Submitted by
Ross
a Cross Country Rider
from Summit, NJ Date Reviewed: August 11, 2002
Favorite Trail:
McDowell in Arizona
Duration Product Used:
More than 3 years
Price Paid:
$550.00
Purchased At:
Jay's Cyclery
Strengths:
Can withstand a lot of abuse. Shifters and rear deurailler are awesome. No problems with brakes.
Weaknesses:
MAD chainsuck, caused by a crappy front deurailler and the crankset.
Similar Products Used:
Trek 8000
Bike Setup:
Basically everything that came with the bike, except a WSD saddle.
Bottom Line:
For 550 bucks, I must say that I am totally satisfied with this bike. I can ride it for hours on end and it holds up to any abuse I can dish out on it. If you already know that you are really into off-road riding, you may as well spend more money for a better bike, but if you are just starting out in the sport (like I was when I bought the 6000), then this is definitely a good place to start. You can pretty much take it on any cross-country trails you can think of, and you can ride it nice and hard too.
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Submitted by
Hadrian Kim
a Cross Country Rider
from Newtown, CT Date Reviewed: May 25, 2002
Duration Product Used:
More than 3 years
Purchased At:
$600
Strengths:
Great handling, nice ride, pretty good in the mud, light weight, great on the road and on the trail, can pick up to a pretty nice speed.
Weaknesses:
Have had some trouble with the gears. Had to replace the rear shifter with the Shimano Deore LX. Not too bad suspension with the Jett T2 fork. But this bad boy would kick ass with a Judy fork. Wish it had a better pick-up.
This bike is a work horse. I've put this toy to the limit. I've had to replace the shifter after damaging it. I still have trouble with the gears but after doing a little work with them, it turns out to be fine. You can take the 6000 pretty much anywhere except off of high drops. I've done mud pits, bowls, creeks, jumps, small drops, rocks, sand, road, grass, everything. This bike has taken it all. The frame looks like new after over 3 years of abuse. I have flipped countless times, once smashing the head set and bar down on a rock. The only thing that broke was the head light i had installed seperately. This bike is built like a rock. With the alpha aluminum frame, it is very light. If your in line of buying one, do so because you won't regret it.
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Submitted by
Grant
a Weekend Warrior
from Maplewood NJ USA Date Reviewed: October 28, 2001
Duration Product Used:
More than 3 years
Strengths:
Gears, Components, braking, fork, frame
Weaknesses:
high speed handling, the steering can sometimes have a mind of its own if you hit a really big obstacle (root/rock)
Similar Products Used:
another hardtail from specialized
Bike Setup:
RoxShox Jett Fork, Shimano V brakes, Topeak rack, Blue + White paint, Aluminum frame, trek seat handlebars and stem
Bottom Line:
I love this bike! I have abused it worse then anyone else probably has, often riding down steep hills at around 35MPH on sidewalks in my suburban area. The shocks work great, and this bike can handle anything. I have only gotten one flat, and have put about 1500 very hard miles on it and the tires are still in good shape, in addition to the brakes. Front brakes are slightly more worn then back brakes, but both work great. I have done a lot of hard stops with the front brakes, since I am into doing front wheelies, and still have almost a year left on the pads. The biuld quality is excellent, with all name-brand components. The alumninum frame is surprisingly light and gives a fairly good ride on the rear end. The bike handles well, but not great. Upwards of 25MPH if your going to do a quick turn be ready to wrench the handle bars and pray, high speed handling isnt great. However, the handling isn't great, but for some unknown weird reason this bike is funner to drive then any other hardtail Ive ever been on. The handling is tight, and its very easy to lean into curves or do fast slaloms. In Addition, I love the wide gearing especially for such an old bike.
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Submitted by
Cody Whynot
a Cross Country Rider
from Liverpool, Nova Scotia, Canada Date Reviewed: August 2, 2001
Favorite Trail:
Cow Road
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$500.00
Purchased At:
My Friend
Strengths:
*frame *rear derailleur *lightness *rear cassette *rapid fire shifters *bontrager jones tires
Weaknesses:
*bottom bracket *rock shox jett t2 *grips (when wet) *pedals *rear part is a little heavy *crank
Deor lx rear derailleur Shimano 52 Bottom Bracket Rapid Fire Shifters Rock Shox Jett T2 Trek Crossbow Seat 19.5"
Bottom Line:
I like the frame, and I think that any beginner who wants to start mountain biking should consider the Trek 6000. I have a lot of fun with this bike, but I had to replace the bottome bracket and the crank because I bent them both. I only weigh 150, but I was doing some big drops for a xc bike. I will soon replace the front suspension.
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Submitted by
I like it doggy style
a Racer
from Liverpool N.S. CAN Date Reviewed: July 25, 2001
Favorite Trail:
the gettawy trail from the bank safe to my house i travel it alot (my friend said i had to rob it)
Duration Product Used:
More than 3 years
Price Paid:
$1000.00
Purchased At:
my friends yard sale
Strengths:
i like the pretty red it goes well with my biking shorts the seat smells good also
Weaknesses:
the smell of the seat after my little sis rides it the tires are to big and the seat is to big id like a bigger rear deraleur and stem to heavy but i still managed to win nationals (thanks mom!!)
Similar Products Used:
ccm heat mbx 1000 and all kinds of 100 dollar bikes
Bike Setup:
the seat is connected to the seat post the seat post connects to the frame and so does everything else duhhh!!!
Bottom Line:
if u want to be like me buy it and email me i need friends those chilis look more like flammin cocks to me but thats just me
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Submitted by
sandy brock
a Racer
from sudbury Date Reviewed: July 15, 2001
Favorite Trail:
all
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$800.00
Purchased At:
bikers
Strengths:
i am a very good racer and am in races every where i just purchused this new bike gary fisher sugar three the treck 6000 is garbage compared to this bike the 6000 has no strength i would never buy a treck the way the geometry stands
Weaknesses:
everything accept well the rims
Similar Products Used:
ccm heat
Bottom Line:
this bike is only good for people that ride on the street
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Submitted by
Phets Kompathoum
a Weekend Warrior
from Blacksburg, VA Date Reviewed: June 16, 2001
Favorite Trail:
Brush mountain
Duration Product Used:
2 Years
Price Paid:
$450.00
Purchased At:
ebay.com
Strengths:
Frame. Rims.
Weaknesses:
Front and Rear derailleurs. Brakes. Seatpost. Saddle. Pedals. Chainrings.
Similar Products Used:
None.
Bike Setup:
Bontrager bar ends. M536 pedals. Bontrager fs 10 saddle
Bottom Line:
Great bike for beginners. If you want to abuse the bike, then it can handle any terrain. With the amount of punishment I gave it, Im surprised it still is good as new. I would of course upgrade on the pedals, saddle, seatpost, and if you can afford it, shifters. I would have gotten a Trek 7000 or 8000 if I had the money, but with $450, a good price for someone new at mountain biking. Too much money was spent on upgrades. Buy it if you ride only on weekends.
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Submitted by
Jeff Mery
a Cross Country Rider
from Austin,TX Date Reviewed: May 11, 2001
This is an excellent bike for people who think they might enjoy off-road riding, but don't want to waste money if they don't like it. I bought this bike just before moving to Ausin in anticipation of doing some serious off-road riding. It has proven to be one of the better bikes I've ridden. I'm a heavy rider (235 lbs.), but find the frame plenty stiff; even for the roughest of downhills. The fork, however, is VERY weak. I tend to ride technical trails and it can't handle the hits from large drops. I'll be upgrading soon to a Psylo SL. There are very few original parts on the bike which goes to show that it's also a good platform for upgrades. Yeah, I could have spent more money on a 7000 or 8000, but the most important difference between these bikes is the frame weight. You save maybe half a pound on the higher end frames. Components can be replaced and upgraded; the frame fit/feel is the most important aspect of ANY bicycle.
Just as a testimonial to Trek's build quailty, the bike fell off the rack on my car while I was doing about 40 m.p.h. in rush hour traffic. Thanks to a friend following me (thanks John F.!!) it didn't get run over. After replacing the rear derailer hanger, the bike still doesn't have a creak or rattle in it.
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Submitted by
Ash Absalom
a Cross Country Rider
from Oakland, California, U.S.A. Date Reviewed: May 9, 2001
Favorite Trail:
red wood park
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$500.00
Purchased At:
summit bikes
Strengths:
this bike has wonderful fornt suspension. The price is perfect for this type of bike.this bike can really take a beating under harsh trails. I travel many long miles with it and it holds up great. Alos the treck 6000 is easy to make upgrades on. This bike is great for anybody who wants alot of fun a dust on there close. x country riders to down hill hardcore riders have rode my bike, its really a great all around bike for the alla round biker.
Weaknesses:
The seat is not the best. The brakes are kinda bad for long rides but work great for downhills. Shifting is kinda stiff but is udjustable.
Similar Products Used:
colorado nishikie
Bottom Line:
This bike is great for the people who want to attack those mounatins. For the price paid it delivers a exceptanal performance. There is no doubt that this bike is the king of the 550$. This bike is easy to upgrade, so anything you do not like, (which will be allttle) can be fixed in a jiffy.
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Submitted by
Matt
a Downhiller
from Exeter Rhode Island, USA Date Reviewed: April 26, 2001
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$500.00
Purchased At:
Casters Bikes and Fitness
Strengths:
great forks, durable, easily upgradable. GREAT for the money. Handles well uphill, even better downhill. Good for beginner easy to make into a pro!
Weaknesses:
front derailer is kinda crappy, pedals are flimsy. heavy compared to some other bikes its class
Similar Products Used:
specialized hardrock sport, trek 800
Bottom Line:
This is a great bike for the money. You cant get much better than this for what you pay. All components are great. I recommend an upgrade in pedals(Shimano ATB). Bike handles great all around, perfect for trails but also very comfortable for long rides. like i said PERFECT for beginners and easy to upgrade into more advanced.
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Submitted by
calvin chopp
a Weekend Warrior
from allegan,mi,USA Date Reviewed: February 20, 2001
Favorite Trail:
fort custer(right now)
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$550.00
Purchased At:
breakaway bikes
Strengths:
i love the upgrade-ability on this bike, its a great enrty level mountain bike that can easily be upgraded into race worthy material. buy it if you really want a great mountain bike with potentail.
Weaknesses:
well, had to get rid of that seat, and definitly the pedals, those were the first to go, but all in all, its great.
Similar Products Used:
mongoos hardtail
Bike Setup:
computer, selle italia flight gel saddle, shimano stp pedals, micheline comp s tires, profile stem
Bottom Line:
i love this bike, with the upgrades that i've made on this bike, im ready to do some racing this spring and summer. and the great thing is that i can stil upgrade.....i love the manitou fork, maybe if it had alittle more travel, and easier to adjust, but its a great all around bike.
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Submitted by
Sam
a Weekend Warrior
from Roxboro, NC, USA Date Reviewed: February 11, 2001
Favorite Trail:
Pisgah National Forest
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$580.00
Purchased At:
The Bike Shop, Elon College NC
Strengths:
Great price, Rides great. Upgradable. Handles well up or downhill. Very satisfied with this bike.
Weaknesses:
Shifting difficult. Plan to upgrade drivetrain later to 9 speed if I don't purchase full suspension bike instead.
Similar Products Used:
This is my first mountain bike, but have rode my buddies bikes which were, Cannondale Raven and V-900.
Bike Setup:
First thing upgraded was clipless pedals (buddies talked me into it) Suspension Seatpost - Answer Mavic Crossrides with xt cassette for woods, stock rims with slicks for road. Bontrager Crowbar riser bars Salsa stem
Bottom Line:
I love my bike!!! Works well for me. (I am 160 lbs.) The low price afforded me to make some upgrades that wanted like the Mavic rims. Great bike for a beginner to intermediate rider. I would recommend it to anyone interested in a hard-tail.
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Submitted by
Danny J
a Cross Country Rider
from Cleveland Oh Date Reviewed: February 6, 2001
Favorite Trail:
tow path trail Cuyahoga Nat'l Valley
Duration Product Used:
2 Years
Price Paid:
$500.00
Purchased At:
Eddy's Bike , N. Olmstead Oh
Strengths:
Good quality, entry level and middle level components, great starter bike for occasional moutain biking.. Great for us dedicated road cyclist who need a change of scenery.=)
Great Value for the weekend warrior or someone on a budget..one of my best purchases...Should last a good 3-5 seasons..
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Submitted by
Bill
a Weekend Warrior
from Oswego,USA Date Reviewed: February 3, 2001
Favorite Trail:
any trail plus lots of mud
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$550.00
Purchased At:
The Bikery
Strengths:
This bike has a great frame even though it's a little heavier than some others in its class.
Weaknesses:
peddals really suck. (The day I bought the bike I was out on the trails and I duffed it on a log and the left peddal bent in half from my weight. Keep in mind i'm only 130 pounds.)
Similar Products Used:
The first bike I ever rode, a Trek 800.
Bike Setup:
stock plus the speedometer.
Bottom Line:
Great bang for its buck. I would recomend this bike to anyone that isn't going to be headed into competiton.
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Submitted by
james
a
from ontario, canada Date Reviewed: October 23, 2000
Favorite Trail:
2 creeks
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$500.00
Purchased At:
dixie cycles
Strengths:
great frame stiffness, good derailleur, bar and wheel set
Weaknesses:
front fork, cranks, fr. derailleur, brakes, seat and post
Similar Products Used:
none
Bike Setup:
all icon cockpit, all lx drive train and brakes, bontrager saddle, revolt rear, 2001 judy`s, time atac pedals
Bottom Line:
once you ditch the crap.... you have one sweet bike... got the judy`s at 100mm eat up everything.... cranks and fr. der. shift like butter and seat feels great on the a** too for the cash you pay for this ride and all the upgrades i have done it is now compareable to a 8500 trek and you are still ahead a few hundred $$$$ .... i beat this bike daily riding, racing, jumping and most of all crashing and she just begs for more!... buy this bike and you will fall in love with mountain biking forever
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Submitted by
Mike
a Cross Country Rider
from Chicago, IL Date Reviewed: October 7, 2000
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$550.00
Strengths:
Frame, Manitou shocks (unless your a pro, just love rock shox or has a lot of money don't upgrade, tires
Weaknesses:
Rims, crank, front der.
Bike Setup:
stock, except for icon stem, bar ends, kenda front tire (original was burned), seat, soon to be front wheel
Bottom Line:
this is a great bike. It is a durable frame but mine sure shows it's battle scars. After reading a lot of the reviews i see that a lot of people liked the rims. Maybe i got a defective one. I don't ride to extreme trails but a spoke is bursting up through the front rim. The wheel is as true as it will go and still hits the brake pads. Other than that this is a great bike.I took it to Stowe, Vermont and staid at the Trapp Family Lodge. THe lodge is right on a mountain. Anyone who tells you this bike dosn't climb well is wrong. I am not very strong and climbed 1600' feet on this bike without to much problem. Its not as good for descending. THe geometry is a bit lax and so it is not as stable. It feels good under speed though. The manitou fork rules.
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Submitted by
Mike
a Cross Country Rider
from Chicago, IL Date Reviewed: October 7, 2000
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$550.00
Strengths:
Frame, Manitou shocks (unless your a pro, just love rock shox or has a lot of money don't upgrade, tires
Weaknesses:
Rims, crank, front der.
Bike Setup:
stock, except for icon stem, bar ends, kenda front tire (original was burned), seat, soon to be front wheel
Bottom Line:
this is a great bike. It is a durable frame but mine sure shows it's battle scars. After reading a lot of the reviews i see that a lot of people liked the rims. Maybe i got a defective one. I don't ride to extreme trails but a spoke is bursting up through the front rim. The wheel is as true as it will go and still hits the brake pads. Other than that this is a great bike.I took it to Stowe, Vermont and staid at the Trapp Family Lodge. THe lodge is right on a mountain. Anyone who tells you this bike dosn't climb well is wrong. I am not very strong and climbed 1600' feet on this bike without to much problem. Its not as good for descending. THe geometry is a bit lax and so it is not as stable. It feels good under speed though. The manitou fork rules.
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Submitted by
Matt Minassian
a Racer
from West Milford, New Jersey, USA Date Reviewed: September 11, 2000
Favorite Trail:
everything and anything that is challanging
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$550.00
Purchased At:
Town Cycle
Strengths:
When i first got on this bike it rocks it fit all my needs at the time. i love the manitous shocks they rule. the tires are pretty good some good grip in there. very sturdy not gonna break
Weaknesses:
Seat is a biatch untill your buttocks get use to it. Front derailer sacks mad balls (been in shop couple times jsut for the dereailer)(hahah i love my spellings) pedals blow they should at least give you some name brand pedals and this bike is heavy heavy and heavy some more i hate it when i am climbing and i feel liike im gonna fall over cause the bike weighs some much i think thats my biggest complaint but o well
Similar Products Used:
Trek 800 sport o yeah thats a killer bike whooo hooo
Bike Setup:
everything stock except new back tire, iconn barends a computer and shamanio clipless pedals
Bottom Line:
great all around bike i liked it in the begginning but now im like too good for the bike and i want a new one but i don't have the money o well. great bike for the price you can't beat it. i highly suggest this bike to any rider who has little or no experience
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Submitted by
Claudio Di Orazio
a Weekend Warrior
from Singapore Date Reviewed: August 23, 2000
Favorite Trail:
Bukit Timah Reserve
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$1050.00
Purchased At:
Treknology
Strengths:
Reasonable alloy frame, good gears & breaks, performs very well both on & offread.
Weaknesses:
Only 24 gears. The weight when you start comparing it to some of the more expensive stuff. It;s a Trek so the price aint cheap.
Bottom Line:
This is a great beginners(if you can afford it) or intermediate offroad bike. It performs very well offroad and I would not hesitate to recommend it to anyone.
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Submitted by
Rob V
a Weekend Warrior
from LA (Lower Alabama) Date Reviewed: August 18, 2000
Favorite Trail:
Gran Canyon (S. Fla)
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$500.00
Strengths:
Awesome Frame (go with a medium), Bontrager Rims are a deal, Excellent ride and feel, got lucky with the Manitou SXD (Usually has the Magnums) Noname brakes work great
Weaknesses:
Seat is bobo, front der and crankset is ultra bobo -replace asap
Similar Products Used:
Haro xTreme (all XT and very cool) GF Aquila, Cannondale M500
Bike Setup:
Added barends, trek computer, new saddle and junk like that. Definatley replacing crankset (w/raceface or XT) and front der (XTR) Shouldn't need anything else. Excellent bikes in factory config. I'm just never satisfied
Bottom Line:
Well worth the cash you pay for it. I usually bought more expensive rides but this time figured why bother. Frame and build quality is just as good and save the xtra loot for gas money and upgrades you REALLY want!!
Don't go below this one though. And what a cop-out for Trek to put Acera cranks on there - blah!!!
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Submitted by
Bryan Kutoloski
a Cross Country Rider
from Allentown, PA, USA Date Reviewed: July 28, 2000
Favorite Trail:
Whitehall Rail Trail
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Strengths:
Great Frame!!!! Good Comfort, Incredible value for the $$$$$$
Weaknesses:
clips and straps on pedals, maybe a better fork that Manitou Magnum
Similar Products Used:
Mongoose, Marin Palisades Trail, GT Rebound
Bottom Line:
Good bike for intermediate rider and for crusin around town and trail
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Submitted by
Todd
a Weekend Warrior
from Billings, MT Date Reviewed: June 16, 2000
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Strengths:
great value for price, one of few bikes can get in 22.5" frame, takes a beating
Weaknesses:
Jett fork, front der
Similar Products Used:
Rocky Mountain Oxygen Race
Bike Setup:
stock except Time pedals, Body Geometry saddle, susp. post, Sugino crank
Bottom Line:
This is a one year follow up to my review last fall. Since the last review, haven't lost any more parts. The front derailer getting to be on it's last legs, crank is a little cranky, and my opinion of the Jett shock has changed a bit over the long term...it's just not beefy enough for me (however, I am a definative Clydesdale). The shock also gets pretty mushy when it gets hot. Overall, it's held up pretty well for the beating I've given it. I've even raced it a couple times without any breakdowns. I'd have to give it a very hearty recommendation to entry level mountain bikers...it's been a great bike for me to learn on. The stuff that I'd complain about, such as weight, precise shifting and braking, etc., aren't fair things to complain about at this price range (got a taste of some of those things when I rented the Rocky)... if you want a <25 lb. bike with LX/XT components, you're in the wrong price range. Anyway after riding it over the long term, I'm going to bump up my overall rating a from a 3 to a 4 (5 is pretty tough to achieve in my eyes)
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Submitted by
Huxwell
a Cross Country Rider
from Jersey City, NJ Date Reviewed: June 5, 2000
Favorite Trail:
Anyone with scenery
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Strengths:
Quality for price. Shocks perfect for trail and urban riding. Nice rims and tires.
Weaknesses:
Saddle, paint? (earth tones would be nice). Shifting to the big gear.
Similar Products Used:
Raleigh M80, Schwinn Moab 3
Bike Setup:
Stock with end bars ($25)
Bottom Line:
Great for the price! I haven't really given it a beating yet, just road it around Liberty State Park to break it in a little (coblestone). I'm not too agressive of a rider, so I don't see the need for more expensive shocks. The Manitou suit me quite well and are better than the Jetts offered on other bikes in the budget range.
As far as shifting goes, it works great except it is a little slow getting into the big gear.
If you are a new rider, definately buy this bike or at least try it. It should all be a matter of preference, but if you don't want to overkill on the excessories, the bike has a great track record for quality and price.
Finally, what is with all of the paint jobs on all (most) bikes today! I think all the bike companies I looked at need to hire new art directors.
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Submitted by
Travis
a Weekend Warrior
from Washington, Illinois Date Reviewed: June 3, 2000
Favorite Trail:
Jubilee Park(in Peoria)
Duration Product Used:
2 Years
Strengths:
-solid feel -handles nicely -fork hasn't required much maintainence -price is right
Weaknesses:
-drivetrain sux -shifting sux
Similar Products Used:
cannondale f300
Bike Setup:
stock except salsa grips, coda stem,avid rollamajig, and serfas sadle
Bottom Line:
this is an excellent beginner's bike even though i get chainsuck constantly and it takes forever to shift to the big ring up front. i can also notice ton of flex in the cranks and my chain broke on my ride home from the shop after just buying it.
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Submitted by
Matt
a Weekend Warrior
from coeurd'alene Date Reviewed: May 16, 2000
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Strengths:
strong,light,and good looking frame.good rims.excellent forks,manitou are the best.
Weaknesses:
tires,back derialer.
Similar Products Used:
rockhopper a1
Bottom Line:
Sweet bike for rough and dirty trails,and for hauling a**.
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Submitted by
Sam
a Cross Country Rider
from Iowa City Iowa USA Date Reviewed: May 14, 2000
Favorite Trail:
Sugar Bottom
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Strengths:
The frame and the Bontrager double wall rims and the Lx rear derail.
Weaknesses:
cheep handle bar, hubs, front derail, crank, brakes & levers
Similar Products Used:
Trek 830 Cannondale M300
Bike Setup:
Newly set up, XT front derail, Crowbar Handle bar w/ brace, Avid arch rival 40s & LX brake levers, Sugino Crank
Bottom Line:
This bike is a true buy. I didnt want to spend 170 dollars on the 6500 so I found discounted parts listed above. I choose this route because the trek 6500 isnt that great. I set my bike up for under the 170 and now it is easyly able to compete with the 7000. It is only .78 pounds heaver. If weight is a problem loose it from the source, your body. Trek has a life time warranty on the frame so why not. If it breaks I guess I will get another free!
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Submitted by
Steven
a Weekend Warrior
from Atlanta Date Reviewed: May 9, 2000
Favorite Trail:
rrright
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Strengths:
Lightweight aluminum frame, great front shocks, brakes work good enough for me, who cares if they are no name if they stop you just as fast as others? gotta love the rapidfire shifters
Weaknesses:
derailluers need to go, they SUCK. wouldn't mind a little smaller seat, but its nice and cushy, i HATE those racing seats, they hurt my rear (trying to watch me language HEHE) the plastic (&^!#@$^&*) pedals broke like the first week i had it, bought some nice alloy pedals, dont remember the brand tho
Bike Setup:
stock except for new pedals and $20 bar ends
Bottom Line:
awesome bike, got it for $520 with a free pump, wee not bad for a place where everything is overpriced, i regret not getting a higher model this is a very good entry level model its a little late to get this one, the new 6000 have manitou shocks and an ugly paint job IMO if you are really interested in mountain biking and you are a new rider, i would really recommend this bike, (dont go lower on the model, i heard they are MUCH worse). i love to ride singletrack trails with it...not that im saying other trails are bad for this bike.
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Submitted by
Michael
a Weekend Warrior
from Georgia Date Reviewed: May 6, 2000
Duration Product Used:
2 Years
Weaknesses:
Nothing if you don't melt the bike.
Bottom Line:
The Trek 6000 is the best bike for the money. No one can argue with that. I've had the bike for just over two years. No upgrades have been made, but I'd like to upgrade the seat and no name brakes if I had the money! But don't get the wrong idea, the brakes work well! Everything has held up. (No seatpost breaking, by the way, how do you break one? Do yall melt them?) If you've got a budget like mine and you want a durable bike, you should get this bike.
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Submitted by
Scott Julian
a Cross Country Rider
from Minneapolis, MN, USA Date Reviewed: April 27, 2000
Favorite Trail:
The urban jungle called Minneapolis:)
Duration Product Used:
2 Years
Strengths:
STIFF STIFF STIFF
Weaknesses:
just what u would expect 4 $500 Buy it 4 the frame
Similar Products Used:
first bike i have owned in 15 years
Bike Setup:
Gary Fisher "Fishfins" bar-ends, Yeti Hardcore grips, Trek Sensor computer, Specialized Vegas headlight, Kore Lite3D stem, Gorilla brake boosters, Icon seatpost, Specialized Body Geometry saddle, Odyssey Triple Trap Platform pedals, Kore Chain Reactor Tensioner, Schwinn MTB rear rack, Jandd trunk bag, Bell 5-led tailight, 2 Trek Flatbelly bottle cages, Continental Town & Country tires at 70psi with a set of Mr. Tuffy liners, Salsa skewers, and last but not least a Control Tech Ti seat binder bolt. "aint no mo-fo getting my seat and post":)
Bottom Line:
I ride the urban jungle only, the reason i bought a MTB was so I could jump a few curbs without tacoing a wheel, the rode bike i had as a teenager sucked. I put 2500 miles on last summer and 600 so far this year. THIS BIKE ROCKS-SCREW ROAD BIKES!!!!!!!!!!!!!! all i have had 2 do in 3100 miles is replace the chain, streached out after 2500mi. The stock Weinmann wheels have yet 2 go out of true after about a billion curb jumps and it has never missed a shift once. Spend 3 to 5 Gs on a bike, i dont think so:):):)
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Mark
a Weekend Warrior
from Grafton, MA Date Reviewed: April 25, 2000
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Strengths:
Fork is fine for me (RS T2), rear derailluer, wheels and tires, Frame.....great!
Weaknesses:
front derailluer(tunes out easy, in once already), grips
Bike Setup:
1999, RS T2 fork, LX rear, Acera front derailluer, cranks, and rapid fire shifters, bontrager jones tires, wheels.
Bottom Line:
Awesome bike! Bike is great for me, just starting out and riding almost exclusively off road in New England (lots of rocks and roots). In fact this bike has saved my a** a couple of times when it held up after I f***ed up! The fork works great for me. Great bike for the price, which I won't mention since I paid less than anyone else here! I would recommend it to anyone one looking for a first off-road bike. If you are a bike snob, this one might not get you to the promise land, but you won't looking at this price anyway. Can't beat the price, even at 100 dollars more than I paid! I love this thing!
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Allen Lo
a Weekend Warrior
from Lilburn Date Reviewed: April 6, 2000
Favorite Trail:
Like you would know what I'm tlaking about....
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Strengths:
Shocks are really good but do not tighten, the frame kicks major butt, brakes respond well, hubs are good, wheels and rims are also pretty good.
Weaknesses:
The front derailler sucks; sometimes when you want to go from 2 to 3, it won't go! The shocks do not tighten at all, the skewers have broke on me, the grips are good but break easily because the bike does not come with end caps, and the seat is too cheap.
Similar Products Used:
Cannondale M400, Haro Escape 7.2
Bike Setup:
Manitou SXD, Bontrager Wheels and rims, Now upgraded to: Kore Stem, Kore seatpost, new grips with ends, and salsa skewers
Bottom Line:
Really really good bike for the cost. Good for beginners and advanced. Some of the components can be upgraded easily. However, if you spend another two hundred on components, you might as well have just saved it up and spent $700 on a better bike That's what I would've done. GREAT FRAME! If you're only willing to spend around $500, buy the Trek 6000!
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Bryan Walker
a Cross Country Rider
from York Date Reviewed: April 5, 2000
Favorite Trail:
lake redman
Duration Product Used:
2 Years
Strengths:
Sweet Bike Great Croos Country, Excellent in muddy conditions, Takes a beeting
Weaknesses:
noisy derailer and front suspenssion
Bike Setup:
Jett T2 Rock shock, Lx Rear
Bottom Line:
sweet product buy it it works great!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Kevin
a Weekend Warrior
from Ohio Date Reviewed: March 21, 2000
Favorite Trail:
Anything in the N. East
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Strengths:
Price, Front shocks, Rear Derailer, Weight
Weaknesses:
Saddle, Front Derailer, no name brakes (but not too bad)
Similar Products Used:
Cannodale, Trek 6500
Bike Setup:
Stock + New saddle, and XTR front railer
Bottom Line:
It is a great beginning bike, it can take a beating, The saddle has to go, it is junk, and you will want to up-grade your front derailer to a XTR. Cranks are o.k., maybe need to up-grade but for 500 dollars cannot be beat. Don't listen anyone else the front shocks are killer!!! for a $500 bike. I am a big guy 250lbs and it handels great, i have beaten it and it keeps on coming back for more. It has no-name brakes but surprisingly to me they are pretty damn good, you though may think about up-grading to something a little better. I am very happy with it and will probably upgrade it no more, I will ride for about 1000 miles then replace it with another Trek I am very pleased with Trek products I have been riding along time, and have riden all sorts of bikes, Treks are great and the 6000 is impressive for $500 dollars, enjoy and ride safe, remember you CAN beat the 6000 to the ground, but does need some little upgrade, Get a new saddle before you leave the store
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David
a Weekend Warrior
from Ft Lewis, WA Date Reviewed: February 26, 2000
Favorite Trail:
scenic singletracks
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Strengths:
EZ to upgrade, stout alum frame, nice arsenal of parts for the beginer and sleek hot rod red paint job
Weaknesses:
Handle bar stem is not made for uphill climbs, hubs are not water tight, seat feels like it came off a Huffy and cheesy plastic pedals.
Similar Products Used:
Diamond Back-Seronto
Bike Setup:
Cat Eye-Enduro, Shimono-LX brake set, WTB SST seat, Titec-Lil al stem, Titec-Hellbent bars, upgraded alum bearing pedals and WTB-Velosoraptor tires.
Bottom Line:
Although this is not the radical down hill extreme ride with 8 inches of travel or the super light weight 15 pound cross country ride... this is a fun noteworthy ride and saves you about $2500!!! So to the weekend warrior that does'nt have $3000 dollars to blow on a ride (like me) this is a deal. In the heart of the bike beats a strong well ballanced alum frame. The frame's angles are made for all around performance, so the biek is a Jack of all trades and master of none. To smooth out the bumps, Rockshoxs Jett once set properly does a nice job. Although the Jett is no Sid, remember $500 vs $3000! The drive tran feature a mix of Deore and LX parts which serve the purpose, but as they go move up to LX and XT combo. Where the rubber meets the road has some nice wheels and tires, but they hubs don't like water crossings. Bottom of the bottom line is this is a ride seriously worth the price tag, that performs like it should!
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Joe Sweeney
a Weekend Warrior
from Clearwater, Fl Date Reviewed: February 18, 2000
Favorite Trail:
Gran Canyon in Brooksville, Fl
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Strengths:
Excellent front fork for a beginner, lightweight frame, decent rims & tires.
Weaknesses:
Grips and saddle.
Similar Products Used:
Giant Acapulco(dinosaur)
Bike Setup:
New saddle and barends.
Bottom Line:
Great value for 520 bucks, I've had no trouble at all with it. It's only got 200 miles on it, but thats all a**-kickin miles, hardly any street or gravel. I am very pleased with the Manitou Magnum front fork and the lightweight frame. I would reccommend it to any beginner or anyone looking for a good value.
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Frank Burrito
a Cross Country Rider
from San Jose, CA, USA! Date Reviewed: February 12, 2000
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Strengths:
one of the best values going..good light frame...good wheels..Manitou Magnum is a good entry level shock..good looks
Weaknesses:
saddle, grips, brake pads, front der, chainring looks kinda cheap
ATI grips, Salsa barends, Titec stem, intend to get a new saddle
Bottom Line:
I did my research on this one...this is the best $500 I have ever spent--no question. The quality of the construction is very high and I really like the way the bike looks. I am pretty much an every day rider as this bike serves as my primary means of transportation. I have been really impressed with how it has stayed tight thru all the (ab)use it has been taking. There are some weak spots in the components but $500 can only get you so much. The rear der is very good- never had any problems with it..The front der on the other hand is a little sketchy-it got out of tune in a hurry. The Manitou Magnum is a good shock-certainly better than the cheesy Jetts that most entry level bikes come with. Nevertheless it's only *just* good enough to make you realize how much better it could be. In any event the 6000 is the perfect entry level bike. I love it and have zero regrets
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Matthew Barnickle
a Weekend Warrior
from Guthrie, OK, USA Date Reviewed: January 31, 2000
Favorite Trail:
Lake McMurty
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Strengths:
Light Frame, price, nice wheels, price, front shock is pretty good for the mid-range PRICE. Oh, did I mention the price?
Weaknesses:
Front Derailluer
Similar Products Used:
Diamond back response (R.I.P), and a 150 lb Schwinn.
Bike Setup:
Straight from the factory + some $10.00 bar ends
Bottom Line:
I am far from a professional rider, but I do smack my share of trees. This bike has been impressive from every angle, and has resisted a lot of abuse without failure. The front der did cause me to take a trip back to the bike shop, but a little tweaking worked out the kinks. And let's face it, for $500 you don't usually get much anymore. For someone who wants to ride hard 2-3 times a week on a really solid, light, and responsive bike you get a lot of bang for your buck here. I love this bike so much I just sneaked my wifes bike out of the garage and traided it in on the 6000 WSD. Maybe this way, she'll ride with me more often ;)
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Jimmy Warren
a Weekend Warrior
from Vidalia Georgia Date Reviewed: January 11, 2000
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Strengths:
Good Frame
Weaknesses:
Cheep Components up and down the bike.
Similar Products Used:
Raleigh M-80
Bike Setup:
Trek 6000 Manitou Magnum Bontrager Wheels Bontrager Tires
Bottom Line:
I bought this bike about 3 months ago and have ridden it about 500 miles and I must say that I am not satisfied with it. Having ridden a Raleigh M-80 for 4 years previous to owning this bike I think this bike should be better appointed at this price. I will be trading as soon as I get 1000 miles on this bike. I will go to the Raleigh 600 and will never look back.
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brent hensarling
a Weekend Warrior
from winter park Date Reviewed: January 9, 2000
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Strengths:
price components smooth looking bike also
Weaknesses:
grips and seat
Bike Setup:
stock so far
Bottom Line:
I got a kick arse deal on this thing, 400 bucks for a 2000, because the shop was going out of business. So far It has been a great ride, feels real solid on the trail. Shifting gears is a little rough, but I think that is because I futzed with it, need to take it in to a shop to get it smooth again. As soon as I get the money I am gong to upgrade the seat and the grips. even at regular price (snicker), this bike is a great buy.
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Robert Jones
a Cross-Country Rider
from Irvine, Ca Date Reviewed: January 7, 2000
Favorite Trail:
Holy Jim Canyon
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Strengths:
Great Price Shocks are amazing for $520 Alluminum frame is super light for trails
Weaknesses:
rear der grips
Similar Products Used:
GT Cannondale
Bike Setup:
Yeti Grips
Bottom Line:
Great bike, and great price at $520! The 2k Trek 6000 is great for off-roading and ok for on-road. The shifting is smooth. Only extra thing you need is some new grips. The frame is super light too. The shocks (Manitou Magnum) are really soft and great for off-roading! GREAT BIKE!!!!!!
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William Gomez
a Cross-Country Rider
from Austin, Texas Date Reviewed: December 29, 1999
Favorite Trail:
Barton Creek Greenbelt
Duration Product Used:
less than 1 month
Strengths:
Price Shimano Components Aluminum Frame Bontrager Jones Tires Best Deal for the Money
Weaknesses:
VERY Crappy Saddle Front Fork could be better Pedal Clips Very Crappy Front Derailluer Crankset
Similar Products Used:
Specialized Raleigh
Bike Setup:
Rock Shox Judy XT Front Derailluer LX Cranks Thud Buster Seat Post Bontrager FS 2000 Saddle Clipless Pedals
Bottom Line:
This price is the best deal for the money. I just recommend you buy the bike and then upgrade at your own pace instead of buying a really expensive bike at once.
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Tim
a Weekend Warrior
from Bay Area, CA Date Reviewed: December 29, 1999
Favorite Trail:
Levy, Henry Coe
Duration Product Used:
less than 1 month
Strengths:
aluminum frame color tires rapidfire shifters
Weaknesses:
fork seat no bar ends
Similar Products Used:
trek 820 haro escape a7.1
Bike Setup:
99 trek 6000 rs jett t2 19.5 frame
Bottom Line:
I didnt have much to say in my review because I love this bike! The seat is a wee wee bar crusher. And the fork sucks, but its enough for my needs. I suggest on getting bar ends and a new seat. Then upgrade a few things here and there. Or just get the Y2K Trek 6000. peace
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Dave P
a Weekend Warrior
from same as below Date Reviewed: December 21, 1999
Favorite Trail:
same as below
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Strengths:
Derailluers Frame, Rapidfire same as below PRICE
Weaknesses:
Shocks could be better there ok for beginner rider, i'm exaggerating on the two reviews below sorry for the ones who read it and didn't buy the bike
Similar Products Used:
MOAB 2 MOAB 3 TREK 7000 TREK 6500
Bike Setup:
ALL THE GOOD STUFF
Bottom Line:
i'm exaggerating on the two reviews below sorry for the ones who read it and didn't buy the bike
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Dave P
a Weekend Warrior
from Livingston, NJ Date Reviewed: December 20, 1999
Favorite Trail:
all that are downhill and off road
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Strengths:
good + light frame LX DEORE IS AWESOME rapidfire shifting good drivetrain (shimano Alvio) The Navy Blue frame with the Red Fork looks so cool VERY GOOD PRICE FOR THE BIKE
Weaknesses:
Manitou Magnum is a Piece of Sh*t. (Definitely upgrade to Manitou SX or RS Judy)No Bar Ends
Similar Products Used:
Trek 7000 Trek 6500 Moab 2 Moab 3
Bike Setup:
Manitou Magnum I guess
Bottom Line:
Overall the 2000 Trek 6000 is a good buy for its price. Any higher it would be overpriced and any lower it would be a REALLY good deal. Manitou Magnum sux but you can upgrade it to a better suspension.
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Dave P
a Weekend Warrior
from Livingston, NJ Date Reviewed: December 20, 1999
Favorite Trail:
all that are downhill and off road
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Strengths:
good + light frame LX DEORE IS AWESOME rapidfire shifting good drivetrain (shimano Alvio) The Navy Blue frame with the Red Fork looks so cool VERY GOOD PRICE FOR THE BIKE
Weaknesses:
Manitou Magnum is a Piece of Sh*t. (Definitely upgrade to Manitou SX or RS Judy)No Bar Ends
Similar Products Used:
Trek 7000 Trek 6500 Moab 2 Moab 3
Bike Setup:
Alpha Custom Aluminum Frame LX/Alvio Deraillers Shimano Alvio Crank Bontrager Tires and Frame Manitou Magnum Shocks No name brakes (still good)
Bottom Line:
Overall the 2000 Trek 6000 is a good buy for its price. Any higher it would be overpriced and any lower it would be a REALLY good deal. Manitou Magnum sux but you can upgrade it to a better suspension. I messed up on the one below but who gives a flying f*ck.
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Forrest Smith
a Cross-Country Rider
from Chino Hills, CA Date Reviewed: December 16, 1999
Favorite Trail:
Top of the World in Laguna Beach, CA
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Strengths:
Killer frame, and good wheel set, keep the bike light, but don't sacrifice strength.
Weaknesses:
Had to replace the front and rear derailer after about 600 miles, and the seat after 2.
Similar Products Used:
Shwinn Homegrown Specialized FSR
Bike Setup:
19 blue frame, with bontrager tires. Also added a Raceface crank set, but just cause I wanted to, not really needed. The front shock took a little breaking in but after a trip to Big Bear a few months ago it has been plush as anything. Also added a set of clip in pedals.
Bottom Line:
This is a killer bike for the weekend warrior or just the warrior. When I got it, I wasn't sure how much riding I would do. But it's been about 6 months now and I've put over 950 hard miles on this beast without a problem at all. I have literally beat the hell out of it. Rode my first race in October, and the bike performed even then, under pressure. Can't say enough about it.
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Marten Liebster
a Cross-Country Rider
from Ormond Beach, FL Date Reviewed: December 14, 1999
Duration Product Used:
less than 1 month
Strengths:
Price Build Quality
Weaknesses:
Components
Similar Products Used:
Specialized GT
Bike Setup:
Stock Trek lights & computer No-name bar-ends
Bottom Line:
I had a Trek road bike before buying this, my first mountain bike. This Trek felt the most comfortable to me. The ride to work is 4 miles, with a combination of roads and very little dirt. My 6000 feels right at home in either terrain. I wish the components were a bit better but still a GREAT bike - a bargin at $520!
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Marten Liebster
a Cross-Country Rider
from Ormond Beach, FL Date Reviewed: December 14, 1999
Duration Product Used:
less than 1 month
Strengths:
Price Build quality Components
Weaknesses:
Components
Similar Products Used:
Specialized GT
Bike Setup:
Stock with Trek lights and trip computer No-name bar-ends
Bottom Line:
I had a Trek road bike before buying my first mountain bike. This Trek felt the most comfortable to me. The ride to work is 4 miles, with a combination of roads and very little dirt. My 6000 feels right at home in either terrain. I wish the components were a bit better but still a GREAT bike - a bargin at $520!
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CB
a Weekend Warrior
from Nashville Date Reviewed: December 7, 1999
Favorite Trail:
all of them
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Strengths:
Price Frame construction Front fork
Weaknesses:
Front Derailluer Cranks Pedal Clips
Similar Products Used:
Several in the $500 range.
Bike Setup:
Manitou SX-d LX Cranks (upgrade) Synchros Stem (upgrade) Bontrager Race Lite Seatpost (upgrade) Bontrager FS+10 Seat (upgrade) Kore handlebars(upgrade)
Bottom Line:
Awesome frame, stiff and strong. This bike has taken a few good spills and has performed marvelously. The front derailluer truely sucks, this is my next upgrade. XT fronts are about 15-20 bucks, well worth the upgrade. Had a problem with the front wheel going out of true because of improper setup at factory, Trek warrantied the wheel no questions asked. Get some clipless pedals. With a few upgrades this bike can be race ready. I weigh 240lbs and don't hesitate to jump anything on this bike. Best $500 bike I have ever owned.
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John
a Downhiller
from MI Date Reviewed: November 18, 1999
Favorite Trail:
Tall Woods
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Strengths:
Titanium color Components installed Price Reliability Alum
Hey guys don't be fooled by brand name bikes that cost $1000 to $3000. If you are not professional biker, I highly suggest the Trek 6000 2k model is a steal. For less than $550 this bike would last you long than the brand name bikes. Just throw $200 and you have a kick A bike. Buy it and you will find out.
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JJ
a Downhiller
from Laguna Niguel Date Reviewed: November 18, 1999
Favorite Trail:
Aliso
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Strengths:
Solid Frame Weight is perfect for downhill 27.0 Price Quality
Weaknesses:
Front derailluer( to be replaced by XTR
Similar Products Used:
Gary Fisher Cannondale F600 Specialized Rocky Mountain
Bike Setup:
Icon Bars and Stem Icon Clipless( Highly Recommend) Titec Seat Rockshox seat post Niterider dual lights
Bottom Line:
Buy this bike for $520.00 and add $400 more and you will have a kick ass bike. This bike is well balance especially downhill. 27 lbs is well balanced for a fast downhill. Don't be fooled with brand names. I have friends owns a highend MTB but they were all surprise to see how much I spent on the bike and I kick their asses on the downhill. GO TREK 6000!!!! Surely a winner... I will give this bike a 5 flaming jalapeno..
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Ric
a Weekend Warrior
from SF Date Reviewed: November 18, 1999
Favorite Trail:
Saratoga
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Strengths:
Good looks Components Price Solid Trek Name
Weaknesses:
Should have installed better Crank set and der
Similar Products Used:
Gary Fisher Mt. Tam Hardrock FS
Bike Setup:
Stock
Bottom Line:
I'm glad that I bought this 6000 new model series. If you don't have the money to buy a $600 or more, this bike is the right one for you. Thank you Trek Group for this serious hardtail mountain bike without a serious price. A+
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Joey Rillo
a Downhiller
from Laguna Niguel,CA Date Reviewed: November 17, 1999
Favorite Trail:
Aliso Woods
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Strengths:
Front Shocks ( Manitou Magnum) Aluminum Frame Price Bontrager Tires and Rims
Weaknesses:
Front Derailleurs
Similar Products Used:
Stumpjumper Schwinn Moab
Bike Setup:
Icon Stem Rock Shox Seat Post Icon Clipless Titec Titanium Seat
Bottom Line:
For $520 definitely you can't go wrong with this bike. Trek did a good job on the 6000 2k models. It's a GREAT bike!!!
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Mark
a Weekend Warrior
from Beale AFB, Ca Date Reviewed: November 17, 1999
Favorite Trail:
Upper Pioneer, Nevada City CA
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Strengths:
Price Components
Weaknesses:
Have to agree with the front dr prob shifting can suck under strain
Similar Products Used:
Agressor GT Hard Rock
Bike Setup:
Stock Manitou Magnum Shimano Clipless pedals Specialized Shoes
Bottom Line:
I rode a Specialized Hybrid for a couple of years until I decided on trail riding. The difference is night and day. The shock seemed to be a little soft to begin with but after adjustments it seems to be o.k. The clipless pedal (add on) are great I recommend them highly. For the money u can't beat it.
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May
a Weekend Warrior
from New Hempstead, NY Date Reviewed: November 17, 1999
Favorite Trail:
Fairmount Park, PA
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Strengths:
Color (Blue), great components, durability, tires (Bontrager)
Weaknesses:
None. Seat is a little too narrow and firm.
Similar Products Used:
Raleigh M55, Trek 830, 4000
Bike Setup:
Didn't change a thing. Exchanged Rapid Fire shifters to Grip Shift instead.
Bottom Line:
What can I say, I love this bike! I shopped for over 3 months, was targetting the Trek 4000, but for a few bucks more, why not add a suspension fork! I definitely got my money's worth and plan on riding my bike for at least a few years. Trek bikes are reliable, durable, and gives you the most bang for the buck! My praises to the Trek 6000!
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Cameron
a Weekend Warrior
from Arvada,CO Date Reviewed: November 13, 1999
Favorite Trail:
Cherokee
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Strengths:
good back derailler and shocks!! Great frame!!
Weaknesses:
front derailler
Bottom Line:
A great bike for the price!!!!!!!!!
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Cameron
a Cross-Country Rider
from Arvada, CO Date Reviewed: November 13, 1999
Favorite Trail:
Cherokee at Winter Park
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Strengths:
good frame and back derailler! love color!!good shocks for the price of bike
Weaknesses:
could have had better front derailler
Bottom Line:
A good bike for the money and a great frame and shocks! PERIOD!!!!!!
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John Sutton
a Weekend Warrior
from Louisville,KY Date Reviewed: November 9, 1999
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Strengths:
front shock steering rear der.
Weaknesses:
front der.
Similar Products Used:
m30
Bike Setup:
99 6000 jett t2
Bottom Line:
I search for a good bike for about 3 months and I found it, and more. The only problem I have had is the front der. doesn,t shift exactly when it is suppose to especially when under strain. Everything else about this bike has surpassed my expectations, it's very fun to ride in all types of terrians, except uphill but thats me not the bike. I would definitly recommend this bike to anyone wanting to spend 4-600 dollars on a bike.
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Bob Grabowski
a Cross-Country Rider
from Queens, NY Date Reviewed: November 7, 1999
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Strengths:
Stable, Outstanding handling Rock Shox Jetta Shock Brontrager Jones Tires
Weaknesses:
Weight Poor quality saddle post Bongtrager Corvair Rims
Similar Products Used:
Cannondale F600 Trek 8000
Bike Setup:
Standard components except... ATB Platform pedals swapped for the standard clip/cage pedals and the addition of Cannondale's Paquito bar ends.
Bottom Line:
A true best buy. This bike is heavy for aluminum and weighs as much as my Cromaloy 830 though it doesn't have a shock. The flimsy seat post fell apart a few weeks after I purchased the bike, as did the replacement. My dealer changed it with another which has been fine. The Shimano front Shimano brake pads screeched loudly no matter how they were toed. My dealer replaced them with a pair of Tektros which are execellent and solved the screeching problem. That said, this bike has a lot going for it. It is extremely stable under all riding conditions and the Bontrager Jones tires are an excellent compromise for most riding condition. Where this bike excels, however in handling which is incomparable. I always feel secure on this bike no matter what the terrain or riding condition. ThoughI didn't like Trek's optional bar ends, Cannondale's Paquito bar ends work very well on this bike.
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Submitted by
Mike
a Cross-Country Rider
from Bridgewater, NJ Date Reviewed: November 3, 1999
Favorite Trail:
CHIMNEY ROCK!!!
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Strengths:
price rear derailer shifters stock shock and my upgrade(manitou sx-r) EVERYTHING!
Weaknesses:
front derailer absolutly sucks and thats about it!
Similar Products Used:
everything in the 500-700 dollar price range(almost)
Bike Setup:
stock, and upgraded the shock from the magnum to the sx-r(sweet fork)and definately worth the extra 100!
Bottom Line:
This bike is amazing. Everyone says its great for the money, which i agree with, but compared to bikes even in the 800 dollar range, this thing kicks! I've used it only once on the trails, and gave it a beating-nothing wrong, except the front derailer DOESNT SHIFT! That is definately gonna be the first get rid of-i'll probably upgrade to an xt, and l8er and xtr for the back, but no ruch for the rear. Also, could use better brakes, but these things are workin just as well as my friends avids, if not better! I'll give it FIVE FLAMES!
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Submitted by
Collin
a Weekend Warrior
from Charleston SC Date Reviewed: October 24, 1999
Favorite Trail:
Lynches forest
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Strengths:
Price Rear derailer
Weaknesses:
Front derailer
Similar Products Used:
While sopping for this bike GT Gary fisher Cannondale Specialized
Bike Setup:
Stock
Bottom Line:
Excellent bike for my first real mountain bike. The rear derailer works well the front can be a little annoying. The brakes are no-name but work well. For the price I couldn't beat it. So far other than the broke rear de-railer and a bent drop down (my fault) the bike has held up to some pretty hard miles. There are definitly better bikes ou there but not at $ 550
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Matt
a Weekend Warrior
from Utica NY Date Reviewed: October 21, 1999
Favorite Trail:
NH town park
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Strengths:
frame, wheelset, the fork, shifters, rear der.
Weaknesses:
front der. seat, lack or bar-ends
Similar Products Used:
i had a ross mt something and a huffy before that, ive tried almost any and everything though
Bike Setup:
99 trek 6000 stock but i have made upgrades
Bottom Line:
i have a xt front der. and specialized body goe sport, bontrager bar ends, a new seatpost, and new pedals and those upgrades have made the bike perform much more solid i would recomend it to everyone who is looking for a bike in that range but be prepared to upgrade if you are a big guy and ride it very hard. i try my hardest to break it but just cant!! i like having high end parts so it doesnt break and then i can ride harder. well this is my third review on the bike and i still thinks ots worth every penny
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JP Jendrek
a Weekend Warrior
from Aberdeen, Maryland Date Reviewed: October 16, 1999
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Strengths:
Shocks rear derailer wheelset frame Great buy for money!
Weaknesses:
front derailer no name brakes!!
Similar Products Used:
no name junk!!!!
Bike Setup:
Y2K series Manitou SX-D shocks. Mostly original componets. Michelin Wildgripper tires. RED!!
Bottom Line:
What can I say it is a great bike for the buck!!! I need to upgrade some componets but other than that it is a great bike. The Manitou SX-D shocks are great. They have a nice smooth ride over all surfaces. It was defintally worth the wait for the 2000 series. Overall this is a great bike and was a good investmant.
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Submitted by
JP Jendrek
a Weekend Warrior
from Aberdden, Maryland Date Reviewed: October 16, 1999
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Strengths:
Shocks rear derailer wheelset frame Great buy for money!
Weaknesses:
front derailer no name brakes!!
Similar Products Used:
no name junk!!!!
Bike Setup:
Y2K series Manitou SX-D shocks. Mostly original componets. Michelin Wildgripper tires. RED!!
Bottom Line:
What can I say it is a great bike for the buck!!! I need to upgrade some componets but other than that it is a great bike. The Manitou SX-D shocks are great. They have a nice smooth ride over all surfaces. It was defintally worth the wait for the 2000 series. Overall this is a great bike and was a good investmant.
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Submitted by
Robert
a Weekend Warrior
from Ruston, LA Date Reviewed: October 14, 1999
Favorite Trail:
Lincoln Parish Park
Duration Product Used:
less than 1 month
Strengths:
Upgraded SX-D shock from '99 rear der. price
Weaknesses:
front der. brakes crankset
Similar Products Used:
Trek 6500 Diamondbacks in same range Cannondales in same range
Bike Setup:
Stock 2000
Bottom Line:
Great overall bike for the price. Key word-overall. If you want to take the bike piece by piece you can certainly say that many of the components suck, the frame is too stiff, the brakes suck etc... Keep in mind though, this is a bike in the price range of low 500s. It is not going to have top of the line components. I had $450 to spend and this was actually over my range, but the frame and front shock were too much better than the 4500 to pass up. Over time, I will simply upgrade individual components. This way you don't shell out 2grand at once. Bottom line - excellent overall package for the price but the components are far below what experienced riders and racers are looking for.
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Submitted by
Jonathan Hanna
a Weekend Warrior
from San Jose, CA Date Reviewed: October 13, 1999
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Strengths:
Shocks Frame Rear Derailer
Weaknesses:
Front Derailer !!! Brakes
Similar Products Used:
Trek 930 Gary Fisher Tassajara, Aquila Specialized Hard Rock Marin Bear Valley
Bike Setup:
stock, so far
Bottom Line:
I acually bought a Y2K Trek 6000, and it was well worth the wait, got a much better shock than the 1999 model (Manitou SX-D). This bike is definately the best bike for the money. Sure it has its flaws, like a front derailer that won't work right and no name brakes, but hey, what bike doesn't, and we are talking about a $530 bike here. This bike is a nice bike to do future upgrades. I did a couple of months of intensive research and this was the best bike for the $500 price range, at least in aluminum frames. The other bikes I tried were great also, with exception of the Tassajara, but I prefer the stiffness of aluminum over cro-moly.
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Submitted by
Gordon
a Cross-Country Rider
from St. Louis Mo Date Reviewed: October 7, 1999
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Bottom Line:
I'm sorry, but I just can't agree with you guys. I bought this bike and absolutely HATED it!!!!! The componets suck, as do the shocks, and the no name brakes are crappy. I would definetly NOT RECOMEND this product to anyone!!!! I would much rather buy a Schwinn Moad 2. All of the componets are better. No Offense guys, but this bike SUCKS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Submitted by
Bragg
a Weekend Warrior
from Murfreesboro,TN Date Reviewed: September 24, 1999
FRONT DERAILLUER SEAT Cranks(Acera) Brakes (No Name)
Similar Products Used:
GT Aggressor, Trek 930, GT Richocet, Schwinn Moab
Bike Setup:
'00 6000 Manitou SX Bontrager FS+10 Race seat Kore Lite Handlebar LX crankset
Bottom Line:
Overall good bike for the money. I am an intermediate rider but I can see some obvious weaknesses this bike has. The seat should be replaced immediately, your local LBS may switch it out for you if you ask. The front derailluer sucks so bad it needs to go the day you get it, at least move to an LX even better XTR. The Acera crankset are ok but I bent them in a crash along with the handlebars so I upgraded to LX cranks and Kore lite handlebar. I am going in for my new bike tune-up next week and it is extremely over due. Bottom line good bike but some low line compnents upgrade these and you're ready to go.
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Submitted by
Todd Rydquist
a Weekend Warrior
from Billings, MT Date Reviewed: September 21, 1999
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Strengths:
price, fun to ride
Weaknesses:
durability problems
Bike Setup:
stock setup except Sugino crank
Bottom Line:
On the positive side, I've taken this bike on some pretty rough stuff and it's handled well...it really has been a kick to ride. It usually does everything I need it to. On the negative side, I've been through a lot of repairs. I had a huge problem with chain suck, which was eventually solved when the crank was replaced with a Sugino (which has worked surprisingly well, given all the horror stories I've read...it's actually better than the Acera the bike came with). I've had some problems with breaking spokes on the rear...eventually requiring a rebuild of the back (under warranty). The front has behaved pretty good after the last truing. I've also gone through a shifter, and destroyed the saddle (partially from a wreck, the nose started to bend before I finished the job off). I've also probably had it back to the dealer for more than it's fair share of adjustments. Granted, I'm pretty big (240-250), so I probably wear on a bike a little more than the average bear. As far as the Rock Shox Jett, I don't think it's as bad a unit as everyone else is making it out to be. My only real complaint is that it could be stiffer. They should put a shock with a stiffer elastomer on a 22 1/2 bike, since you're probably going to only sell them to large mutants like myself. Overall...I'd probably say 4+ for the time I've spent on the bike, and 2- for the repairs I've had done...averaging out to about a 3. The price is right. One thing about advise to buy it and upgrade it...If I had the green to upgrade, I probably would've bought a more expensive bike to start with...so if you plan on riding really hard, you may want to spend an extra buck or two.
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Submitted by
Paul
a Weekend Warrior
from Yonkers, NY Date Reviewed: September 19, 1999
Favorite Trail:
Graham Hills
Duration Product Used:
less than 1 month
Strengths:
Shock Shifters Rear Derailer Frame Best overall value!
Weaknesses:
Hard Saddle
Similar Products Used:
'99 Trek 6000 GT and Mongoose around $600 range.
Bike Setup:
Stock Y2K Trek 6000 with gel saddle & water bottle.
Bottom Line:
After much research, I think I got the best bang for the buck. You can't beat this bike. I've ridden mine hard for about 6 weeks now and so far I love it...
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Submitted by
Sean Ashby
a Cross-Country Rider
from Orem, Utah Date Reviewed: September 19, 1999
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Strengths:
Manitou SX-D fork Rims Tires R Der
Weaknesses:
Front Dr
Similar Products Used:
Haro Specailized HR GT Giant
Bike Setup:
Manitou SX-D Shimono componits
Bottom Line:
This bike is so awesome! You can take it off trails on explore with no problem! Its awesome to get around on and the Manitou SX-D fork rides dang smooth. Its all you can ask for for a bigginer rider even i would say to intermeadeit! Its Awesome!
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Submitted by
Carl Aka MTB Junkie
a Cross-Country Rider
from Colton, CA Date Reviewed: September 18, 1999
Favorite Trail:
were ever there is a challenge!!
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Strengths:
tire, Rims, no-name brakes, front forks, steering capabilites
After having muti-headaches over a lame full suspension looks good bike. I dug deep for a month, what was I going to do for I was a mountain bike junkie over night. I discovered for over all price, durability and handeling the Trek 6000 Millennium model is hands down the king of the mountain. For what it has to offer a FNG to mountain biking or oldtimer to the sport, this bike has pontential for being a competative racer with only a few upgrades. Oh yes throw the seat away and get yourself a Terry Liberator made in Italy, it Kicks Hardtail or shall I say saves it, far better than the GEO body by Specialized. Bottom line spend the $20 more for next years model you will not regret it~!!!!
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Submitted by
kathryn
a Weekend Warrior
from Huntsville, Al Date Reviewed: September 14, 1999
Duration Product Used:
less than 1 month
Strengths:
rides smooth, i like my front shock, excelent frame i like the colors too
Weaknesses:
had some problems with my front derailer
Similar Products Used:
nothing like this
Bottom Line:
This is the nicest bike i have ever owned, it is my first mt bike and i think it was a realy good choice for a beginer. Not only does this baby get me to class in the mornings, but also i take it out on the weekends for some off road fun. However if it gets too buby i have problems with the front der. but i think that can be replace. Over-all it is a realy awesome bike.
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Submitted by
stormy
a Weekend Warrior
from richmond calif Date Reviewed: September 13, 1999
Favorite Trail:
redwood trail oakland
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Strengths:
the bike handles great and goes up hill like a goat nice'n light to also very fast down hill.
Weaknesses:
I changed rapid fire for grip shift , also chaged rear tire for specialized gumma stock tire slipped up hill at critical points also derailers needed adjustment several times at beginnig .
Similar Products Used:
KONA molakula
Bike Setup:
rock shocks
Bottom Line:
very good bike once you'ev changed the tires and shifters very light and responsive goe's and goe's like the energizer bunnie on steroids color grows on you may change rear derailer eventually .
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Submitted by
jkl888
a Weekend Warrior
from Hackensack, NJ Date Reviewed: September 8, 1999
Favorite Trail:
paramus park
Duration Product Used:
less than 1 month
Strengths:
light, well equiped for the novice enjoying the trails... quick pick up,
Weaknesses:
gear train not the best but tolerable, strap pedals hard to learn
Similar Products Used:
trek 930, 1999 tek 6000, mongoosse sx 6.5, bunch of gts, bunch of giants, all between $400 and $600
Bike Setup:
manitou magnum (what's that???), rapid fire shifts, standard everything
Bottom Line:
for $500, this is the best front suspension bike, moderately light, quick pickup, pretty good shocks....
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Submitted by
Pat Lui
a Weekend Warrior
from Amherst, NY Date Reviewed: August 27, 1999
The best bike for $520. If you got only around $600 to spend, there is no reason to try any other bike.
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Matt
a Weekend Warrior
from Utica NY Date Reviewed: August 24, 1999
Favorite Trail:
NH town park
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Strengths:
frame wheelset rear der. shock
Weaknesses:
front der.
Similar Products Used:
my old piece of shit and friends bikes nothing to compare this to though. this is the first real bike ive owned
Bike Setup:
99' 6000 with jett t2, specialized body geo sport, bontrager race lite bar ends, new seat post
Bottom Line:
its a great bike, great mix of components, the stock seat sucks bad. body geo is great buy it!! bar ends great improvment. seat post bent but my LBS got me a new one for nuthin. the new 6000 is the same except for the fork which i think sucks. it may be plusher than the t2 but it bottoms out too fast i can do it just pushing it down. my next upgrade will be to lx front and a thomson seat post also clipless pedals the stock ones are death traps i took the harnesses off, this is my second review by the way
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Submitted by
Chris
a Weekend Warrior
from Farmington Hills Date Reviewed: August 13, 1999
1999 Trek 6000 Jett T2 fork Bar ends Specialized Body Geo. Sport seat
Bottom Line:
This bike definitely rocks for a beginner-intermediate rider! This is my first bike with a front suspension, and for my weight (170lbs), the Jett T2 fork works very well. The light weight of this bike is a vast improvement over my last, a '95 Trek 830, and it allows me to really power up the hills. For the money, you can't ask for a better value for the bike and components you get. Although I have a few incidents in my 3 months with this bike, nothing has broken so far- very durable! With the upgrade to the Manitou SX shock for the 00 model year, this bike is an even better value.
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Submitted by
Joe
a Weekend Warrior
from Chicago, IL Date Reviewed: August 5, 1999
Duration Product Used:
less than 1 month
Strengths:
Manitou SX shock Aluminum frame
Weaknesses:
brakes front derailleur
Similar Products Used:
specialized hardrock, rockhopper Trek 6000 1999 model
Bike Setup:
'00 model with Manitou SX D shock
Bottom Line:
Great bike for the price, especially of you make some upgrades. The color scheme, shock, and pedals are much better than th 1999 model. I would recommend upgrading the brakes and the front derailleur.
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Matt
a Weekend Warrior
from Utica, NY Date Reviewed: August 1, 1999
Favorite Trail:
anything really
Duration Product Used:
less than 1 month
Strengths:
frame components price shock
Weaknesses:
nothing as of now that i notice
Similar Products Used:
tested alot before i bought this one i know i got a better bike here than bikes costing more
Bike Setup:
stock do far i need some more $$$ for upgrades
Bottom Line:
this bike kicks ass. i researched for months and months and tested several differnt bikes. i liked the 00' better than the 00' because i dont like manitou at all its squshy and cant support much wieght.. even though people trash the t2 on this review forum i dont think its a bad fork if you want a better one spend more money if trek gave you a better for the quality of the frame and compnents would suffer to make it in the price category. also for the people that complain because this isnt a down hill racer no shit its not it never said it was i dont know where you can call it one you get what you pay for. i think i got THE best bike out there for the money
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Submitted by
G-Man
a Cross-Country Rider
from n/a Date Reviewed: July 29, 1999
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Strengths:
Cool looks, nice shocks (stock Jett T2)
Weaknesses:
Weakness?? Well, a bit on the heavy side (I got a 22.5 inch)
Similar Products Used:
None like this
Bike Setup:
Stock, but added Specialized Body Geo. Comp, icon post (like on the 7000), shimano clipless pedals, bar-ends
Bottom Line:
Especially for $520, this bike is awseome, slap on a good pair of clipless pedals and Specialized's body geo. saddles and you're set to have a good time. I never had a suspension fork before and it feels GREAT and handling is even better thanks to Bontrager.
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Submitted by
Nathan Houle
a Cross-Country Rider
from Lindon utah Date Reviewed: July 27, 1999
Favorite Trail:
Gooseberry Mesa
Duration Product Used:
tested or demo'ed only
Strengths:
I like the lightness, price, and rapid fire shifters. The brakes are good and so it traction.
Weaknesses:
Shock is a little hard for 100 lbs.
Similar Products Used:
Trek 800, Specialized Rockhopper
Bike Setup:
trek 6000, rs Jett t2
Bottom Line:
An overall great for me, and it is pretty light.
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AJ
a Weekend Warrior
from Lynchburg, VA Date Reviewed: July 25, 1999
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Strengths:
Manitou front forks Bontrager tires rapid fire shifters Titanium Silver color
Weaknesses:
front derailler
Bottom Line:
This is my first mountain bike. I'm glad I waited to get the 2000 model with the upgrades. The tires are great for off road but a little too aggressive for the road. The front derailler needed a minor adjustment. The bike handles well and the forks are excellent. I am very impressed for the money ($517). With the many hills around here, this bike should do well for any beginner. The new colors are attractive. You will need to invest in a good pair of bar ends. Did made a good bike for the money!
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Submitted by
Trekkie
a Weekend Warrior
from Brookline, MA Date Reviewed: July 23, 1999
Favorite Trail:
Viet
Duration Product Used:
less than 1 month
Strengths:
Price Weight SX-D Front Shock Control
Weaknesses:
Front Dr
Similar Products Used:
GT Agressor, etc. Trek 830Al Trek 6000 '99 Trek 6500 Specialized Rockhopper, etc. Raleigh M60, M80, etc.
Bike Setup:
2000 Trek 6000 Manitou SX-D Front Shock Added Bar-ends
Bottom Line:
I love this bike!!!!!!! I did weeks of research and test driving. For a bit above 500, you can't go wrong. The new Manitou front suspension greatly improves on the '99 6000 (already a great bike despite the Jett T2). Later on, drop a few bucks to replace the front der's to LX or above and you get affordable high performance! This bike rides well and steers accurately through fast singletrack or steep technicals. Sure, you can spend twice the $$$ on a more upscale bike, but with the 6000's performance and value, it can't get to be twice as good as this! I give this 5 flames!
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Submitted by
Dave Wiggs
a Weekend Warrior
from Hamton, VA Date Reviewed: July 21, 1999
Favorite Trail:
Murl Ravine @ York River State Park
Duration Product Used:
less than 1 month
Strengths:
Great, Lightweight bike. Nice change from the Roc Shock to the Manitou this year.
Weaknesses:
Standard toe clips - are a deathtrap. Take them off! Brakes squeal like a pig. Rapid Fire and rear LX derailer are a little quirky - Seat is a little hard on the posterior.
Similar Products Used:
Schwinn Mesa Specialized Higher end Treks Gary Fisher GT
Bike Setup:
The 99-00 transition 6000 with the new Answer Manitou shock, LX rear derailer and Bountrager Wheelies.
Bottom Line:
I would recommend this bike- highly. I love it. Mind you, I've had it for a week only. Sure, it has its quirks - but what bike doesn't? I did a hell of a lot of research. This is a nice bike for an intermediate rider who doesn't want to break the bank. I paid $509. If you're in Tidewater VA - check out Mike @ East Coast. Going from a rigid Schwinn (pre shocks), it's like an Escort to a Cadilac! Trek has done a good job. And I had been warned to stay away from the conglomerants (Kelin Fisher Trek, et. al.) And, I too have taken a few spills - although I blame it on going from a 12 year old, 73lb, cro-mo Schwinn to a new Aluminum.
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Submitted by
Jim
a Weekend Warrior
from Virginia Beach Date Reviewed: July 21, 1999
Favorite Trail:
York River State Park
Duration Product Used:
less than 1 month
Strengths:
Great price, LX Rear Derailer, good no name brakes, Bontrager wheels and tires. TOUGH BIKE!
Weaknesses:
This bike falls down a lot. Honest, it's not my fault.
Similar Products Used:
Gary Fisher Tassajara Schwinn Mesa GSX
Bike Setup:
Stock except I put metal pedals on it
Bottom Line:
This is one tough bike. I've only been riding for about a month now and this bike has taken the worst falls, endos and other punishmnet I've dished out. I'm very happy with it and would recommend it to anyone on a budget or as a starter bike.
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Submitted by
Dave S
a Weekend Warrior
from West Yorkshire, England Date Reviewed: July 17, 1999
Duration Product Used:
less than 1 month
Strengths:
Great frame Great components for the money Awsome colour(dragonfly)
Weaknesses:
Nowt
Similar Products Used:
Gary Fisher Aquilla Marin Bear Valley
Bike Setup:
Standard set up
Bottom Line:
I love my 6000shx!! This bike is fantastic!! It's light, quick, handles well and looks great. with a couple of upgrades, ie the Alivio components, you have the best bike for the money. why spend more!!!
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Submitted by
Angus
a Weekend Warrior
from PA Date Reviewed: July 14, 1999
Duration Product Used:
less than 1 month
Strengths:
Great Manitou SX front fork (on 2000 model) LX rear dr Bontrager rims and tires Aluminum frame
Weaknesses:
Acera front dr no-name brakes
Similar Products Used:
GT Rebound Gary Fisher Tassajara Specialized Hardrock A1 Comp FS
Bike Setup:
2000 model Trek 6000, bar ends
Bottom Line:
I was having a very hard time choosing a bike, having obsessed on it for the better part of three weeks, and test-ridden 5 or 6 bikes. Most of the bikes in the $500 price range have significant tradeoffs, whether it's a cromoly frame, lesser derailleurs and brakes, etc. I guess at that price point its to be expected, and it seems you have to pay another $200 or so to make much of a difference, so I was already resigned to some low-end stuff that I would upgrade as it broke.One thing that all the bikes I looked at shared were the awful Rock Shox Jett front forks (including the 1999 Trek 6000). As a 230 lb. rider, I would have been better off with a rigid front fork than one of those pieces of crap. So imagine how happy I was when my LBS told me that the only 21 6000 they had in stock was a 2000 model year that had a version of the Manitou SX on the front. What a difference!! This shock has significantly more travel and is much more plush than anything else offered as stock in this price range. It made my decision to purchase the 6000 a no-brainer, and it made my first ride last night a true pleasure.Besides a switch to alloy pedals instead of resin, I believe the Manitou is the only change from the 1999 6000. IMO, though, considered with the Alpha aluminum frame, the LX rear derailleur, and a price of $520, this bike stands far above the others in its price range, and I stopped worrying about moving upmarket. I don't know what the other manufacturers have in mind for the 2000 model year, but unless they make some significant upgrades this Trek rules at this price point.I give it five flamin' wiener dogs.
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Submitted by
Gary
a Cross-Country Rider
from Buffalo Date Reviewed: July 8, 1999
Favorite Trail:
fast and curvy (like my woman)
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Strengths:
geometry, tires, rapid fire, paint
Weaknesses:
JETT T2, seat, pedals, seat post, bar, stem, front DR, did I mention the JETT T2 sucks?
Similar Products Used:
gary fisher kiatie (SP?), trek 7000
Bike Setup:
specialized bar, barends, bontrager stem, performance seat, ritchey grips, ritchey comp pro pedals spd.
Bottom Line:
this is a bike I reviewed already, that was befor I replaced alot and could have got the trek 7000 witch has a better frame, seat, pedals, components, judy xc or c shock,,,, but for $519 it's not a bad bike, I'm looking for a judy xc to put on it next then I'll have an almost 6500. On the JETT T2 I thought at first that this spork was OK, then my dick friend had to one up me and get the gary fisher kiati, that has a Judy c, sooooooooo much more plush, and it actualy feels like it's doing something for you. But my friend is about 5 8 and is to short for a medium genisis geomitry, he hats the way the frame feels. Bit hint, Go clippless!!!!! you will love it after about 2 weeks of practice!!
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Submitted by
Mike Osiowy
a Cross-Country Rider
from Regina, Sask. Date Reviewed: July 3, 1999
Favorite Trail:
Claybank hunting reserve
Duration Product Used:
2 Years
Strengths:
Low price, light weight (for the price), nice AI frame
Weaknesses:
The very reasonable list price was made possible by skimping out on critical components
Similar Products Used:
'97 Rocky Mountain Element T.O (kicked a**), '99 Rocky Mountain Thin Air (sweet), '97 Kona AA w/XT and Manitou SX-TI
Bike Setup:
'97 Trek 6000 w/ XT rear der., '98 grip shift 4.0, Ringlé TI skewers, rigid fork (came with Rock Shox Quad. 5, basically a Jett C), assorted Alivio-grade components
Bottom Line:
I know that my 6000 isn't a '99 model, and that some changes have been made to the bike. But in any case, having owned and ridden my 6000 hard since Jan. '98, I feel that I can give a long-range perspective on the reviews.My assesment of the bike: Not too bad for the price. But if you intend to go even SOMEWHAT hardcore in your riding, and strive to be anything but a weekend warrior, then SPEND MORE. Go up to a 7000 or, better yet, get a Rockhopper FS, which comes well spec'd for the price with LX and assorted other better parts.My time spent with the 6000 has been good overall, but many memorable biking experiences have been soured by mechanical faliures. After six weeks of ownership, my rear rim tacoed, off of a CURB, no less. During last season, I went through components: shifters, a crankset, a seatpost, and the shock never worked well at all, despite relubing, reinstallation of bumpers and disassembly. It was almost a relief when it broke and I threw on a rigid fork. I had just gotten rid of almost two pounds of dead weight.If you own this bike, enjoy it. If you are a weekend warrior and want an cheaper trail bike, maybe this is your bike. But for a six-foot-two sport-class racer who tries to ride every second day, instead of replacing all of the crappy components, I should have screwed my head on straight and spent good money to begin with.
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Submitted by
Leif Ericsson
a Weekend Warrior
from Greenland Date Reviewed: July 2, 1999
Duration Product Used:
less than 1 month
Strengths:
responsive frame,good value, bontrager tires, brakes, good serious entry level bike for the price
Weaknesses:
acera front dr- suck suck suck, alivio cranks, jett t2
Similar Products Used:
GT,Schwinn,K2,Trek 930
Bike Setup:
stock
Bottom Line:
Pretty good bike for the money, no regrets about buying two(wife+myself).Fun bike to ride, and it has good upgrade potential.Good thing, cause that acera dr is the worst dr I have EVER used and the alivio crankset is way to flimsy.Jett T2 seems to work OK for my wife, but she doesn`t go off the bike paths either. I`d be just as happy with a rigid fork on my bike the way this one works, but in all fairness I do weigh 260# and I ride anywhere that looks interesting. The adjustments on this fork are apparently for looks only and the heavy spring kit that Rock Shox advertises doesn`t really exist.Ordered a Z2 BAM,that should do the trick. Nice handling frame with nice paint, but some of the welds look like they were done by a monkey, seems strong though. This could have been a really great bike if Trek hadn`t taken the cheapest way out on a few of the components. I mean what the hell, at $525, this isn`t a department store bike Trek. I give it four flaming democrats!
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Submitted by
Swede
a Weekend Warrior
from Goteborg, Sweden Date Reviewed: June 30, 1999
Favorite Trail:
Brush Mountain (Virginia Tech)
Duration Product Used:
less than 1 month
Strengths:
Frame design Manitou suspension value Bontrager tires & rims lightweight
Weaknesses:
none
Similar Products Used:
1999 Trek 6000 Trek 6500 Trek 850 Gary Fisher Kai Tai GT Timberline Specialized Rock Hopper
Bike Setup:
2000 Trek 6000 w/profile bar ends
Bottom Line:
I love this bike. It's the same design as the 1999 model, but upgrades were made on the front suspension and pedals. The bike now comes stock with a Manitou SX fork, a step up from the Rock Shox Jett. The pedals are now alloy instead of resin, a nice upgrade. For ~$540, this bike is unbeatable. I would definitely recommend it to anybody. The frame is a keeper for upgrades and I am quite pleased with all components and parts. To get the same quality frame and components with any other company, you would have to spend way more. Congrats to Trek on a well made & good looking bike.
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Submitted by
Matt Wexler
a Cross-Country Rider
from New City, NY Date Reviewed: June 29, 1999
Favorite Trail:
Ringwood state park
Duration Product Used:
less than 1 month
Strengths:
light frame LX rear derailleur bargain long travel fork(75mm)
Weaknesses:
front derailleur could be better (stx-rc)
Similar Products Used:
GT Timberline GT Aggressor Trek 850
Bike Setup:
stock, except for bar-ends
Bottom Line:
Great bike for the money
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Matt Wexler
a Cross-Country Rider
from New City, NY Date Reviewed: June 29, 1999
Favorite Trail:
Ringwood state park
Duration Product Used:
less than 1 month
Strengths:
light frame LX rear derailleur bargain long travel fork(75mm)
Weaknesses:
front derailleur could be better (stx-rc)
Similar Products Used:
GT Timberline GT Aggressor Trek 850
Bike Setup:
stock, except for bar-ends
Bottom Line:
Great bike for the money
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Eugene
a Cross-Country Rider
from Toronto Date Reviewed: June 24, 1999
Duration Product Used:
tested or demo'ed only
Bottom Line:
Not bad for the money. However if you're really into biking, save up and get a 7000 (or at least a 6500). If you want a better value, get Trek's ChroMo bike. The weight is similar anyway. It's always nice to get a steel feel too. Even the store salespeople steered me away from this bike last year, despite the fact they weren't selling very well.
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Dário
a Cross-Country Rider
from Portugal Date Reviewed: June 5, 1999
Duration Product Used:
less than 1 month
Strengths:
-Frame Geometry -Price -Bontrager jones tires
Weaknesses:
The bike comes with lots of low-price material that should be replaced: -Brakes -Front derailleur Alivio -Jett t2
The bike is excellent in relation with its price. You have do some small changes like brakes and maybe suspension.I love to ride it. Since I bought it I start to ride more often.
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Bob Grabowski
a Cross-Country Rider
from Queens, NY Date Reviewed: June 4, 1999
Duration Product Used:
less than 1 month
Strengths:
Bontrager Jones Tires Rapidfire Shifters Frame Size Selection
Weaknesses:
Heavy for Aluminum Harsh ride Rock Shox JET T2 Brake levers too small
Similar Products Used:
Trek 830 Cannondale F600
Bike Setup:
Original components with no modifications
Bottom Line:
The Bontrager Jones tires are a nice compromise for most riding, though I prefer the lower rolling resistance of the Revolt ST2's that come on the 8000). Shimano's Acera Front Derailer works surprisingly well, and the LX rear derailer does its job. The pedals with clips and straps may not be state of the art but they accomodate my big size 16 feet nicely. I also appreciate the fact that they flip immediately to the platform side w/o clips when I need to remove my foot, yet easily flip to the side with clips when I want to clip in again. On the downside, the 6000 is somewhat hefty. Higher series models use the lighter zxAlpha aluminum, 6000 and 830al models use Alpha Aluminum. But the 6000 was the highest aluminum model in Trek's hardtail line that came in my size (22.5 in). Handling is very good under all conditions, braking is adequate, but the brake levers themselves are too small and the handlebar is too wide for use w/o bar ends. The Trek 6000 rides harshly and the Rock Shock Jett T2 does little to dampen the harshness. Yet, the whole somehow adds up to more than the sum of its parts.
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damon
a Cross-Country Rider
from ct Date Reviewed: June 3, 1999
Duration Product Used:
tested or demo'ed only
Strengths:
frame geometry
Weaknesses:
brakes, front derailleur
Similar Products Used:
marin rocky ridge
Bike Setup:
stock
Bottom Line:
test rode this p.o.s. because i was interested in the 7000 and wanted to be sure of the frame size. i guess the frame is ok but the brakes and front derailler suck a$$. brakes squeal like a pig and the front derailleur isn't smooth at all. i guess not a bad bike but i expected more for the money. i am not even considering the 7000 now because the ride sucked so bad. i'm sticking with my original choice of a marin rocky ridge.
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Remmelt van der wal
a Cross-Country Rider
from netherlands Date Reviewed: May 28, 1999
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Strengths:
stiff, light, and ofcourse the tires (IRC Mythos xc)
Weaknesses:
mmm, brakes (all of it) i think. and front derailleur and the saddle.
Similar Products Used:
-
Bike Setup:
-6000 '98 -jett XC -LX rear and Alivio front -535 SPD
Bottom Line:
Bike is ok. I ride about 3 times a week (all year). After almost 1 year i bought myself a Jett XC and riding improved significantly. Good bike to start with. Maybe some uprgrading is wanted since the bike came with alivio parts etc. After 1 year i broke the rear rim, and had to change the casette+chain. I am happy with it.
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Billiard Biker
a Downhiller
from Randolph NJ Date Reviewed: May 27, 1999
Favorite Trail:
Morris Canal's Nature Trail
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Strengths:
Good shox for a rider my weight(130) excellent frame, bombproof rims, great components(except pedals) Acera Drive train kicks ass and the Lx derailleur is excellent
Weaknesses:
Seat's a little stiff, stock tubes blow ass.I wanted Dragonfly Orange but they only make t red or blue
Similar Products Used:
Trek 830
Bike Setup:
Trek 6000, Rock Chox jett C t2
Bottom Line:
Excellent bike with all the fun stuff you want for serious kick ass riding. Definitely the best thing i have ever bought. All my friends are jealous.
$ 899.99
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