Submitted by
danschofield
a Weekend Warrior
from daniel@danielschofield.orangehome.co.uk Date Reviewed: May 9, 2009
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$2500.00
Purchased At:
biketreks, UK
Strengths:
All of it
Weaknesses:
Decals
Bike Setup:
X9 with AM upgrade - thomson stem/post, hope proII hubs, DT swiss 5.1 wheels, 20mm bolt through rock shock forks, WTB rocket V saddle, Fox rp23 shock
Bottom Line:
Everyhting about this bike is quality. It gives you so much confident and has got me out of some near crash situations. Trust it and you cant go wrong.
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Submitted by
SCOTT
a Weekend Warrior
from CHAPIN, SC, USA Date Reviewed: July 13, 2007
Favorite Trail:
EASTERN SLICKROCK, DUPONT FOREST, PISGAH , NC
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$1699.00
Purchased At:
CAMBRIA
Strengths:
CLIMBS SO MUCH BETTER THAN EXPECTED....DOWNHILL LIKE A TORPEDO. PICKS YOUR LINES FOR YOU...NO MORE GLUED EYES TO THE TRAIL LIKE MY CHAMELEON...VALUE FOR THE DOLLAR
Weaknesses:
THIS BIKE HAS NO WEAKNESS BUT THE D AM KIT NEEDED SEVERE UPGRADES, LIKE WHEELS AND CRANK AND FORK! BEAT WAITING 8-14 WEEKS FOR A FRAME THOUGH...
Similar Products Used:
JAMIS XLT DAKAR AND XLT
Bike Setup:
SMALL FRAME (5' 6" I AM) RACXE FACE DEUS,FOX FLOATRL 140,MAVIC CROSSTRAILS,XT FRONT AND REAR XTR CASSETTE,THOMSON STEM AND POST.
Bottom Line:
NO MATTER WHERE YOU GO,NO MATTER WHAT YOU PAY,NO MATTER WHO YOU TALK TO....THE NEW HECKLER CANT BE BEAT. THIS BIKE WILL TURN YOU INTO A HECKLER-A-HOLIC. I CANT EAT,SLEEP OR WORK W/O WANTING TO TAKE IT WITH ME. YOU RIDE THE NEW HECKLER....THE NEW ONE ONLY....THEN RIDE A NEW BLUR LT OR EVEN THE NOMAD LIKE I DID....YOU WILL,W/O A SHADOW OF A DOUBT, WITHOUT ANY RESERVATIONS....BUY THE HECKLER.THEY FOUND A WAY TO PERFORM MAGIC WITH THE WAY THIS BIKE RIDES,CLIMBS,JUMPS,ETC....I CANNOT SAY ENOUGH! NO, I DONT WORK FOR SC.
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Submitted by
Ryan McCOy
a
from Chicago, IL Date Reviewed: October 9, 2006
Favorite Trail:
anything with dirt as well
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$735.00
Purchased At:
Jonnysporkets
Strengths:
Fast, sturdy, and can take a crapload of abuse. I was just getting into freeriding, because i was a xc'er and wanted to dabble into more aggressive and fasterriding, being a larger guy, figured this would be a good testing bike. I had a GT I-Drie race, but broke it. This bike is very responsive and trustworty. I don't have the crappy 5th element shock on it, but a 2006 Fox DH5 and it is friggin killer! I can't say enough about this bike. No issues as of yet, just have to remember to tighten the bolts everyonce in a while for normal wear and tear!!! Just got a new Pike put on and eventhough it is a bit squishy, a stiffer spring will help emmensly. I want to ride it everyday, but work sucks
IF YOU LIKE TO RIDE ANYWHERE AND EVERYWHERE BUY THE 06 HECKLER. CAN'T GO WRONG!!
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Submitted by
mtb
a
from Tustin Date Reviewed: December 16, 2005
Favorite Trail:
Aliso
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Strengths:
This frame is the best investment I've made in a very long time. Santa Cruz continues to manufacture awesome bikes. The welding is excellent. No known issues to report.
Weaknesses:
ummmmm still thinking...okay, maybe they can shed some weight off the frame. Other then that, I can't think of anything else.
Similar Products Used:
Giant XTC AC1 01.
Bike Setup:
Fox RLC 06, Mavic 819 w/chris king hubs, Thompson seatpost-n-stem, Easton CNT XC 06, Rocket V saddle, 2.1 Nevegals, RP3 Fox shox, XT hallowtech cranks 06, Crank bro mallets, XT front/rear deraillure, XT shifters, and Hayes brakes.
Bottom Line:
This bike handles awesome. The frame is solid and it rides very smooth. The bike I built is specifically to my riding style. I wanted a bike that did everything. I'm a mix between XC/FR/Urban. The Heckler is down right strong and ready to take anything you throw at it.
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Submitted by
TomFL
a Racer
from Palm City, FL Date Reviewed: December 3, 2003
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Strengths:
Very sturdy frame, bike handles great, and the 5th element coilover really works. I'm not there with the setup on it yet, but I'm getting closer and am happy with the difference each change makes.
Weaknesses:
Two fairly major flaws so far: When using the 5th element coil shock, you can't mount a water bottle in the normal spot. There is a 2nd water bottle holder below the downtube, but good luck getting to it during a ride. 2nd issue is that the swingarm covers the adjustment screws for the front derailleur, making setup and adjustments almost impossible.
Similar Products Used:
Simiiar? Hmmm.....2 years on a Titus switchblade.
Bike Setup:
XTR, Thomson, Raceface, TALAS fork, all decent stuff. Setup as a HD trailbike rather than a hucker. Right at 30lbs, 1 oz with some pretty aggressive tires on it. Could easily be built into a reliable mid-28lb ride if you so desired.
Bottom Line:
So far I'm very happy with the frame. As mentioned above, I built this more as a go-anywhere, do-anything trailbike. The bike handles very well and tracks straight as an arrow in the turns. It's suprising just what you can get over with 5" of travel. The 5th element coilover is pretty amazing. It doesn't bob at all as long as you stay seated. Even when standing, it doesn't feel like there's 5" of travel under you. It still feels a little harsh in the initial 1" of travel, but I'm working with the shock manual to try to tune that out. The changes I've made to the shock have made dramatic changes in the way it feels, so it's encouraging to think I will be very happy with it the more I learn about it and tinker with it. The TALAS fork is probably not needed with this frame, I bought it thinking I could crank down the travel if needed on steep climbs. I've tinkered with that once or twice, and although it's a cool feature, the bike definately handles best in the 5" travel mode. When you consider how affordable this frame is, it's hard to beat if you can live with a 2 extra lbs of frame weight.
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Submitted by
Eddie
a
from Boulder, CO Date Reviewed: April 4, 2003
Favorite Trail:
Waterfall Trail
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$3200.00
Purchased At:
Sports Garage
Strengths:
Very solid feel on the trail, nice gusseting around the headtube, trick asymetrical rear triangle, and good customer service. When working, the 5th element/single pivot suspension works like a dream, better than any other f/s bike I've ever ridden. Great tunability of the shock, but too advanced for someone with no experience in suspension tuning. The bike also looks pretty darn cool too. Having a bottle opener on the non-drive drop-out is also pretty cool.
Weaknesses:
5th Element shock blew the oil seal on 3rd ride, sent it off, bike hung in garage for a week and a half, got it back mounted and also noticed that front and rear pivot bolts were already bent, next ride the oil seal blew again, bike hangs in garage for another week and a half-very frustrated at spending $3,200 to have a bike hang in my garage. Some people might consider setting up and tuning the 5th element overwhelming, but that is really a bonus for advanced riders.
Next had to get a new bushing/mounting bolt kit shipped because of excessive wear and slop in shock mounts. Next had drop-out hanger bolts come loose on the trail...shifting went to crap. Next had main pivot bolts come loose!!! Now taking back to the shop for further shock pivot warranty work.
Paint job could be a little more robust, it's too easily scratched.
2002 Z1 fr, shimano xt/lx drivetrain, xt disc brakes, thompson stem and 1.5in offset seat post-needed for getting a good position on the bike.
Bottom Line:
I love the way this bike rides on the trail, an amazing peddler when everything is working. Jumps fluidly, lands 5-6 drops nice and solid although I can feel a little rear wheel wiggle if landing off camber, and no suspension bob when climbing. I was initially very dis-satisfied with my 5th element shock since it broke twice in the first month, but since my last warranty replacement the shock has worked like a champ. I am still quite dis-gruntled with the shock mount bushing/bolt slop and will be leaving it at the shop for some warranty attention.
It currently weighs 32.5 lb's with a heavy wheelset (xt hubs, ryhno-lite rims, and IRC Kujo dh 2.35 tires), but I hope to drop 2 lb's by going to a lighter hub/rim/tire combo. Even as is, I can handle peddling up the steepest climbs thanks to a 22x34 low gear. Once this bike is pointed downhill it goes very fast, much faster and smoother than my older RM Slayer.
This bike is no xc-racer or dh rig, but an excellent riding trail bike, light weight freeride, and dirt jumping fool.
I will be much happier with it when the shock mount slop is eliminated. My advice to potential buyers, save yourself some money and buy this as a frame, then build it up specific for yourself- it will be cheaper!
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Submitted by
Steve
a
from San Jose, CA Date Reviewed: March 13, 2003
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Purchased At:
LBS
Strengths:
5th Element (please see "Progressive Suspension 5th Element" review)
Weaknesses:
5th Element (please see "Progressive Suspension 5th Element" review)
Bike Setup:
5th Element, Fox Vanilla RLC, King Head-n-Hubs, XT/XTR, Hope M4's, Thomson, Easton, etc
Bottom Line:
This is more of an equalizer for the pre-reviewer. I do understand his frustration (I’ve been without my 5th Element for 3+ weeks now). I mean no disrespect, but the rear shock should not have such a substantial reflect on the bike value or overall rating (maybe some, but not all). This section is for the Heckler and not for the rear shock. The heckler is a superb bike (as the pre-reviewer admits), and it’s by far one of the best (if not the best) freeride machines on the market. The 5th Element is questionable, but look at rear shock reviews for that. I love my Heckler, and when it’s working, I’ll bet Ian loves his too.
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Submitted by
Ian
a Weekend Warrior
from Coquitlam, BC, Canada Date Reviewed: January 19, 2003
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Strengths:
Excellent performance from 5th emement shock - (when it's working)...great looking bike especially in yellow, great handling bike (when it's ridable), stiff and simple design.
Weaknesses:
-BLEW THE SHOCK ON THE 4TH RIDE!!!!!!!!!!!1 -BROKE THE SHOCK MOUNT RIGHT OFF ON THE 5TH RIDE!!!!! -A bit heavy for only 5" travel. -No bottle mounts that are really usable (the top one is useless as the bottle will hit the piggyback reservior on the shock, the bottom one is in a stupid place that no bottle cage will survive.) -Had to majorly dish the rear wheel to get it to center between the swingarm. -The rear shock bolt was bent when I got the bike (as an unridden frameset!)
I am pretty choked at this bike. It has been broken for more time than it has been working. I can overlook some of it's weaknesses, but it was just today that I broke the top shock mount off it doing a lousy 3 foot drop (the aluminum plates just sheared right off), so understandably, I am using this website to vent! This was the bikes 5th ride. The last time I rode it (ride number 4), I blew the shock doing maybe a 4 foot drop. I sent the shock in to Progressive and they fixed it promptly - thank you Progressive. But I don't think it should have blown in the first place being so new.
Either I have the worst luck when it comes to this bike or it is a piece of crap. I expected this machine to be a major upgrade from my old K2, but so far it can't take anywhere near the punishment that the K2 could (and it cost about the same as this Santa Cruz frameset did - for the entire bike!). Admittedly, I am not the easiest rider when it comes to my equipment (hey the North Shore is 25 minutes away!) but 2 major failures in 3 months is unacceptable, and it's not like I'm dropping 10 footers on it. I want to love this bike because it rides sweet when it works, but it will take some time for me to trust it again!
I don't know what else to say except I'm pretty unhappy.
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Submitted by
Stephen
a
from San Jose, Ca Date Reviewed: January 8, 2003
Favorite Trail:
Anything with dirt!
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$1.00
Purchased At:
LBS, in Santa Cruz
Strengths:
5th element, stability (has a chro-mo feel), Can Opener, It’s a Santa Cruz!
Weaknesses:
long wheel base makes switch-backs difficult. (I have a large).
Similar Products Used:
Turner, Specialized, Ellworth.
Bike Setup:
5th Element, Fox Vanilla RLC, King Head-n-Hubs, XT/XTR, Hope M4's, Thomson, Easton, etc.
Bottom Line:
I've only had the bike for a few months, but have put about 150 miles on it already. It may not be as fast a climber as say a Turner ’02 (sweet bike), but it still climes great! The 5th Element constantly amazes me. Like everyone else, I’m still dialing things in. Although set up for freeride/cross country, I still downhill with the best of ‘em. In fact, the faster you go, the better it feels! Before I got the heckler, I was always last in line, but now I stay ahead of all my riding buddies and their high-end bikes (Turner, Intense, Cannondale, Ellsworth). Although I may have a few small personal problems, it’s nothing that can’t be fixed. Even though the bike weighs in at a stout 31 lbs. It feels about 5 lbs less. Bottom line, I’m in love with my bike. If I had the money, I would seriously consider buying anther one, just because I like it that much. (I’m always keeping my eye open for a used one) If you want a great all around do anything bike, you won’t find anything better (check out the Jan. ’03 issue of Mountain Bike Action, great review). If you want to go cross-country a little faster than the Heckler, get the Blur, or a Turner ’02. But trust me, they wont be as fun!
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Submitted by
Mike
a Cross Country Rider
from Norwich,CT USA Date Reviewed: November 22, 2002
Favorite Trail:
too many
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$1179.00
Purchased At:
Family Cycling Center , Santa Cruz CA
Strengths:
Beffy frame, single pivot design, 5th Element shock polished swing arm (optional)
Weaknesses:
see below
Similar Products Used:
Gary Fisher Sugar 1, Cannondale Jekyll 3000
Bike Setup:
Fox Vanilla 125mm fork, Chris King Hubs and headset, Race Face cranks and B.B., Hayes Disc's, Easton bars and post.
Bottom Line:
Being a big fan of Santa Cruz bikes I finally plunked down some cash for a new XL Heckler frame with the 5th Element shock. I only have about 5 rides on it and so far it seems to be exactly what I wanted, climbs awesome and gives you the confidence to take on whatever you throw at it. Here are some of my problems with it. 1. The shock mounting hole in the swing arm seems to be located a bit to far forward resulting in a uneven surface for the bolt to torque to - result - bent bolt. I removed the shock the day I received the frame only to notice the lower bolt is bent! I was told they are all coming throught like that. 2. The new replaceable drop out is nice except I can't get my rear tire to be centered in the frame because the drop out moves even when properly tightened, I solved the problem by using a stainless washer as a wedge. 3. SRAM derailleurs don't seem to like the new drop out. I can't adjust the "B" tension to get the chain gap close enough to the cassette. Other than that I really like the bike.
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Submitted by
TStew
a
from Connecticut Date Reviewed: November 12, 2002
Favorite Trail:
CaseMart
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$1100.00
Strengths:
Fine example of hand-crafted workmanship from the folkz at SC! The welds are flawless.
Weaknesses:
none so far.
Bike Setup:
5th Element, Psylo SL, King headset, RaceFace Deuse stem, hellbent bars, XT hydro,rhynolite wheelset, thompson elite post, yada yada
Bottom Line:
After drooling in anticipation to get this rig built, I finally got to see why the 5th Element is so sweet and worth the wait. This ride is the perfect 5 & 5 deal. Relatively light, but can take some punishment. I highly recommend one if you have the means! It's not (yet) a "me too" bike like the Bullit has become. I really wanted a frameset with the 5th Element, but didn't need the 7" of travel or the xtra weight the Bullit offers. The Heckler will not disappoint you, that's for sure.
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Submitted by
revlis
a Cross Country Rider
from London Date Reviewed: October 28, 2002
Favorite Trail:
Cwn Carn
Duration Product Used:
Tested or demo'ed only
Strengths:
Strong, versitile, low maintenance, fast. Fits nicely between Superlight and Bullit - more robust and plush than the SL, without the super big-hit penalty of the B. Solid construction and paint.
Weaknesses:
Slowish turn-in on the climbs compared to traditional XC FRS bikes. Excellent pedaller, but not quite a mountain goat. Really makes up for it on the way down.
Large frame. Hope Minis Fox Vanilla RLC forx FOx Float RL shock
Bottom Line:
A confidence-inspiring ride, and great all-rounder. Focussed slightly more on the downward bits than the upward bits, but extremely capable climber nonetheless. Really plush and very active for a single pivot bike. Very limited feedback through the pedals - even in the granny over rocky climbs. No problem riding up the most technical bits of Cwn Carn and Afan forest trails in Sth Wales, and a total blast coming down again. Feels solid enough to hit anything at pace and just not worry about the bike. If you race XC - you should be looking at the Superlight. If you jump off big stuff - you should look at the Bullit. If you do a bit of both, but mostly trail/epic stuff - you should test this bike. It is a great solution. Good value compared to SL and Bullit. Excellent all-round performance.
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Submitted by
Chris Patrick
a Cross Country Rider
from N Easton Date Reviewed: October 17, 2002
Favorite Trail:
Too many to choose from
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$1100.00
Purchased At:
Union Cycle - Attleboro MA
Strengths:
This is marked a 2003 frame, I just got it 10/11/02. Beefy but minimalist frame and beefy single pivot rear triangle. Nice work on the drop-outs, a replaceable right dropout/and integrated derailer hanger keeps with Santa Cruz's philosophy of having a beefy derailer hanger for crisp shifting, but the availability of replacement is a plus, should a catastrophic event occur - seems like previous models lack created this demand. I esp. like the cool integrated bottle opener on the left dropout for those post ride microbrews... -Heavy gusseting on the headtube, I run a zoke Z1, perfect match with the fork. Who needs 1.5 standard? -5th element shock takes this single pivot design to the top of the pack. It offers a smooth, worry free, no-bobbing ride. Progressive Technologies has got it right. -Un-interupted seat tube=No worries interfeering with the shock and susp. assembly, look out on some bike designs. Full front triangle, with accomodations for TWO Waterbottles. Night riding battery storage - gotta have it you know. -5 Inches rear travel - great choice for a bike that blurs the line between Cross Country & Free Fide feel. -Available with wide choice of shocks - Fox Float for the weight weenies, and a variety of coils to choose from including the 5th element. -Great forethought installing accomodations for full length cable routing all around, OR run your cables with split housing if that's your preferance. Cool Ideas SC! WOW what more can I say!
Weaknesses:
None so far. Still dialing it in. Although I would like to have the option of running a V brake in the rear. (I have always run disc front/V Brake rear on my Superlight, and have grown to like this set-up as an option.)
Similar Products Used:
SantaCruz Superlight - 1 Year, I needed a good trail bike. This one was worth the wait.
This is a review after owning less then a month. This is a review for a 2003 frame. I love my 2001 Superlight, But So far this bike is by far the most fun bike I've ever owned. It was a great deal too, 1100 for a frame w 5th element is a great value. Who should buy? Anyone looking for a great bike that blurs the line between Freeride and Cross Country. This is not a super lightweight contender. It is also not a bike to take all of your insane drops with - it is beefy, but with time it would suffer I think, buy a SC Bullet/Super 8 if that's your gig. At about 30 or so lbs built up, its confidence inspiring and fast fast on the downhills, and flats, and climbing hasn't been too big an adjustment, but I can notice the extra weight. I don't care, Its great for a big guy looking for a great X Country bike, with extra beefy long travel feel. I weigh 218 and ride 3 to 4 times a week-year-round. It fits the bill perfectly as a fun trail bike, the other bikes will stay in the basement all the time now. If you want yours, be prepared to wait though, it took 6 months from order date to my LBS before I could see it. SC customer service was real upfront and honest throughout the whole process, and emailed me to keep me happy during the wait. Email me if you want more info.
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Submitted by
Josh Monfredini
a Cross Country Rider
from San Francisco Date Reviewed: October 17, 2002
Don't know what else to say other than my search is finallyover. There's many great rides out there but for simplicity and performance, this is the one. (-Tired of playing w/pivot slop & creaks after years of abuse: 1 pivot=less hassle)The best compliment I can give this bike is that you don't feel the shock & pivot working, but you know its working. It's just always there when you need it, no matter how ugly the trail gets. Solid...yet plush..Oh, and here's the best part-It pedals well. So with all the praise comes the downside: unless you have buddies at Santa Cruz, plan on waiting a while...a very long while.
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Submitted by
Chris Brownfield
a Cross Country Rider
from San Francisco Date Reviewed: October 14, 2002
Favorite Trail:
oh so so many...
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$800.00
Purchased At:
Yuba Expeditions
Strengths:
Burly frame, can finally put on a burly front shock, Fifth Element is awesome
Weaknesses:
Haven't found one yet
Similar Products Used:
99 Heckler (still in stable)
Bike Setup:
Z1FR fork, LX/XT drivetrain, F219 rims, Chris King hubs/headset, Syntace VRO bars
Bottom Line:
Rented one from Greg at Yuba and halfway thru the ride I made up my mind to buy Greg's used frame he had hanging in the rafters (his old frame, now using a Blur); my buddy that same afternoon bought the demo he was riding (a xcountry racer we hadn't convinced to go full suspension til now!). Burly riding capable, tracks well, pedals well...great trail bike! Another friend of mine just got one he'd been waiting for for a while. We all love 'em.
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Submitted by
Damon
a Cross Country Rider
from Salem, Oregon Date Reviewed: September 9, 2002
Favorite Trail:
McDonald Forest
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$2500.00
Purchased At:
Santiam Bicycle
Strengths:
Light weight for a full suspension, Gusseted frame, new replaceable dropout.
Weaknesses:
none that I can see so far.
Similar Products Used:
Klien Mantra (for 5 years)
Bike Setup:
Large frame, Fox 125mm front shock, Fox Float R, Salsa Gordo rims, XT components, Shimano Deore disc's, Hayes rotors, Maxxis High Rollers f & r.
Bottom Line:
Love it, Love it, Love it. With my last bike I became tired after some steep down hill that required much braking. This thing kicks a**! Point and go, the bike does the rest. The Fox front fork is plush and burly, but has many knobs and things to turn, it could be simpler. The brake upgrade was a great thing for me, the Deore seems to have some more smooth breaking. The wheels were changed because I am a big guy at 230 lbs, and I wanted something that would handle my big butt. Super comfy and loves to go for hours. I have only had about 40 miles on it so far and can't wait to go well past 1000. Everything on this beast makes me smile!Perfect for the person who loves long evil rides to test your abilities and should do great racing. Give it a shot, you will love it. My first Santa Cruz and I hope it won't be the last.
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Submitted by
Matthew
a Cross Country Rider
from Rochester, NY USA Date Reviewed: August 28, 2002
Favorite Trail:
Tryon
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$1100.00
Purchased At:
Towpath
Strengths:
Looks sweet, beefy yet somewhat lightweight. Progressive Fifth Element Shock. Good cross between XC and Freeride. Replaceable dropout.
Weaknesses:
Paintjob not so good. Replaceable dropout just seems like a fancified der. hanger.
Similar Products Used:
None. Coming from hardtail.
Bike Setup:
Metallic Blue XTR + XT drivetrain. XT disc hubs with Mavic 317's. Thomson stem and post. Psylo SL.
Bottom Line:
This bike is sweet. I have been waiting all summer for this baby just got it on Friday the 23rd of August. Took a trip to Holiday Valley this weekend and rode the heck out of her. The Fifth Element needs a lot of tweaking to get it dialed in just right but even with just a quick setup it rides really good. Hard to notice any pedal bob and still has a nice plush ride. Does feel a little weird bunnyhopping but I can get used to that. Overall for the money I think this is one of the best buys out there for a XC/Freeride machine. Feel free to E-Mail me with ?'s.
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