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Submitted by
Scott Stephenson
a Cross Country Rider
from Amherst Mass U S A
Date Reviewed: November 7, 2009 | | Favorite Trail: | Rail trail and everywhere else | | Duration Product Used: | 3 months | | Price Paid: |
$575.00 | | Purchased At: | New Old STock Ebay | | Strengths: | Cromoly Steel , excellent bike design,great high end Shimano Components, Very Strong Black and red dart paint design. nice brakes and brake levers, love the handle bar.Has matching RED and Black Rock shox. | | Weaknesses: | NONE | | Similar Products Used: | older Cromoly steel bikes Croll custom bike Mongoose Stumpjumpers. | | Bike Setup: | Stock and all that i mentioned above. | | Bottom Line: | This is a very thoughtfully made bike .From the frame to the design and the color scheme. The matching shocks were such a nice touch.The bike handles well. It is sturdy and looks really nice too. Considering what people paid for similar show off bikes in the nineties,this was a bargain and MORE than well worth the money. !!! The bike new was about 850.00. This bike is super !! | Value Rating: Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Greg Gibbert
a Weekend Warrior
from Thousand Oaks, Ca. U.S.A.
Date Reviewed: May 1, 2007 | | Favorite Trail: | Jawbone | | Duration Product Used: | 3 months | | Price Paid: |
$8000.00 | | Purchased At: | Evansville Super Bike Shop | | Strengths: | Sent in my KTM 520 Engine for rebuilding | | Weaknesses: | Did Not install parts I paid for | | Similar Products Used: | none | | Bike Setup: | by Gary Virgin | | Bottom Line: | They ripped me off, they chsrged me for parts that were not installed and for work that they did not do, and they damaged my motor with some of the work that they did do.
I would Highley NOT recommend that any one let them touch there motor.
It also took them over 6 months to do the work, and I was told it would only take 6 weeks.
If you want proof just email me! | Value Rating: Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Dino Scalzo
a Cross Country Rider
from Minneapolis MN
Date Reviewed: April 22, 2007 | | Favorite Trail: | luce line | | Duration Product Used: | More than 3 years | | Price Paid: |
$700.00 | | Purchased At: | Columbia Heights Schwinn | | Strengths: | Race frame geometry, It's all about the frame, the wishbone style, epicenter seat stay design is excellent for v-brakes. It's a replica of the Homegrown frame that was made in the Yeti factory in CO It's race bred. | | Weaknesses: | none | | Similar Products Used: | Stumpjumper, Hardrock Comp | | Bike Setup: | Original 8 speed rapid fire shifters, Control Tech seatpost, XT shifters, XT hubs, Wheelsmith DB spokes,
Rhyno Lite rims, Schwalbe 2.35" slicks, Downhill tubes, Surly 1x1 fork, Selle Italia Flite Saddle, Nuke proof 135mm 0 degree rise stem. Handlebars from my old Stumpjumper with Pedros Blackwalls. | | Bottom Line: | These bikes are among the best bikes made for mountain biking. | Value Rating:Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Scott
a Racer
from Pensacola, Florida
Date Reviewed: May 2, 2003 | | Favorite Trail: | Oak Mountain, Alabama | | Duration Product Used: | More than 3 years | | Price Paid: |
$700.00 | | Purchased At: | Homewood Cycle & Fitness | | Strengths: | Good looking, nimble, strong. | | Weaknesses: | Schwinn is now owned by Pacific | | Similar Products Used: | Schwinn High Plains, Gary Fisher HT, others | | Bike Setup: | LX, Deore. Thudbuster seatpost | | Bottom Line: | Great bike. I'll never part with it! If the frame finally has enough of my abuse and snaps, I'll be on eBay to buy another 90-something Moab or Homegrown. The geometry is perfect and after all these years the frame still looks cool. Too bad the Schwinn legacy is no-longer, thanks to the mass-merchandising of the line. | | Value Rating:Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
fatcat
a
from hollywood, calif USA
Date Reviewed: April 8, 2003 | | Duration Product Used: | 6 months | | Price Paid: |
$349.00 | | Purchased At: | bike.2itB.com | | Strengths: | 100% chromoly frame, "epicenter" seatstay | | Weaknesses: | RST( antique) 2" travel fork, ProMax top pull cantilever brakes & levers, Shimano Acera hubs & Weiman wheels, Grip Shift shifters, Moab "heavier-than-hell" steel handlebar & stem | | Similar Products Used: | Gary Fisher "Hoo Koo Doo Doo" pile of crap hardtail | | Bike Setup: | With a limited budget, I bought a used orange Marzocchi Z1 Bam fork w/ 100mm travel (4"), put Shimano Deore V brakes and XT levers on for stopping, bought a pair of black Alex rims and Formula hubs, Kore downhill handlebar and a stem from a 2003
Mesa GSX. I left the "Grip Ships" on (until they break)
Maxxis 2.35 Mofos front and rear. | | Bottom Line: | This is an ugly 17" burgundy steel, late1995 Moab2 that was collecting dust at my local bikeshop. Its been in the shop since late 95, and according to the bikeshop owner, has been looked at by very few people. Why? It was pathetic--w/ the old cantilever brakes, 2" travel RST burgundy colored to match fork, dusty framed and some stupid jerk stole the front "Schwinn" emblem from the headtube, leaving half the sticker residue. It was originally a $599 bike. I paid $350 for it including the updated parts(see above). I also managed to find a round "Schwinn Quality" sticker for the front head tube. Its a real nice ride now. 7 speed is outdated but it rides great. Steel is real. A bit heavy but nice. The bike w/ its 100mm Marzocchi Z1 slips through any bumpy trail with ease. I think the "epicenter" seat stay makes the frame easier to handle(maybe psychological). Burgundy isn't my favorite colour for a bike, but with its handling and updates, its now pretty sweet. It also sports a "historic"
sticker on the seat tube----"Schwinn 1895-1995 100 Year Anniversary" | | Value Rating:Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
matthew
a Downhiller
from flagstaff, arizona, USA
Date Reviewed: July 29, 2002 | | Favorite Trail: | mount elden | | Duration Product Used: | More than 3 years | | Price Paid: |
$650.00 | | Purchased At: | high gear sports | | Strengths: | this bike holds up very good i have never hade to replace iany thing exept tires and hadlel bar grips. | | Weaknesses: | i found no weaknesses | | Similar Products Used: | 99 haro escape , 01 gt agressor very hevey | | Bike Setup: | all lx components | | Bottom Line: | this is a very good bike to own i will recmend it to evryone | | Value Rating:Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Scott Grubbs
a Racer
from Pensacola, Florida
Date Reviewed: July 6, 2002 | | Favorite Trail: | www.porc.org | | Duration Product Used: | More than 3 years | | Purchased At: | Homewood Cycles | | Strengths: | Nice looking colors and design. Strong, aggressive, nimble. | | Weaknesses: | sized a little small. Other than that, the 1998 version is great. Currently, however, Pacific Bike Inc. (who now owns Schwinn) is a little slow on the support of product. Schwinn name being tainted by Pacific's desire to make a Wal-Mart POS version of this once respected company. | | Similar Products Used: | Schwinn Highplains (old school), Schwinn Mesa | | Bike Setup: | Mostly Deore LX, Thudbuster seatpost... | | Bottom Line: | I got this frame as a warranty replacement for my 1991 Schwinn High Plans Alum which finally gave up in 1998 during a ride. Schwinn sent me the Moab frame as a replacement, and having this great frame moved me from the casual weekend rider to the serious racing rider. 2 words: Great frame. Good enough for racing. Dependable and very aggressive geometry. Even though the frame is nearly 5 years old, the colors and design still look good. Excellent for the $$. Pacific owns Schwinn now. We will see if they maintain the line. | | Value Rating:Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Ron Rawson
a Cross Country Rider
from Costa Mesa, CA
Date Reviewed: May 7, 2002 | | Favorite Trail: | El Moro Canyon | | Duration Product Used: | More than 3 years | | Price Paid: |
$700.00 | | Purchased At: | Supergo | | Strengths: | Great Frame, Cool Paint, Good Seat | | Weaknesses: | Rims are not great | | Bike Setup: | LX Rear Derailer, XT Hubs, Sun Rims, 545 Pedals | | Bottom Line: | This is an excellent bike for the money. The bike handles well and has really held up. I have over 4,500 miles of hard riding on this bike an almost nothing has ever broken. | | Value Rating:Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Dave A.
a Weekend Warrior
from Peoria, IL
Date Reviewed: June 24, 2000 | | Favorite Trail: | all | | Duration Product Used: | More than 3 years | | Strengths: | Design, price, looks. | | Weaknesses: | none | | Similar Products Used: | '96 Stumpjumper A1 FS | | Bike Setup: | Mostly stock, but XT shifters and better wheels. Changed fork innards to Mountain Speed speedsprings (firm). | | Bottom Line: | I've had this '97 Moab 2 (cro-mo) for 3 years and it still rocks. I've added a '98 Moab 1 to our stable, and now our youngster rides a '99 Moab 3. Ride it, love it, buy it. The new ones (2000) are still in the same price range with better components, so they're an even better value. They climb well, cornering is stable & tight, and fast on the flatlands.5 chilis ! | | Value Rating:Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
donald gillies
a
from phoenix, az
Date Reviewed: April 2, 2000 | | Duration Product Used: | 2 Years | | Strengths: | Awesome looks, excellent value | | Weaknesses: | Destroyed the plastic pedals, got flats in desert | | Bottom Line: | I bought a Moab II aluminum in late 1996 or early 1997. I destroyed both pedals within 30 days. It was very stupid of Schwinn to put resin pedals on the bike. The Moab II is the very best value among the Moabs. For the extra money, I didn't think that Moab I had much in the way of extra features ( more ugly crank, clipless pedals ).
I got lots of flats commuting in the Arizona desert. Other than that, I have no complaints at all. It's my first mountain bike, but I'm a road bike nut and I've owned several classic road bikes. This is my pick for an instant classic among mountain bikes...
This bicycle says "Schwinn" very strongly. I think the new owners have almost perfected the look of classic Schwinn bicycles. | | Value Rating:Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Eric
a Racer
from CT.
Date Reviewed: March 1, 2000 | | Duration Product Used: | 1 Year | | Strengths: | The bike is very good. I raced it last summer and i have no complants. I have added about $200 of upgrades and it weighs just under 24 pounds. I highly recamend it. | | Weaknesses: | none | | Bike Setup: | my bike came with an LX deraller, but i have feard that most bikes come with STX-RC. | | Bottom Line: | This bike is the best for the money. | | Value Rating:Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Ats Juurikas
a Cross Country Rider
from Pärnu,Estonia
Date Reviewed: January 31, 2000 | | Favorite Trail: | Paikuse dangerous woods | | Duration Product Used: | 6 months | | Strengths: | Good grip, good fork (long travel) ,all components are Shimano LX, so the quality is good. | | Weaknesses: | Weak rims | | Similar Products Used: | Scott yecora'97 | | Bike Setup: | Rock Shox judy c ;Shimano LX ;Zac19 rims w 32 spokes. | | Bottom Line: | This bike is good for cross country rider, it's a bit too good for weekend warrior and it's not suitable for racer. | | Value Rating:Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Ben Boldt
a Cross-Country Rider
from Deadwood, SD
Date Reviewed: August 19, 1999 | | Favorite Trail: |
Centennial trail in the Southern Black Hills | | Duration Product Used: |
3 months | | Strengths: |
Awesom climber, I like the Shimano mega 9 drive train is way cool. Awesome Judy long travel with the hydracoil spring system. | | Weaknesses: |
fast downhills are not very good | | Similar Products Used: |
Trek 820, good for climbing but not near as good as the schwinn moab 2 | | Bike Setup: |
Trek 820 Rock Shox indy s | | Bottom Line: | way cool and I would recommend this bike to anyone serious about mountain biking doing a little racing and recreational riding. The coolest bike I've ever ridden. Its also my bike. hehehe. oh I paid $750 for it in my bike shop here and it is way cooler than the one on the picture. It is also green and black. nice and light frame with the epicenter seat stay. Aluminum is nice, a little rough compared to cromoly but definately worth it. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
jERRY
a Weekend Warrior
from SASKATOON, CANADA
Date Reviewed: August 7, 1999 | | Duration Product Used: |
6 months | | Strengths: |
KICKS ASS AND LOOKS GOOD DOIND IT! | | Weaknesses: |
SEAT
BIT HEAVY | | Similar Products Used: |
HAMMER RACE
GIANT ATX 860 | | Bike Setup: |
STOCK EXEPT PUT ON A RISER BAR AND XT DERAILER | | Bottom Line: | THIS BIKE IS VERY SWEET. IT FEELS AND HANDELS GREAT AND HAS A NICE FRAME TO UPGRADE ON.HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
CWN
a Cross-Country Rider
from Arizona
Date Reviewed: June 18, 1999 | | Favorite Trail: |
Mormon-National, South Mountain State Park | | Duration Product Used: |
1 Year | | Strengths: |
Strong as heck, very nimble, good steering, sticks to ground well | | Weaknesses: |
Very Heavy | | Similar Products Used: |
Raliegh M-600, Trek 7000 | | Bike Setup: |
Stock parts | | Bottom Line: | Performance is excellent, Bomb Proof!, I've beat it up so much and haven't had to replace anything. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
matt
a Cross-Country Rider
from austin, TX
Date Reviewed: June 15, 1999 | | Duration Product Used: |
1 Year | | Bottom Line: | Got a '97 Moab 2 (Al) for ~$750 about a year ago, my first real bike -- got to say ive put it through some abuse and its still kickin' ass! after getting into racing this spring ive upgraded most of the stock components (SX-R fork, XT drivetrain, new wheelset, etc) and its better than ever! great frame for upgrades, not all the original stuff is great, but its all good enough. Only complaints: Judy T2's suck, and the Scott pedals have given me some problems (soon to be replaced also!) but served me well in my newbie stage. Chock up the chiles! | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Aaron
a Cross-Country Rider
from Ames, Iowa
Date Reviewed: March 31, 1999 | | Duration Product Used: |
1 Year | | Strengths: |
Tough, Light, smooth | | Weaknesses: |
Few that I can think of | | Similar Products Used: |
Stuntjumper | | Bike Setup: |
Little better set up than mine | | Bottom Line: | Give it ahot or else you will never know. For Iowa This bike is way too much. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
leil
a Weekend Warrior
from kinnelon, nj
Date Reviewed: March 29, 1999 | | Duration Product Used: |
3 months | | Strengths: |
strong, and lookes sharp | | Weaknesses: |
none | | Similar Products Used: |
daimond back | | Bike Setup: |
judy GT shocks,and shimano rapid fire gears. | | Bottom Line: | very good durable, light good handeling | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
keil
a Weekend Warrior
from nj
Date Reviewed: March 29, 1999 | | Favorite Trail: |
cannonball trail | | Duration Product Used: |
3 months | | Strengths: |
strong, sharp looking | | Weaknesses: |
none | | Bottom Line: | verry good bike | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
leil
a Weekend Warrior
from kinnelon, nj
Date Reviewed: March 29, 1999 | | Duration Product Used: |
3 months | | Strengths: |
strong, and lookes sharp | | Weaknesses: |
none | | Similar Products Used: |
daimond back | | Bike Setup: |
judy GT shocks,and shimano rapid fire gears. | | Bottom Line: | very good durable, light good handeling | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Mitchell Stead
a Racer
from Canada, NF
Date Reviewed: March 22, 1999 | | Favorite Trail: |
white hills | | Duration Product Used: |
1 Year | | Strengths: |
The strengths are everything on the bike. | | Weaknesses: |
Middle chain ring | | Similar Products Used: |
Giant | | Bottom Line: | This bike rules | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Gabe
a weekend warrior
from Seattle, washington
Date Reviewed: March 13, 1999 | | Bottom Line: |
This bike kicks ass. i just got it today and i already love it. i got mine as a last year model and i dont think i could have done better. this bike earns its ratting of 5 stars | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Mitchell
a racer
from Canada
Date Reviewed: February 4, 1999 | | Bottom Line: |
My 1998 Moab 2 is the best darn bike I have ever ridin on. I love my bike. I have put that bike through hell and back and the only thing after one season it needed was a new middle chain ring, brake shoes, and the fork needed to be maintanced which is normal for any bike with a suspension fork. The bike feels like more then it really is.
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Submitted by
Madnivek
a cross-country rider
from Pocatello, ID, USA
Date Reviewed: February 3, 1999 | | Bottom Line: |
I have a 1997 Cro-Mo Moab 2. When I was in the market for buying a bike I test rode a lot of bikes in the same price range and the Schwinn Moab was by far the best one in the whole bunch. I have been everywhere with this bike and it is an awesome entry level bike. I even raced all last year and I did really well in the series that I competed in. But now that I am more serious about riding and racing I just bought a Homegrown FS that I plan on racing with but I will still keep my Moab because it is a damn good bike. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Joe Shmoe
a cross-country rider
from scottsdale,AZ
Date Reviewed: February 3, 1999 | | Bottom Line: |
i just bought a 1998 moab 2 and it is sweet. the scott pedals are kind of hard to get out of but i still like them. the T2 shoxs are awesome, my shity friend thinks his ice age SX with no rebound are better. i like the 7005 aluminum it is pretty light. the components are not great but i will upgrade it to full XT. when i upgrade it to full XT it will be better than my shity friend's Infusion(?).what the hell is infusion??!! over all the moab is a good bike | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Chris Bailey
a weekend warrior
from Calgary, Alberta
Date Reviewed: January 3, 1999 | | Bottom Line: |
I have the Moab 2 Aluminum and am quite happy with my purchase ($1100 Canadian). I am quite a brutal/inexperienced rider, so I tend to hit the rocks and trees that others avoid. The bike remains reliable, and that is all I ask. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Bne Sansbury
a racer
from USA
Date Reviewed: December 25, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
I just got the Schwinn Moab 2 for Christmas and I love it. If you are l;ooking for a bike that is race-worthy, light, and well a good all-round bike this is it. I have looked at 25+ hardtails and this is the best one that I have found yet. I was riding the '96 Cannondale F-600 and the Schwinn beets the crap out of the Cannondale, there fore i've got to give the Moab 2 FIVE chili peppers!!!!!!! | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Mitchell
a racer
from Mt. Pearl, Newfoundland, Canada
Date Reviewed: December 18, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
I bought My 1998 Moab 2 aluminum Last summer. I have done everything to that bike and it still comes back for more. The most serious thing I have broke on the bike was the middle chain ring, but only because shimano never made the middle chain ring strong enough for 98. So if you buy one upgrade the middle chain ring to an LX or if you are a hard core Mountain biker like me go to an XT. This bike is the best bike for its price on the market. It feels like more than it really is. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
roadpumper
a weekend warrior
from Houston, TX
Date Reviewed: December 16, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
Date: October 5, 1998
Michael Cohn a weekend warrior from Maryland writes:
1 gripe I have is after 95 miles of riding, the Weinmann rims decided to fail. The wheels went out of true after a minor incident with a rock. The odd thing, is the front hit, yet the rear bent!??????
Just a note that I had the same experience when I tried to hop a curb. Back wheel did not hit that hard but bent my rim...shop fixed me for the better. It still is a great bike. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Aaron
a cross-country rider
from Boone, NC
Date Reviewed: October 23, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
This is the best bike availible. Inexpensive, fast, and great looking! It rides great and is equipped with some of the best parts out there. The quality of Schwinn bikes is excellent and have life time warrantees on the frames. If your looking for a lightweight bike and and don't want to spend a lot of money to get excellent performance, look no further than the Moab 2. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Michael Cohn
a weekend warrior
from Maryland
Date Reviewed: October 5, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
1 gripe I have is after 95 miles of riding, the Weinmann rims decided to fail. The wheels went out of true after a minor incident with a rock. The odd thing, is the front hit, yet the rear bent!?????? My LBS fixed it for free, and is rides better than new. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Shaggy
a cross-country rider
from Milton, Ontario
Date Reviewed: October 3, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
I just bought this bike today and it is definetly the sweetest bike I ever rode!! The geometry the best, the parts rock, and the price rules! Go now, children, forget your car, run to your bike shop and buy this bike!! It is sooo much better than buy old specialized hardrock!! I love tthis bike!! | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Michael Cohn
a weekend warrior
from Maryland
Date Reviewed: September 27, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
I was looking at the 1998 Moab 2 Cro-Mo, and was on my way to the store with full intentions on buying it......until I got there. There it was, calling me, the 1999 MOAB 3 AL. The paint job on this bike is the same kick ass Schwinn red & black, but the frame under the paint is 20X more responsive than the Cro-mo, and rides so much better. The ugly, uncomfortable Moab seat on the ‘98 was replaced by a new SDG Comp seat which looks better, and feels so much better. The Titec Lil Stem also looks better than the Kore, but again feels better as well.
For 1999, Schwinn down-graded the crank to alivio, and the front derailleur to Acera (yuck) but the only difference between an altus front derailleur and a XTR is weight. The shifters are Alivio instead of STX-RC, but it's Rapidfire+, which means you get those nifty little gear indicators which do nothing more, but look so cool. The rims were changed from the Mavic X138, to Weinmann Zac19 rims. All of these downgrades are made for a reason. They managed to lower the price to $650, and added Rock Shox's brand new Judy C!!!!! In my opinion, this shock beats the living S#!% out of last year's crap of a shock Judy T2. The C has Type III springs that are oil-bath lubricated. All this means is that during every stroke both up and down, the shock lubricates itself. The only maintenance needed is a weekly spray of oil under each fork boot. Oh yeah, did I forget to mention the 80mm of travel! For some bikes, 80mm is too long, but it compliments the Moab 3's geometry perfectly. Is also has 15mm of negative travel, so the chances of the fork topping out is practically zero. No matter what I've ridden through, the fork stuck to the earth like super glue.
The Geometry is a little long, but perfect for cross-country. It climbs like a mountain goat, and the epicenter seat stays transfer power better than a Ferrari. I bought the bike last Sunday (9-20-98) and I have already logged 70.51 miles on it. Oh yeah, there is one thing that sucks about this bike. The Chainstay protector (similar to scotch tape) is completely worthless, and mine has already been broken through, exposing the frame. My next purchase will be the Lizard Skins Neoprene chainstay protector which should take care of that. The greatest characteristic of this bike is the upgradeable capacity. The Judy C is disc brake compatible, and the Moab has the same Homegrown geometry. Full XTR, and disc brakes would make this bike suitable for Steve Larsen.
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Submitted by
Sy Coman
a cross-country rider
from Silverdale, WA
Date Reviewed: September 12, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
I LOVE THIS BIKE!!!!! This is such a great bike, it out performs everything in it's price range. I got a 2 year old cro-mo one (first real bike) and I still love it!!! Since it is cro-mo, it is a little heavy, but the ride tuned fram rules, this bike just begs to be ridden. paint and matte finish rule, upgraded RST to a sweet Manitou with 80 mm of travel, threadless, clipless pedals (nashbar, great deal), Cateye Enduro (awesome, looks rule), tires, v-brakes, and I love my bike. The biggest failure I have had with this bike in 2.5 years of HARD riding, even some downhill insane stuff, the biggest failure I have had is either a flat tire or once a chain falling off. BUY IT NOW LISTEN TO THE BIKE GODS!!! | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Ron Gagnier
a weekend warrior
from Ottawa Ontario
Date Reviewed: August 25, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
Purchased an Aluminum Moab 2 earlier in June 98 and absolutely love it!
A nice light bike with quick responses. It is well set up for hill climbing.
We ride a lot of single track rolling hills and this bike is a dream. I
wouldn't recommend it as a serious downhill bike but overall it is outstanding
performance for the money. $1300.00 CDN gets you a helluva bike. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
John
a weekend warrior
from Pacific N.W.
Date Reviewed: August 25, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
Have owned 98 Moab 2 for four months. After trying about 15 bikes out over two days instantly fell in love with this one. Still feel the same. Only complaint is that it threw me over the front-end and did some shoulder damage. But that was probably more my fault than the bike's. It actually handled the spill well as it seems to handle everything well. I actually prefer it on the road over my Schwinn Prologue road bike. It replaced my Schwinn Sierra on the trails. As you can see I seem to be addicted to Schwinns and this bright blue Moab 2 (Al) is a good example why. All the chlili peppers you got! | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Brad
a cross-country rider
from Pennsylvania
Date Reviewed: August 24, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
I love this bike, I bought it about 3 months ago at my local bike shop. I had them upgrade the fork to a '98 Rock SHox Judy XC and GripShift 600. I love the difference. The one I bought didn't come with clipless pedals but I have recently upgraded to them. I love the Reynolds double butted CroMo frame it is fairly light and I have great control with the bike. The only thing that could be better are the derailleurs, crank, and front hub. Don't get me wrong, they work perfectly, but if you are a racer or hard rider like myself you need to upgrade. I am going to upgrade to XT front and rear derailleurs, and LX hubs and crank. Overall this is a great bike for under $1000. if your looking for a good hardtail check this one out. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
David Green
a weekend warrior
from
Date Reviewed: August 14, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
Its a good bike, it can go through almost anything with only minor problems. A Good mid price bike too. Needs a few upgrades but still fun to ride. Ak the bike store to sub some thing, If you do that you can probably get a good deal. but I am giving it five chillis to even out the reviews with little or nothing writen in them. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Jim
a weekend warrior
from Susanville, CA
Date Reviewed: July 17, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
Have to say, after ten months (and 40 lbs lighter) and more than 1000 miles I have thrown as much as this newcomer could throw at a mtb and it rides as good now as when I first got on. My 97 Moab 2 was the best bike for the buck and I have never thought twice about the best decision I made last year. Its totally awesome. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Jason
a weekend warrior
from CT
Date Reviewed: July 14, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
i have a rockhopper comp right now and im getting the schwinn moab 2 cromo i think the bike is awsome im getting it next week i can't wait i have trashed my old bike stuff you would not think of i have had it for 2 years i can't wait to get it!!!!!!!!!! | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
kevin
a
from Minnesnowta
Date Reviewed: July 13, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
I am the newbie.I just bought a brand new 1996 Schwinn Moab 2, cro-molly. This is my first non-junk bike, and I LOVE it. And for $340 (PENN CYCLE (hope I can say that)) I am told it is a steal! A friend (who talked me into getting into the bike thing) bought a Cannonndale(sp) with the exact derailers and breaks so I felt confidant about it. Since I am new to this, the frame feels a little small (im 5'8 and its a 17) but the bike is sweet. Let The Spending Begin! (computer, fix kit, gloves, shorts, shoes, clipless pedals, heart rate monitor, GPS, Altimiter, lo-jack ;-), locks, spare treads, street treads, etc. This is gunna be fun!) | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Cameron W
a cross-country rider
from Canada,Ontario,Burlington,
Date Reviewed: July 9, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
I bought the MOAB 2 (aluminum) It is the best hard tail I've ever ridden and I've ridden A LOT of bikes .I've been searching for about 1 year for the best bike for under $2000. (Canadain) and I found it all the bike stores where happy i got a bike because i bug them baseically every day or so testing bikes and so on I tried The KONA Pahohea, Devinci Desprod and the Trek something i do not knoe TREK sucks to much Cash for what u get. Anyway This bike is the best. Only things I up graded where the stem to a Shorty and to upswept Azonic handlebars. Only because I am 6.3 and its more comfortable for me that way . THIS BIKE IS THE BEST !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! GET 1 TODAY .!!!!!!!!!!! | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
TAH
a weekend warrior
from knox,tn.
Date Reviewed: July 1, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
purchased a 1998 moab 2 cromo.traded a 1998 specialized m2 (THE BIKE IS NOT WORT IT. THE MOAB IS BY FAR A SUPERIOR BIKE. NICE RIDE THE COMPONENTS SUIT THE BIKE PERFECTLY. SCHWINN IS ON THE WAY UP. GO TO THE QUESTIONAIR ON BIKE FINDER AND SEE FOR YOURSELF.RIDE IT AND YOU WILL BY IT | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Lee Brown
a weekend warrior
from Georgia
Date Reviewed: June 27, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
I was very impressed with this bike before I got it, but my lbs gave me a good deal on it which made it even better. I test rode it and a comparable GT and it wasn't even close. This is a great bike for the money and I would recommend it to anyone looking for a bike in its price range. It has a great paint job too. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Reid Woods
a weekend warrior
from university place washington
Date Reviewed: June 9, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
My Dad (a big mountain biker)came home tonight with this new bike. I didn't know anything about it until i got on it. It is the BEST feeling and handling bike I have ever used. The shocks feel great on the trails and the handling and breaks are the best ever. The bike looks great too. I was used to a old trek 830 with no suspension, bad breaks, and just about everything on it squeaked. NOW i own this tripped up super bike that feels great, this is the best bike ive ever used by far. If i could it would be a 10 | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Josh Berlat
a weekend warrior
from Silverdale, WA
Date Reviewed: June 8, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
I have an older 1996 Schinn Moab 2, cro-mo version. This bike is great!! The RST shocks have a respectable 2 in of travel, and when stiff are great for my hard riding style. This thing is light, very nimble and fast!! The shifting is the fastest and smoothest I have ever seen. I got it for about $500. A real steal for the money. This bike also for a mountain bike also gets serious air!
Last summer on a 1-1.5 ft high ramp I got 15 feet of air in only the 5th gear of the second sprocket. I would suggest this bike to anyone! | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Josh Berlat
a weekend warrior
from Silverdale, WA
Date Reviewed: June 8, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
I have an older 1996 Schinn Moab 2, cro-mo version. This bike is great!! The RST shocks have a respectable 2 in of travel, and when stiff are great for my hard riding style. This thing is light, very nimble and fast!! The shifting is the fastest and smoothest I have ever seen. I got it for about $500. A real steal for the money. This bike also for a mountain bike also gets serious air!
Last summer on a 1-1.5 ft high ramp I got 15 feet of air in only the 5th gear of the second sprocket. I would suggest this bike to anyone! | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
CHRIS DEPASQUALE
a weekend warrior
from STATEN ISLAND, NY
Date Reviewed: June 5, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
I Recently purchased the Moab 2 aluminum for a great price ($750 w/tax). I shopped around for 4 month looking at other bikes, but when I test rode this bike I knew it the bike for me. I've had it for about 2 month and I ride almost every day. This bike is great for new riders who are looking to have a excellent ride at an amazing price... | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Nick Fuller
a cross-country rider
from San Anselmo, CA, America
Date Reviewed: June 4, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
I just bought myself a new Moab 2 cro-moly. And I just have to say that it is the best bike that I have ever had. Mine has Indy XC on the front and will soon hopefuly be full XTR. If anyone is out to look for a new bike I relly suggest this one. It is a great bike for a great price. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Dan
a weekend warrior
from hoffman estates, IL
Date Reviewed: June 2, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
i just bought a 98 moab 2 aluminum and i must say, it seems great so far. the frame is stiff and light, and the bike looks great. the fork is stiff enough to hold up my hefty 230 lbs, and the component group is definitely very good for the money. i compared the bike to the trek 7000, but this bike seems to be a much better value. it has the same component group as the 7000, except for the rear derailleur, it has a much beefier and better fork(the fork can be upgraded to a Judy XC for only about $60), and other components, like the stem, pedals, and brake levers are better. i definitely recommend this bike to anyone looking for something in the $800-$900 dollar range. it is truly a steal. 5 chilis! | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Tim
a weekend warrior
from Houston
Date Reviewed: May 27, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
I am a rookie to this fun!! So my experience is limited. However, I upgraded from a six year old Trek after reading many reviews here and shopping around between the Trek 8000/7000, Schwinn Moab 2/1, and the Mesa GSX. Decided on the the Mesa GSX, yellow mainly because I am a beginner. Compared to these other bikes, the difference was felt, but $500 seemed more reasonable...the 1998 is sold out Country wide. So I went with the Moab 2. F------g WOW!!! The Moab at the shop seemed cleaner and comfortable running around on the street. Well, take this baby out on the trails and hang on. At least that what I felt like. Made it up incline I never made before, then shifted and thought the bike was going to leave me behind. Yes, any bike can do that. But something just says ride me baby. It still will not climb in bed with me. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Tuukka Hakkinen
a racer
from Finland
Date Reviewed: May 26, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
I´ve been riding my Schwinn Moab 2 -97 (cr-mo) for a year, and it is still working like a new one. Only thing was that the bike was heavy. After upgrading new wheels and tires and buying clipless pedals(535) the bike feels like a rocket. The feel is excellent. It fits me perfectly. The Indy XC works well and makes the ride smooth. This bike works well if you ride on weekend with your buddies, but also works if you race(like me). Schwinn moab 2 is a great looking mountain bike and you are really getting the bike for your buck. Excellent! | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Jim
a cross-country rider
from PA
Date Reviewed: May 24, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
i just got the 98' schwinn moab 2 cro mo and i think its the best bike ever the avid v brakes and levers stop on a dime
the stx/stx-rc deraullers and crank are great and resoponsive even though they are said to be lower grade the stx-rc rapid fire shift increddibly
fast this is a great bike!!!! | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Jack Meoff
a weekend warrior
from Reno Nevada USA
Date Reviewed: May 13, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
I bought my MOAB 2 (Aluminum) four months ago and completly tharshed the bike, meaning that the MOAB took many S & M trail punishment and still looks SeXy. On technical trails the MOAB handels like a Hummer, to bad I can't say the same for my gonads.
The draw backs were the components (Moab XC tires, Shimano Deore r.deraillor, Kore stem, STX-RC crank). Once I replace the componets the proformence incressed. The first month with the stock componets fadded quickly for me because I like to abuse the product, depending on what type of rider you are and how you ride the components might work for you. If you like to know what componets I replace, read on if you want to know more about how the MOAB rides or want to share MOAB experiences E-mail me or go get one of your own.
(Componet factor: how it works and how it looks.)
Michelin WildGrippers - awsome green snot for the MOABs.
Titec stems - feel like the big boys of Schwinn.
Kooka cranks - funky colors to bring out more Schwinns retro colors.
Shimano R.R. rear deraillor - simply because Shimano knows whats best.
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Submitted by
Chris
a weekend warrior
from Waukegan,IL
Date Reviewed: May 4, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
I just recently purchased the Moab 3. This bike FU**** RULES, I did everything
possible that I can throw at this bike and It still wants MORE!! This is a really good bike. I only recomend that the STX-RC be upgraded. Other than that
I like this bike.Schwinn Schwinn Schwinn Schwinn Schwinn !!!! | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Todd Miltenberger
a cross-country rider
from St. Paul
Date Reviewed: April 28, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
I bought my '98 moab 2, and I'm very pleased with the way it rides. I considered getting a Marin pine mountain, but the Moab 2 was more in my price range. This is a sweet bike for the money. Full Reynolds 525 tubing, not like GT's cheap cro-mo frame that's only the mainframe. The Judy T2 fork is great for off road use, the Avid v-brakes are a better but than the Shimano LX's, lighter, BETTER LEVER! The frame is definately worth the up-grade, not only is it reasonably light, but it has nice mud clearance and sweet handling characeristics. Plus it's Red and black, very nice looking with red cr-17a's. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
PUENTE!
a weekend warrior
from usa
Date Reviewed: April 25, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
bought a '97 Moab 3 cro-mo after trying out several
others. for the price range, ($500) it is simply one
of the best deals around. i'm totally stoked on how
good this bike feels on the trail. it is fast,
light,and climbs like a cut cat! stx componets are
ok. i'll upgrade after these are fried...i give this
bike five big fatties!!! | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Brian R
a downhiller
from ME
Date Reviewed: April 20, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
i just bought this bike and it is flat out incredible. before this i had an early model giant acapulco with a stiff fork, bad shifters, and a heavy as hell frame. i could not believe this bike the first time i rode it, fast, agile, and the suspension is very competent. this bike is easily one of the best bike in the price range, i would reccomend it to anyone. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Cam Zimmer
a cross-country rider
from Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada
Date Reviewed: April 20, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
I just bought a 1998 Maob 2 Cro-mo on the 13th of April and I love it. I have allready put close to 150km on the bike. The bike shocks are very good and it is light and fast, handling very well on the single tracks, even at high speeds. I did a lot of looking before I bought and I believe that this is one of the best bikes for the dollar, I would highly recomend it to any one. The most important thing is fun and this bike is fun!!! | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
JIM
a weekend warrior
from FLORIDA
Date Reviewed: April 18, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
3 MONTHS AFTER PURCHACE OF MY 98 MOAB 3 AL ...$ 569 THIS BIKE IS THE BEST FOR THE BUCK ...I LOOKED FOR SEVERAL MONTHS AT EVERTHING FROM $500 TO $800 AND THIS BIKE COULNT BE BEAT FOR THE COMPONENTS AND RIDEABILITY.IT HANDLES AS GOOD OR BETTER THAN MOST HIGHER PRICED BIKES.....THIS BIKES KICKS BUT ..WOULD RECOMEND IT TO ANYONE LOOKING FOR A GREAT MB ........... | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Tim Kettering
a weekend warrior
from Minnesota
Date Reviewed: April 16, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
Finally got my '98 Moab-3 AL from the dealer and I must say I'm very impressed with it. It eats up the singletrack, I feel totally confident riding it. The bike doesnt seem fazed by anything the trail can throw at it. The parts are pretty good for its price (STX-RC) although I immediately upgraded the rear derailluer to a XTR rapid rise. A few other no-name parts could be swapped out for lighter ones, but this bike is already very sweet and light. A good ride, and the paint is by far the coolest I've seen. Only those Homegrowns with the Bass Boat paints are even more wicked cool!Definitely recommend it. Although I'd spend the $250 more and get a Moab-1 AL for the better compoments, if you dont plan to upgrade them for a while.
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Submitted by
John
a weekend warrior
from CA
Date Reviewed: April 2, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
What a great bike! After upgrading the tires to Specialized Cactus Comp, the bike handled excellently. I got a screaming deal on a 97 for $500 at this price, I rode many other bikes from the $750 price range to the $1500 and couldn't justify to myself to spend the extra money. I instead used my savings to purchase accessories. I could not be happier with this purchase!!! | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
RICK
a weekend warrior
from WI.
Date Reviewed: March 8, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
I bought the moab 2 alu. a couple months ago and have already put it thru some serious situations and have to say it performed fantastic! For the price I payed for this ride ($750 great price hey!), I would say that it is a mid-level price for a top-performing bike! Schwinn has always been a great name in bicycles and according to yhe dealers I talked to,they are establishing thier name in mountian biking as one of the best for the price.The frame is ridged and gives a nice smooth ride,they offer a great component package and it also has the best paint I've seen in awhile. My friends all want to get new moabs and some of them have rides that cost alot more than mine did!(Trek,gary fischer)
For anyone using these reviews to help find a new bike, much like I did, I strongly suggest a moab! | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Derek
a weekend warrior
from Atlanta
Date Reviewed: February 25, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
OK, now I ve had this bike for about eight months, and its still riding strong. The Avid brakes are getting sloppy though and that's about it. The cogs and rings look like they're reaching the end of their life span. I also would like to get a new set of wheels for this bike but i kinda feel like maybe the bike may not be worth all the extra dough, ya know? I've already spent sh*tloads of money just to replace worn out parts and such. What do you guys think? would you get a new set of wheels for around $300 for this bike? | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Noah Lifschey
a
from weekend warrior
Date Reviewed: January 21, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
I spent over four hours testing various bikes: Specialized alu. Rock Hopper, Hoo-Koo-e-Koo, Bontrager Privateer among others. For the $, the Moab 2 Aluminum kicked serious arse! Quick handling, solid, light, decent road riding. No contest...blew away bikes costing much more. It's stable downhill, through rock-beds, and stops on a dime. The only upgrades I foresee are front derailleur and shifters. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Pat Radaj
a cross-country rider
from Sterling Hts, mi
Date Reviewed: January 17, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
Listen the best bike between $550 and $800 is the MOAB 2 chromoly. I spent 3 months shopping local stores and finally found my bike. I narrowed down my search from 8 to 4 bikes. Trek 7000 shx at $769, 1998 Hoo Koo E Koo at $749, 1997 Hoo Koo E Koo at $629 or MOAB 2 chr at $600. Component vs component and ride the MOAB 2 is by far the best bike out there. BUY IT !! | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Stewart
a weekend warrior
from Portland, Oregon
Date Reviewed: January 11, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
Okay, fellas first of all let me thank everyone who has written a review on this site. I read lots and lots of reviews and found them a valuable research tool. I do find that there are very few bad reviews and I feel like the number of peppers given is generally too high, leaving little room for improvement. I really did my homework before buying my new mountain bike. I read everything and rode everything in the $500 to $750 price range. My overall impressions are that this is a great year to buy a bike. Money in this range buys a whole lot of bike from any of the quality manufacturers.I do feel like there are good bike shops and poor bike shops and used that as one of my criteria for which shop to by from. Some of the shops I dealt with were really unhelpful. One in particular, which I had driven across town to visit would not let me test ride their bikes because it was raining! Now, this is Oregon. The chance of a sunny, non-work day between now and June is slim. Besides, I was willing to ride in the rain what’s their problem. Anyway, I eliminated their shop from contention on the spot. Other shops I found went out of their way to make a sale. Me: I am 6’1, ~195# and this would be the second mountain bike that I have owned. I was upgrading from on older Nishiki steel bike that has seen better days but has always performed admirably. Fortunately (?) that bike was stolen at the end of summer and thus the shopping began. I was looking for a deal on a ’98 or close-out ’97 with either steel or aluminum frame, front shox, decent component group, rapid fire, v-brakes, but most of all racey, nimble geometry that felt fun every time I rode it, light weight and the ability to climb. Gary Fisher Hoo Koo E Koo: My LBS sold a ton of these last year. The reviews on mtbr.com were generally favorable from a feel and component level but none of them ever said much about whether or not the bike is fun to ride. I rode one and found it to be sluggish and long. It felt exactly like my old Nishiki steel stud. Smile factor: low, blah blah blah. Conclusion: Eliminated from contention.Trek 6500zx: I rode a close out ’97 one of these that the bike store guy was going to make a smokin deal on ($499 with LX v-brakes). I really wanted to like this bike but just couldn’t. The ride was nothing exciting. That coupled with the non-replacable rear derailer hanger and the less than exciting components and I was able to pass on this without regrets. Smile factor: low. Conclusion: Eliminated from contention.Trek 7000zx: I rode a used ’96 Trek 7000zx with about 100 miles on it and was really impressed. This thing was feather light and really nimble. It desparately needed a tune up and the guy simply wanted too much money for it. Plus it had grip shift (ugh!!) and cantilever brakes that could not stop the bike. I did the math and could not justify buying used when new bikes were available for the same money with all the things I wanted. Smile factor: High. Conclusion: buy new, Eliminated from contentionSchwinn Moab: I rode the Schwinn bikes along with Specialized at the same LBS. I rode a top of the line Schwinn as that what they had on the floor and compared that to a Rockhopper FS by Specialized. The Schwinn frames felt fun but just did not feel comfortable to me or my 5’8 friend. They seem to have value at this price point but I could not like the geometry. Smile factor: Medium. Conclusion: Eliminated from contention.I had narrowed the field down to two bikes that were both excellent as far as I was concerned. The Specialized Rockhopper FS versus the Kona Lava Dome. Kona Lava Dome: This bike is fun, fun, fun and loaded with great components for the price (’98 ~ $550 at LBS). I immediately like the ride and new that this would be a front runner. Nimble, light, quick, climbs like a cat. Shifted and stopped perfectly and literally shot out from under me with a push on the pedals. Smile factor: Ear to Ear. Conclusion: Great Bike. I recommend it highly. Best buy in this price range.Specialized Rockhopper FS: This bike was in contention for first place. Great frame, flawless construction, super feel and response. Components were less than exciting and the bike was being sold heavily on frame and upgradability. Despite the lackluster compo group I almost bought this bike (’98 ~ $550 at LBS). Smile factor: High. Conclusion: Great bike but make them upgrade the front derailer. Best buy in this price range.In the end: There it was; time to decide between the two. But, what’s that in the back of the rack? A ’97 VooDoo with LX rear, LX shifters, LX v-brakes, STX-RC fd, WTB saddle, more. Rode it, rode the Kona again, haggled awhile, bought the VooDoo. Super feel, steel bike, light, agile, cat-like, precise, and on and on. Smile factor: Off the charts. Conclusion: What can I say, I bought it. Price? $575. Happy? You cannot know. JSteel bikes still rule. I rode everything in aluminum and everything in steel. Give me steel.
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Submitted by
Mike Carver
a cross-country rider
from GA
Date Reviewed: January 7, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
Having looked at all the bikes available in this area, I must say that the Moab 2 is the best bike around. The second day I had it I placed 2nd in a local race. The bike has quick handling and is comfortable to spend time on. overall a great bike | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
David Crowl
a weekend warrior
from Farmingdale NJ
Date Reviewed: January 4, 1998 | | Bottom Line: |
Great Bike Schwinn I purchased a moab in August it was the first one sold out of the bike shop and from going down Whiteface Mtn In Lake Placid to a single track thru the woods is a great handling bike. My daughter has a Y 3 and their is no comparision that the moabs Quality is far superior to the Y3, keep up the good work Schwinn | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Tony
a weekend warrior
from Phoenix, AZ
Date Reviewed: December 9, 1997 | | Bottom Line: |
I have the Moab2 in al. great bike in this price range. I almost bought the GT Avalanche LE instead but I liked the ride on this much better.Came with a Judy T2 fork but it sems to work ok. components were lx/stx mix. the only thing is that the paint seems to chip after a while, but its proably due to the fact that i'm banging it around a lot. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
DoctorX™
a cross-country rider
from Rochester, NY
Date Reviewed: December 8, 1997 | | Bottom Line: |
This bike is kicking some serious tail!!! I'm giving this bike five, five,
five red hot flamin' chili peppers, just because this is the best bike I have
ever had the pleasure of owning. This is one serously phat ride folks! oh..
blah blah blah blah blah blah blah oh look, sorry I couldn't think of exactly 50 words today; however, MTBR may have the pleasure of kissing my buttoks another day... there, is that enough words to pass the test? feels like middle school... bah. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Josh Horstmann
a weekend warrior
from Huntington, NY
Date Reviewed: December 8, 1997 | | Bottom Line: |
After riding a Specialized Rockhopper for 5 years I thought I would never find as good a ride for the money. Boy, I was wrong. I bought a Moab 3 AL and was pleasantly surprised at how well it handled. After upgrading to an Indy C and LX V-Brakes this bike has conquered Mt. Snow and Plattekill Mt,. Nice job Schwinn. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
stv
a weekend warrior
from burlingame, ca
Date Reviewed: November 29, 1997 | | Bottom Line: |
this is the bike for ALL wheelie kings | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Sean Pazell
a cross-country rider
from Macomb
Date Reviewed: November 21, 1997 | | Bottom Line: |
The Best Bike | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Antonio
a
from downhiller
Date Reviewed: November 17, 1997 | | Bottom Line: |
I have been spending the past 7 months pricing and researching bikes. Went without one for the entire summer and just purchased two Moab II Cro-Mo's for $599!!!!. Talked my fiance into one as well. This bike may not carry the flashy nameplate, but packs one hell of a punch. It is the best bike in the 7 to 8 hundred price range, and now is the time to buy. Every other major manufacturer simply did not give me as much my money. Indy XC's, LX-V brakes, LX/STX Combo, barends, toe-clips, and rapid fire shift plus. Go out and buy one. There is no comparison. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
moon baby
a weekend warrior
from N.J Freehold
Date Reviewed: November 17, 1997 | | Bottom Line: |
What a bike and then some/ I wish i did not already own a bike cause this bike is of shwin finest pieaces of work. I browed a freinds for a weakend and one of my best rides ever. it has a feel that makes you want to ride longer and further . | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Bob
a
from cross-country rider
Date Reviewed: November 14, 1997 | | Bottom Line: |
I purchased the Schwinn Moab 3 AL about 7 weeks ago. Great bike for the $I Handles well on the trail and in urban areas. I would recommend this bike to anyone. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Jimbob2 & a 1\2
a weekend warrior
from Jimbonia Ca.
Date Reviewed: November 7, 1997 | | Bottom Line: |
I like your bike I like your bike I like your bike I like your bike I like your bike I like your bike I like your bike. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
jimbob
a racer
from Didlio
Date Reviewed: November 6, 1997 | | Bottom Line: |
I wnat to tri ur bicke tha Moab too. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Nathan Bush
a cross-country rider
from Ypsilanti, Michigan
Date Reviewed: October 28, 1997 | | Bottom Line: |
I worked at a Schwinn Dealer this summer and after a month of trying to choose the most bike for my money, I bought a Moab 1 chromoly. I love steel bikes, but companies don't spec their steel bikes as higher end models. I'm glad I made the right choice, just waiting for a stem and seatpost to replace the no-name stuff that came on it. Tires are gone too. But I love the bike and it's beautiful frame and paint. A great cross country bike for someone who doesn't want to spend a fortune to have fun at weekend races. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
yong
a cross-country rider
from Chicago
Date Reviewed: October 27, 1997 | | Bottom Line: |
I've ridden this bike hard for almost three months now and it still feels as good as the day i got it. This bike has been thrashed hard and not single loose bolt or squeek. I have upgraded both the derailleurs to XTR and installed Look Moabs clipless. I can't stop playing with this bike, i need help! The frame is awesome and stiff, plus it come with a lifetime replacement warranty so you can do your damndest to crack this frame all you want. The only complaint I have is the crappy STX-RC crankset, but these will be gone soon, maybe some Raceface cranks hmmm.... Well anyways this is definitely a solid bike, it gives you a lot of confidence in your riding, and can handle everything you throw at it. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Rommel
a cross-country rider
from New Haven, CT
Date Reviewed: October 27, 1997 | | Bottom Line: |
Just bought the '97 Moab1 Cro-Mo from Action Sports for $700! Awesome bike! This is my first Mtn Bike. I've been a road bike guy since the introduction of Reynolds 531 tubing ('84 for all you young'uns). This bike rocks! Its great to finally be able to go off-road. The ride is precise and the component-specs are incredible. The only thing I'm considering is a suspension seat post and maybe a lighter stem (Kore Elite?) | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Matt Windell
a cross-country rider
from Evansville,IN
Date Reviewed: October 26, 1997 | | Bottom Line: |
This is a review for the 97 Schwinn Moab 3 Al. I do not actually have this bike but took one for an hour long ride one day. I know that you should not usually buy into marketing hype, but the Schwinn ride-tuned design is really good. This frame does not beat you up yet is stiff in all the right places. This bike feels good whether you are standing or sitting. I think that it rides more smoothly than my Karakoram (steel bike). I highly recommend any of Schwinn's aluminum frames. This year the Moab 1 and 2 come with butted frames so they should be a little lighter too. I am giving four stars because of the just okay components that come on the Moab 3 (97). | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Mark OHara
a weekend warrior
from Milton, PA
Date Reviewed: October 25, 1997 | | Bottom Line: |
After duing extensive research on the 98 Moab 3 Al, I've concluded it is by
far, the best deal for the money hands down. I can't touch left-over 97's
with lower grade components for the price of the Schwinn. It seems that the
98 Moab 3 Al is more or less the same as a 97 Moab 2 Al, but a lot less $ than the 97.
I haven't test rode one, but if anyone has any info other than specs, please
e-mail me ohara@bucknell.edu.
I can't wait to buy this bike. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Anthony Dalla-Vicenza
a cross-country rider
from Sudbury, Ontario
Date Reviewed: October 24, 1997 | | Bottom Line: |
The moab II chrome alloy frame is an incredibly well tuned frame. Its fairly light and it has tones of feel for the trail. Very responsive and defty. Though aluminum is the more optimal frame for racing, you cannot be the the feel of good steel, and that's a fact.
Great bike frame; and even better with XTR and Ti everything.
Boys at Yeti got the goods
Chily pepper time... | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Anthony
a weekend warrior
from Fayetteville, AR
Date Reviewed: October 11, 1997 | | Bottom Line: |
I recently purchased a Moab 3 (Aluminum) From the moment I first
test rode this bike, I fell in love with it. It was a replacement for my
93 Mongoose Rockadile, which I regretably sold 2 years ago. If I could have
afforded it,mI would have gotten the Moab 1, but a man's gotta eat too right?
All 3 Moabs use the same frame, so I'm going to spend some money later on
and trick it out(Only thing that's gonna be original will be the frame)
Great bike, great price ($540). It's on the heavy side (29lbs, but this is
more than likely due to the components. Can't wait until school is done so
I can start living on the trails with my new friend. | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Chris
a cross-country rider
from Milwaukee, WI
Date Reviewed: September 29, 1997 | | Bottom Line: |
I got the Moab 2 Al back in june and I love It, handles sweet, looks sweet and is just all around kick ass. The kandy lime paint rocks especially if you upgrade all the chrome stuff (stem, bars, seatpost, cranks) to black. next thing is putting a Girvin Pro-carbon on it. Killer bike. | | Overall Rating: |
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Thom
a weekend warrior
from Annapolis, MD
Date Reviewed: September 26, 1997 | | Bottom Line: |
I just rode a '98 Moab 2 Aluminum yesterday. Great bike! Great value!
Butted aluminum frame, LX/STX-RC mix, Rapid Fire shifters, Avid V brakes
and levers, Kevlar tires and a Judy for $800! Only had the chance to hop
a couple curbs, spin around the parking lot a few times, and bounce around
a grassy strip, but the bike handled great. Can't wait to see what it can
do in the Real Great Outdoors. Only fault I could find was the slippery
seat and the kinda strange paint job. | | Overall Rating: |
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Cool Man
a cross-country rider
from Oregon
Date Reviewed: September 2, 1997 | | Bottom Line: |
Im wondering which bike is better Schwinn Moab 2 (cro-moly) or the Specialized Rock hopper (cro-moly).
Please Email gooooochevy@hotmail.com if you have comments on which will last up to all the time batering.
ThanksI give it four because im still deciding. | | Overall Rating: |
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Ferryn Floyd
a weekend warrior
from Detroit, Michigan
Date Reviewed: August 31, 1997 | | Bottom Line: |
MoaB RuLeS!!!I just brought my '97 Moab 2 Cro-Mo yesterday and have been attacking the local hills in town... this bike is spankin! It is my first MTB and feels like i have been riding it for years! I can't wait to see how this frame manouvers when I get some seroius trail time in! Came equipped with toe-clips, IndyXC, barends, LX/STX comp. LX-V's, and Rapidfire Shifts. Maybe i'll follow some advice and get lighter tires. Best bang for the buck!!! | | Overall Rating: |
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Ferryn Floyd
a weekend warrior
from Detroit, Michigan
Date Reviewed: August 31, 1997 | | Bottom Line: |
MoaB RuLeS!!!I just brought my '97 Moab 2 Cro-Mo yesterday and have been attacking the local hills in town... this bike is spankin! It is my first MTB and feels like i have been riding it for years! I can't wait to see how this frame manouvers when I get some seroius trail time in! Came equipped with toe-clips, IndyXC, barends, LX/STX comp. LX-V's, and Rapidfire Shifts. Maybe i'll follow some advice and get lighter tires. Best bang for the buck!!! | | Overall Rating: |
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Joe
a weekend warrior
from Vallejo, California
Date Reviewed: August 30, 1997 | | Bottom Line: |
What an excellent bike for the money, I purchased my Moab-2 back in May of 97. The only improvement made was to upgrade to Shimano 747's, other than that the bike performs incredible. I am a body builder and I weigh in at about #240, and this bike takes me about 100 miles a week, and I have yet to break it!(I have caused the rims to un-true once) Shirts off to Schwinn! | | Overall Rating: |
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Dan
a cross-country rider
from Utah
Date Reviewed: August 24, 1997 | | Bottom Line: |
This is one of the best bikes i've ever purched in my profesional carrer.
My pal Johny Tomac sas if he wasn't racing for Giant He would rather have this bike! | | Overall Rating: |
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dan chitrien
a cross-country rider
from jamesburg nj
Date Reviewed: August 11, 1997 | | Bottom Line: |
I just think its the best shwin ever made.
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Gil
a weekend warrior
from Va
Date Reviewed: August 4, 1997 | | Bottom Line: |
I purchased a moab 3 cromoly 2 months ago. It seemed to be the best bang for the buck,I have not been dissapointed. I had the bike shop upgrade it to LX v-brakes at cost. I also upgraded the STX derailuers to XT (personal preference).It rides great and handles like my friends Factory Homegrown. The only other change I'll probably make is to a lighter tire. For the money this bike rules! | | Overall Rating: |
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Sean Sutton
a racer
from Buffalo New York
Date Reviewed: August 4, 1997 | | Bottom Line: |
I Bought a Scwinn Moab 2 AL 2 month ago and love it Untill I broke my arm My mistake
It's the best value I could find. Only one complant Tires there heavy and
CHEAP | | Overall Rating: |
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Ari
a weekend warrior
from Boulder, CO
Date Reviewed: August 2, 1997 | | Bottom Line: |
i own the moab 3 alumminum with indy c (instead of quadra) and ever since i've been looking arond for a better deal and haven't found one. The bike rides great. The only problem i have with the bike is that the araya wheels come out of true way too often. | | Overall Rating: |
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DeniS
a cross-country rider
from Belgium
Date Reviewed: July 28, 1997 | | Bottom Line: |
I bought the Moab 1 aluminum 6 weeks ago, after 2 months of serious shopping around. This bike was the best buy, a good $300 cheaper than his Scott Comp Racing cousin (same major specs) -- i really don't understand their pricing policy. I love the bike, light, good looking, awesome paintjob hard to scratch.
I just have two complaints, for my 6'4' the 21' frame is a little too long (very long stem) and not high enough, i'm missing an inch for perfect seating, but i guess that since i had just such a great bargain on the bike, i could just buy a new seatpost and stem! | | Overall Rating: |
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Scott Turnbull
a weekend warrior
from Tucon, AZ USA
Date Reviewed: July 24, 1997 | | Bottom Line: |
I bought a MOAB 2 Alum a month ago. I spent a great deal of time researching the many different bikes in this basic price range and talking to several of my buddies that are die hard, hard core,treadheads. The unanimous conclusion is that this is the best frame, geometry, and component setup for the price. I originally was looking at the MOAB 3 Cromo on sale for $499. However, after reviewing the components upgrade (perticularly the Avid S digit equipment, Scott Clipless pedals, and 8 spd cog). You lose a little in components going to the Alum., but the loss is minimal and to me that was worth it. I paid $770 at my local Schwin dealer with a good quality bottle, cage, one year service, and 20% off all accessories. Oh yeah, the Kandy Lime color is pretty trick. Enjoy!! | | Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
David Fish
a weekend warrior
from Warrenville, IL
Date Reviewed: July 20, 1997 | | Bottom Line: |
Moab 2 cro-moly is a great bike for the buck. Ilove it. | | Overall Rating: |
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