap and lasts long. good buy for someone just starting out.
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Submitted by
Shane
a Weekend Warrior
from Houghton Date Reviewed: November 25, 1999
Duration Product Used:
less than 1 month
Strengths:
frame, good components for the money, great handeling, good durability, pretty light, cost, looks
Weaknesses:
sad shocks
Similar Products Used:
Treks GTs Dimondbacks C'dales other Mongooses
Bike Setup:
DX 5.3 stock
Bottom Line:
This is an sweet bike. The only thing I found was bad about the DX is the Rock Shox Jett C had no travel. 48mm of travel, right this fork has about 10mm of travel and it is so stiff that you don't even use it. Other than then that this bike is awsome. The handeling is great and for $200 you can't pass it up. The componets are pretty good, it shifts smooth but you can always upgrade componets later. The frame is worth upgrading the components and that makes it worthwhile. But the Fork has got to go. It is better than no suspention but not much. This bike is the best. If your just starting in the sport this is the bike to get. The DX is also good for people with a little past experience and a little extra money to upgrade right away. If your looking for a good bike that has great a frame and it is worth upgrading it's components, this is your bike. I give it five hot ones.
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WG
a Cross-Country Rider
from Darlington West Oz Date Reviewed: November 24, 1999
Favorite Trail:
Mundaring region
Duration Product Used:
2 Years
Strengths:
Frame quality and geometry.
Weaknesses:
Component line (but what would you expect for this kind of money).
Similar Products Used:
Trek and Giant hardtails.
Bottom Line:
This 98/Mongoose 5.3 was my reintroduction to cycling due to my childrens interest in this sport . Other reviews make mention of this bikes comfortable feel, much of which can be attributed to Mongoose,s abilities at working Cromoly (Note : An extensive BMX history there).The bottom line being ditch all its components as your finance's permit as the performance of the frame more than justify,s this logic.With a good lightweight group you`ll get a bike that gives great performance with the sweetest ride that only steel can deliver.As a footnote I also own a 98 FSR, totally bombed up -- JrT-- long travel arse end -- DH Wheelset ,all the fruit yet still find myself spending more time than ever on board this charming little hardtail.Five steamers for the frame Three for the components.
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Dave
a Weekend Warrior
from Burbank,CA Date Reviewed: October 5, 1999
Favorite Trail:
Mt. Brown/JPL
Duration Product Used:
less than 1 month
Strengths:
Price Tires Brakes Frame
Weaknesses:
Front derailuer Jett C shox
Similar Products Used:
Raleigh M-55, M-50, Various KHS
Bike Setup:
All stock except added my Tioga Alum. pedals and bar ends
Bottom Line:
For $299.00, this bike is great. The geometry of the 20 frame fits me well (6'2/195). The bike handles nice. The Jett C shox are spongy and will eventually be changed but they're better than no shock. I rode my Univega Rover XCU into the ground and the Mongoose is a great replacement bike. Major weakness is the front derailuer...it's gonna need some adjusting.
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Alan
a Weekend Warrior
from Woodstock, Ga Date Reviewed: September 28, 1999
Duration Product Used:
less than 1 month
Strengths:
Stable Feel. Comfortable Ride. Price. $175 on Sale. Wow
Weaknesses:
Shocks aren't much Bottom Line Components
Similar Products Used:
Mongoose Threshold Raliegh
Bottom Line:
This bike has gotten me hooked on mountain biking. It has taken everything I have thrown at it up to this point. The components are bottom of the line but the bike is good enough to upgrade the components when they need replacing. The shocks are not much better than no shocks. They do absorb some of the minor rocks (gravel) but do very little on major impacts. The bike has a very stable feel and always feels controlable. It just can't be beat, for the price. I bought these on a clearance but the regular price still makes this a buy that can't be passed up.
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dan thompson
a Weekend Warrior
from california, md Date Reviewed: September 9, 1999
Duration Product Used:
less than 1 month
Strengths:
rapidfire shifting shox price v brakes (although they are pro max)
Weaknesses:
suntour crank shimano alivo components
Similar Products Used:
mongoose maneuver trek 6000
Bottom Line:
i like the rapid fire shifting. although the alivo components are kind of cheap, it works for me (beginner) the shocks are bottom of the line rock shox (jett c)which probably need to be upgraded. the rear derauiller seems like it always needs to be adjusted so its a more quiet ride and the gears dont skip. i like the cro-moly frame, although its pretty heavy. great bike for $250.
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Dan
a Cross-Country Rider
from massachusetts Date Reviewed: July 29, 1999
This is a great bike for some one just starting or some one who has some experience. Some components coud be better but the bike does it'a job. If your thinking about getting a bike this one should be considered.
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Rick Kane
a Weekend Warrior
from Loma Linda, CA Date Reviewed: July 12, 1999
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Strengths:
Price of $199 Balance Smooth RIde Cro-Moly Frame Rock Shox
Weaknesses:
ProMax Brakes Suntour Crank
Similar Products Used:
Crappy Diamond Backs
Bottom Line:
Terrific bike for somebody who wants to get in to riding. Clean bike with decent components and an astounding price compared to any other comparable bikes. Just remember to go to Costco for $199 and then pay a bike shop twn bucks to adjust the cables and fine tune it.
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Pat
a Weekend Warrior
from Grosse Pointe Michigan Date Reviewed: July 5, 1999
Favorite Trail:
Red River at Bald Mtn.
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Strengths:
Shocks are great! Like the V brakes. Good bike for an intermediate to advanced rider.
Weaknesses:
None!!
Similar Products Used:
The Gary Fisher Tassajara.
Bike Setup:
Gary Fisher, RST
Bottom Line:
GREAT BIKE..I LIKE IT A LOT..I WOULD RECOMNED IT
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NitroS
a Weekend Warrior
from Australia Date Reviewed: July 4, 1999
Favorite Trail:
Olympic 2000 Trail
Duration Product Used:
tested or demo'ed only
Strengths:
CrMo frame, heaps of gears, general good workmanship
Weaknesses:
Weight, shocks
Similar Products Used:
GT products
Bike Setup:
24 gears, rock shox
Bottom Line:
Great bike even though its weight and some of its crappy components
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perry cooper
a Weekend Warrior
from fresno,ca Date Reviewed: May 17, 1999
Favorite Trail:
woodward park
Duration Product Used:
less than 1 month
Strengths:
After looking around at other brands. you get way more for the buck. i'm very happy so far and i am looking forward to small upgrades in the near future.
Weaknesses:
assembly at costco could be better.front and rear derailer and shifters need to be re sync't.however the ride is sweet once you get used to it.
Similar Products Used:
gt,bridgestone,misc.
Bottom Line:
For me, a weekend warrior it does the trick. after looking around at others in it's price range it kicks butt......not bad on weight. but for 300.00 who's complaining? i dont know the star system to well but this bike is atleast a solid 4 considering all.
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David
a Weekend Warrior
from Austin, TX Date Reviewed: May 5, 1999
Favorite Trail:
Barton Creek-Austin, Kelly Creek-Kerrville
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Strengths:
Cost, cost, cost, comfort, low maintenance, looks
Weaknesses:
Shocks, derailers, weight
Similar Products Used:
Trek, Cannondale
Bike Setup:
Stock
Bottom Line:
I have a '98, black. It was my reintroduction into riding. I'm now making the step up to FS. But I am keeping this bike. Very little maintenance. Eventually I'll put a better shock on. The 98's came with Indy S's, the bottom of the line. With a 220lb build, the Indy S doesn't cut it. But other than that, and having to replace those crappy pedals with clipless, it's been a good friend. After a few hour ride, I'm not nearly as sore as with an aluminum hardtail. The chrome-ally frame absorbs more bumps than aluminum. The trade-off is the weight. With a repair kit, spare tube, pump, and water bottles (have sinced added a camel-bak) the weight is approaching 40lbs. But for the money, it's an excellent starter bike. Will keep mine, and slowly upgrade components. It's the bike that got me hooked, and gave me da fever.
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Mike
a Cross-Country Rider
from Seattle Date Reviewed: April 19, 1999
Favorite Trail:
The olympics
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Strengths:
Bang for the buck
Weaknesses:
crankset
Bottom Line:
Buy one for $380 @ costco and use the sixty bucks you saved to upgrade the cheesey crankset/chainrings. Nicely balanced little ride.
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Lee
a Weekend Warrior
from Ga Date Reviewed: March 19, 1999
Favorite Trail:
anywhere
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Strengths:
Bike is strong and very well balanced. Pretty light for the price.
Weaknesses:
Could use a better set of derailers. Some Judy XC's would be nice too.
Bottom Line:
A very good budget bike. Has room for upgrades but as is will keep the average biker happy. I like the balance. I tried a Schwinn and then a cannondale and to be honest the Mongoose was balanced better. The Canondale was a higher end bike but the diference didn't equal the extra $250. When I consider what I paid, $425, this bike earns all 5 stars. If I forget price and just compare it too what I would like instead of afford I would give it 3.
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Submitted by
Shawn
a weekend warrior
from Northridge, CA Date Reviewed: February 27, 1999
Bottom Line:
I just bought this bike and overall, I like it alot. However, the cheap crank and derailers need alot of fine tuning to keep the chain somewhat quiet during the ride. I wish Mongoose had used better parts which would have given this bike the 5 flame rating.
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Submitted by
Mark Long
a cross-country rider
from Canberra Australia Date Reviewed: December 29, 1998
Bottom Line:
I just got this bike and I think it is great! It is built well and is smooth to ride. It is well balanced and the shimano rapid fire gears are excellent. I would recommend this bike to anyone.
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Submitted by
Sean
a cross-country rider
from Singapore Date Reviewed: December 29, 1998
Bottom Line:
for a average rider who's buget for bike is on the lower side this buy would be the best! its componets and frame are all well done! i juz bought this bike not long and i would say that it has lifted up to my expectations and had done even better than it. it is stable and easy to control. on the whole this bike is good!
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