Submitted by
Al
a Racer
from Concord, NH US Date Reviewed: January 2, 2002
Favorite Trail:
Sedona around RR Crossing
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$1649.00
Purchased At:
Supergo
Strengths:
Light. Handling. Gold. That feeling.
Weaknesses:
Loosing teeth on my big chainring riding big technical rocks like never before.
Similar Products Used:
Trek 300 and 400 carbon.
Bike Setup:
XTR drivetrain, shifters, brakes, Titec Ti Seatpost, Titec Ti Stem, SID Race shock, Titec Ti bar, Tioga rims and Hugi hubs, Time ATAC carbon, Salsa grips. Fizik saddle(surprisingly comforatble with Pearl Izumi ultrasensor shorts.
Bottom Line:
I went from a 26# Jamis CrMo XT to this , <22#. My riding has gone up another level. This enlightened girl tears up hills and handles incredibly quickly in the tight stuff. Also easy to manipulate on big rocks, drops etc. If you can find one, buy it!!! I can't imagine an easier to ride hardtail.
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Submitted by
Drew
a Racer
from Houton, TX , USA Date Reviewed: August 5, 2001
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Bottom Line:
A great Hardtail! The Frame is light, and its got some sweet shimano xtr racing stuff. A recommended buy for the serious racer!
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Be discriptive
a Racer
from URanus Date Reviewed: April 9, 2001
Favorite Trail:
the never ending crator
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$10101010.00
Purchased At:
711
Strengths:
nothing...well umm maybe the crank...but wait nOP!!!! price is good
Weaknesses:
everything........its heavey..its like 22 pounds its like a fregging weight seight or somtin......REALY HEAVY and hard to climb and the frame bends ALOT!!!!! cranks broke 1 weeks after on a race............seat is the worst every XTR suked realy realy bad it ttok over 3 minutes to shift one gear!!!!!wheels wobble and bend when riding just on paavement.....................
IT SUUUUCCCCCCCCCCCKKKSSSif there were like minus 10000 chilis. thats what i would pick
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Submitted by
Mel
a Cross Country Rider
from Saskatoon Date Reviewed: March 31, 2001
Favorite Trail:
Gt cup
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$1600.00
Purchased At:
EBAY
Strengths:
Weight, components, geometry, and the price I got it for!
Weaknesses:
None so far
Similar Products Used:
Cannondale Team Sobe, Killer V F700, Trek 6500, and Titus racer x
Bike Setup:
Full xtr, Sid Race, Titec carbon and titanium stem, seatpost, and bar. Time pedals.
Bottom Line:
I got an awesome deal on my new racing bike $1600 USD brand new from the Schwinn factory, instead of paying $3460 retail! I love the gold paintjob and everything about this bike. Though it is true that you cannot ride this bike everyday, I have my other dream bike that I use on the trails... Titus racer x
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Submitted by
Jeff
a
from San Clemente,Ca Date Reviewed: March 13, 2001
Favorite Trail:
San Juan Trail
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Strengths:
Weight, Stiffness, Geometry. Perfect for racing!
Weaknesses:
Price? Might be a little stiff to ride everyday.
Bike Setup:
XTR Drivetrain, Avid Single Digit Ti Brakes, Raceface Seatpost, Titec Ti Stem, LP Carbon Bar, Truvative ISIS Stylo Crank, SID SL, Mavic 517 Wheels, Hutchinson Python Airlight Tires, Time Carbon Pedals
Bottom Line:
Unbelievable bike....! Never realized how quickly I could climb on a 20.25 lb bike. Very stiff and responsive. I am used to full suspension and was surprised how fast I could still descend by throwing the bike around. I could still probably shave a little weight off, but would sacrifice durability..I would be better served not to order that last burger.. Highly recommended!
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Submitted by
Norm Hansen
a Cross Country Rider
from Wauconda,IL,USofA Date Reviewed: November 18, 2000
Favorite Trail:
Kettle Moraine johnmuir to ema carlin conector trail
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Purchased At:
local bike shop
Strengths:
it's light.it's fast.climbs great.handles great. did I say light?
Weaknesses:
rear end very light. didn't like SID RACE fork to stiff&short travel
Similar Products Used:
99 Homegrown FACTORY TEAM ,98 HOMEGROWN XTR, GT ZASKAR LE
Bike Setup:
FULL XTR DRIVE W/RAPID RISE DERAILLEUR 2000 SID SL FORK EASTON MONKEY LITE HANDLEBAR RELACED REAR WHEEL WITH 3 CROSS REV SPOKES SDG SADDLE,RINGLE SEATPOST & SHIMANO 858 PEDALS
Bottom Line:
BEST HOMEGROWN I HAVE HAD PERIOD JUST ABOUT CLIMBS IT SELF 20 3/4 POUNDS WOW!!
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Submitted by
wendy
a Cross Country Rider
from new jersey Date Reviewed: November 11, 2000
Favorite Trail:
wissahickon, philly
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$3220.00
Purchased At:
local bike shop
Strengths:
excellent climber, light weight, extremely responsive, great component mix
Weaknesses:
front end is a little light and has a tendency to float on uphills
Similar Products Used:
other hardtails
Bike Setup:
xtr, sid race, monkey bar light low rise, time pedals, mavic 517 rims
Bottom Line:
I love the compliments I get as I pass the boys on the uphills, and here I thought it was my nice ass. This bike has drastically improved my riding in a short time. It handles extremely well, very responsive, a waif at 21 lbs it climbs like nobody's business.
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Submitted by
bob
a
from colorado Date Reviewed: October 1, 2000
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Strengths:
The Homegrown rules. I am not sure what is wrong with biggie who gave the bike a one but he has obviously not ridden this bike or is trying to keep IF in business. I got the frame (ano black) and built it up with some my old parts and a new side. I hope to get a few lighter parts for the bike but it still weighs just a little over 21 pounds and rides as good as any bike I have ever ridden
Weaknesses:
Now yet. The ano finish has been very durable / decals have gotten a little banged up.
Similar Products Used:
Specialized Stump Jumper (too stiff), Trek Carbon ( a bit harsh in the rear end. Schwinn Rocket 88 (not yet ready for full suspension)
Bike Setup:
XT.XTR mix with sid fork and 1 inch riser bar
Bottom Line:
The Best Hardtail I have yet riden
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Submitted by
Ellen Carroll
a Racer
from Atlanta, Ga usa Date Reviewed: May 8, 2000
Favorite Trail:
1996 Olympic course
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Strengths:
Perfect feeling frame! Stiff but forgiving. Extremely light and responsive!
Weaknesses:
Zip
Similar Products Used:
GT Zaskar GT Xiang
Bike Setup:
Full XTR, SID Race, Titec Ti Stem, Titec Ti Handlebars, and Titec Carbon seatpost. Hugi w/Mavic 517 rims.
Bottom Line:
I have raced some top of the line bikes but this one is overall the best. It climbs fast and efficient, it is stiff yet the proprietary alloy is plush feeling. I have raced two times on this bike and those results were my best this year! This bike is a professional level race bike or if you just want the best to explore trails this bike is well worth the money.
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Submitted by
Glen Walter
a Cross Country Rider
from Honolulu HI Date Reviewed: March 9, 2000
Favorite Trail:
Aiea Loop
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Strengths:
JUst got it today and took a short jeep raod ride. Wow what a ride. Used to steel naver liked the feel af aluminum but this bike is very forgiving. Updated fork to Marz. z-2 x-fly new design for more travel. Great at climbing. I am a big guy at 6'5" 225 and I think this 21" frame bike is beefy enough to handle my weight. Bike weights a mere 22.3lbs
Weaknesses:
none I can see yet just having to get used to a smaller frame and the feel of aluminum over steel
Similar Products Used:
Klien adroit Schwinn Karakoram
Bike Setup:
Factory spec except for Marzocchi z-2 x-fly
Bottom Line:
Pretty damn hot so far
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