Submitted by
Andrew Brown
a Cross Country Rider
from Riverside, CA, USA Date Reviewed: June 28, 2002
Duration Product Used:
More than 3 years
Strengths:
Durability. In the 3 years I've owned a Hard Rock Classic, I've logged in 9000 miles, and it's still running strong.
Weaknesses:
Only thing that I don't really care for is the fact that the rear-brake cable runs underneath the crossbar, so the cable tends to cut into your shoulder if you have to carry the bike.
Bike Setup:
Purchased with stock equipment (except for pedals, using Bear-trap instead).
Bottom Line:
As a bicycle commuter, the miles really add up, but my Hard-Rock Classic takes them in stride. :) Equipment break-downs/wear-outs are few and far between.
After about 7000 miles, the original saddle wore out (the plastic supporting the springs in the back finally cracked and broke off).
The original brake pads lasted to about 7500 miles. :)
After the 8000 mile mark, the original tires (Crossroads 3 semi-slick) had to go...Ran over a steel spike and ripped a hole in the sidewall. If it weren't for that, they could have easily lasted another 2-3000 miles. ;)
Now at 9000 miles, the original chainrings and cogs are looking worn, so it's finally about time to get those replaced.
With a shiney-new drive train, I'll be looking forward to my next 9000 miles. :)
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Submitted by
Clark
a Weekend Warrior
from San Jose, Ca Date Reviewed: April 9, 2000
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Strengths:
Price, features
Weaknesses:
None so far
Bike Setup:
Stock with Manitou from shock
Bottom Line:
My girlfriend and I each bought one last January to get back into cycling. After a few rides, I added Manitou 98 front shocks to each (from Supergo at $99 each). Now we are both very happen and have decent bikes for a good price. Darn comfortable with the suspension seat, easy to work on, and I'm not afraid to ride it-it is sturdy!!
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Submitted by
Bob Clark
a Weekend Warrior
from Olathe, KS Date Reviewed: January 6, 2000
Favorite Trail:
Indian Creek
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Strengths:
Price Quality Comfortable seat(if you like that sort of thing) Adjustable stem
Weaknesses:
Rings and cartridge really look cheap
Similar Products Used:
none
Bike Setup:
added toe-clips
Bottom Line:
I really love this bike, I rode it several hundred miles last summer, basically whenever I could get away and ride. Other than the sprockets, which look unbelieveably cheap and shift a little rough if you hit one of the ugly teeth, everything on the bike looks and works great. I hope to be commuting on this bike when it warms up.
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Submitted by
Norman Angel
a Weekend Warrior
from Warsaw, Indiana Date Reviewed: November 1, 1999
Favorite Trail:
wooded with rolling hills
Duration Product Used:
less than 1 month
Strengths:
cost durability adjustability
Weaknesses:
pedals fork
Similar Products Used:
Jamis Durango Trek Sport 800
Bike Setup:
I upgraded to Rock Shox Indy Model
Bottom Line:
Exceeded expectations
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Submitted by
Tom
a Weekend Warrior
from Key Largo, FL Date Reviewed: September 14, 1999
Favorite Trail:
Everglades Nat'l Park
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Strengths:
Light; adjustable seat and stem; good quality components
Weaknesses:
pedals
Similar Products Used:
GT, Schwinn
Bottom Line:
My wife and I purchased the bikes to get riding again, and found the bikes perfect for the bike paths and easy-terrain trails near here. The bike is very adjustable, light, and a good value ($254 from Bike Tech in Miami). We both prefer the more erect riding position compared to other bikes, and the ride is very comfortable. Overall, an excellent bike for the money.
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Submitted by
Daniel Lee
a Weekend Warrior
from chicago, illinois Date Reviewed: April 27, 1999
Favorite Trail:
prairie path (don't know much else yet)
Duration Product Used:
less than 1 month
Strengths:
ruggedly smooth, solid construction
Weaknesses:
not as fast as hybrids if you need speed
Bottom Line:
This is a terrificly comfortable and yet rugged bike. It feels solid in your hands and my fiancee loves it. We have ridden our Hardrocks for almost 100 miles in our first week and we love them!
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Submitted by
Jeremy Chrysler
a Cross-Country Rider
from Topeka KS Date Reviewed: April 20, 1999
Favorite Trail:
cameron park, waco tx
Duration Product Used:
tested or demo'ed only
Strengths:
A great buy. This is the bike for anyone who wants a comfortable, entry-level bicycle.
Bottom Line:
The Hardrock Everybody!
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Submitted by
Anthony
a cross-country rider
from Los Osos Date Reviewed: January 26, 1999
Bottom Line:
What a great bike for a female companion that is not into speed or technical terrain. I bought this bike based on a great reference from a local bike shop employee. The bike is extremely comfortable due to its adjustable stem, suspension seat post, wide padded seat, and spring supported seat carriage. Allthis a still relatively light. Thanks Specialized for helping me to get my wife riding and thank you Mark.
$ 299.99
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