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Shimano FC-M601-2

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# of Reviews 2
Average Rating 5/5
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Submitted by Skee a from Bukowina, Romania
Date Reviewed: May 15, 2008
Favorite Trail:Local DJs
Duration Product Used:Less than 1 month
Price Paid: $170.00
Purchased At:XBikers
Strengths:Light crank, easy to install and maintain. The Hollowtech 2 System seems to be pretty strong, unlike the Howitzer one from Truvativ.
Weaknesses:I myself don't like the fact that it comes with 32 teeth ring, I had to replace it with a 36T ring.
Similar Products Used:Truvativ Hussefelt Howitzer - disappointed.
Bike Setup:Diamondback DB8 DBR w/ Marzocchi Drop Off I 130 ETA, Avid BB7, Formula Hubs.
Bottom Line:If you don't have $ for Saint, you can go with this one :)
Value Rating:5Overall Rating:5

Submitted by calen a Downhiller from Nor Cal
Date Reviewed: October 23, 2006
Favorite Trail:dirt merch to A-line, fatcrobat, clown shoes
Duration Product Used:6 months
Price Paid: $190.00
Purchased At:steed cycles
Strengths:light, strong, low-key but sharp looks, general shimano quality, steel pedal inserts
Weaknesses:spindle end cap is plastic - they can strip out
Similar Products Used:FSA v-drive extr, old XTR, hussefelt
Bike Setup:santa cruz vp-free, shiver fork, 40t front ring, 43 lbs
Bottom Line:I rocked these cranks ALL SUMMER AT WHISTLER and they are solid. i weigh 150 lbs with gear, but my friend also pounded these at whistler all summer and he's 220 with gear and his are still flawless, except for a few scratches. unless you are Josh Bender you are never going to actually need all the strength a crank like saint or holzfeller provides - those make better boat anchors. why not lighten up a bit? trust me, some cornering drills will improve your game way more than some stiff-ass DH crank! these cranks are reasonably priced and perfect for the weight-conscious downhill racer or freerider. 'nuff said.
Value Rating:5Overall Rating:5






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