Description:Super lightweight and strong U6 double butted aluminum alloy tubing frame with a replaceable rear derailleur hanger. Race worthy RockShox Reba SL fork with 100mm of travel. Sure stopping Avid BB7 mechanical disc brakes with 160mm rotors. SRAM X.9 shifter and rear derailleur combined with the Truvativ Stylo 32T crankset with chainring. Sturdy, smooth rolling Redline sealed bearing hubs laced up to 29” WTB Laser disc trail rims. Available in 4 sizes ( 15”-21”) center to top.
Submitted by
bill
a Weekend Warrior
from wausau, wi, usa Date Reviewed: August 18, 2008
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Strengths:
Simple, tough, well-spec'd
Weaknesses:
chain throw in rough areas.
Similar Products Used:
Specialied Stumpjumper, Biachi CUSS
Bike Setup:
Stock, with Candy C pedals
Bottom Line:
I'm 5'7" with long legs and ride a 17" frame. Seemed large at first but I'm use to it now. I wanted something simple that would accomplish much of what a full suspension bike would do with much less money or complex technology (shocks, derailleurs, etc.). It has thrown the chain once in bumpy, technical single track but all was forgiven on a long, technical stretch where all I had to do was ride over everything that others were riding around. Handles technical single track well and climbs well.
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Submitted by
M_S
a Cross Country Rider
from Missoula/Portland Date Reviewed: August 13, 2008
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Purchased At:
Prodeal
Strengths:
High speed handling, parts per dollar.
Weaknesses:
The wheels are freaking tanks. I think the spokes must be like 4.0 guage or something (kidding) but they are huge. If I were racing very often I would consider getting a lighter set, but for training and more aggressive riding they're very sturdy. I also hated the grips.
Similar Products Used:
First 29er. Owned and ridden many 26" hardtails.
Bike Setup:
Stock but with Thomson stem, Forte Carbon bars, Oury grips, and Crank Brothers candy pedals
Bottom Line:
It's my first 29er, as mentioned. I think I'm sold on the 29" concept as far as XC/trail hardtails go. Increased ability to roll over stuff really is nice, at least for me. I'm 5' 11" and ride a Large, for what it's worth.
The Reba is great, but that's to be expected: it's a high end fork. Very smart of Redline to spec the bike with 100mm of travel instead of the usual 80. I think this will appeal to many people. Some have complained of flex in the Reba, but I haven't noticed any. On the other hand I only weigh about 150 pounds w/out gear.
The 1x9 is pretty good and keeps the cost down. It works for me, but considering this is a 29er Reldine should have specced an 11-34 cassette instead of 11-32. That's a pretty minor gripe though.
The bike has a very neutral feel, which I like. Slow speed handling is decent. I do notice the longer wheelbase vs. most 26" hardtails in the really slow speed, tight, techy stuff. Going to narrower handlebars seemed to quicken up the steering enough for my tastes.
Where this bike really shines is at high speed. Very, very stable at speed. Shockinly so. I'm no geometry expert, so I can't point to the numbers and say what it is about this bike, but it simlply rails singletrack when you let it all hang out. The stiff frame and wheels encourage hammering.
Simply an outstanding value, and the frame is a keeper. Good welds, and pretty light (I weighed it but now I can't remember exactly). Stock my Large weighed 26 and half pounds with candy c pedals. Not bad for 1400 dollars. All the stock components are good, but something abou this bike begs to be upgraded. Too bad I'm a college student and can't really afford to.
That's sort of the key too. Other manufacturers are speccing Tora forks or x.5/x.7 drivetrains at this pricepoint, along with lower end cranks/stem/bars. The 2009 will still be a great value--rumor is only 100 dollars more for the same bike in a different color. Not too bad since most bikes will be going up 10-20% in price for 09.
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Submitted by
pschwind
a Cross Country Rider
from Slinger, WI, USA Date Reviewed: July 18, 2008
Favorite Trail:
Glacial Blue - West Bend, WI
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$1295.00
Purchased At:
Bicycle Hangar
Strengths:
Rock Shox Reba SL, Avid BB7 Brakes, SRAM X9, Truvativ Stylo, Ritchey Pro... everything is quality
Weaknesses:
None
Similar Products Used:
Gary Fisher Cobia, X-Caliber, Paragon
Bike Setup:
Stock
Bottom Line:
I bought this Redline after riding friend’s Salsa Dos Niner and another friend’s Redline monocog. I started looking at Gary Fishers then found a Redline D460 that impressed me but I couldn’t fathom a rigid fork. One trip to the Redline website and the D660 model seemed to be the answer.
I sold my 2007 Giant Anthem and went to order the Redline. The dealer told me Redline was completely out of stock by early July. Now I felt screwed. I searched the web and eventually found that Bicycle Hangar in Missoula, MT had a 21” in stock. One quick call and the Redline was on its way to WI. The folks at Bicycle Hangar deserve a shout out for there great prices, fast shipping and overall great service.
I was worried that going to a 1x9 hard tail from a 27-speed fully slung machine might be a mistake. One outing on the Redline and I knew this bike for me. The bike climbed much better than my fully slung 26er. Obviously the hard tail was more efficient climbing but the bigger wheel handled terrain that would have slowed the 26… even with suspension. The bike seemed to carry more momentum into the climbs and inspired confidence descending.
I worried the large front wheel would make it hard to maneuver in tight single track but I was proven wrong. The 29er was easy to maneuver. The 100mm Reba SL and 29er wheel made small obstacles no obstacle.
This bike specs awesome for the price. Sure you could add some carbon fiber goodies and lose some weight but this is a very serious machine in stock form that needs nothing other than a great rider.
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Submitted by
wspanicrunner
a Weekend Warrior
from wasilla,ak Date Reviewed: July 6, 2008
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$1299.00
Purchased At:
alaska bike center
Strengths:
Fun, fast, suuuuperlight. 1X9 is perfect set up. For a bike right out of the box you can't get a better deal!
Weaknesses:
Prolly just the grips.
Similar Products Used:
First 29'er owned. Why isn't everyone riding these? They roll so much faster.
Bike Setup:
Stock right out of box. Prolly gonna change the grips, possibly a King headset for the bling.
Bottom Line:
Bottom line...very nice intro 29'er!! You will not find a better bike out there. It's light (26.4 lbs, for a 21" frame) rolls really fast, and it looks sweet too!! Redline really did a great job!! Just put some pedals on this thing and ride!!!
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Submitted by
BTown29r
a Downhiller
from Bordentown, NJ USA Date Reviewed: July 1, 2008
Favorite Trail:
Allaire
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Purchased At:
Pure Energy Cycling
Strengths:
Great quality, nice components, 29'r!
Weaknesses:
None that I have discovered yet, but give it time...
Similar Products Used:
My first 29'r, so no other bike similar for comparison sake...
Bike Setup:
Bone stock...for now!
Bottom Line:
Great bike that I got at great price too low to list through a friends shop! Would do it all over again, but it wouldn't be a great value at full retail. Regardless, it would still e a good bike and I think worth it for the full retail price...
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Submitted by
TJ
a Cross Country Rider
from Raleigh Date Reviewed: May 21, 2008
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$1200.00
Purchased At:
Ken's Bike Shop Winston Salem
Strengths:
Just about everything. The frame, Reba fork. The Ritchey Pro group is solid. I love the 1x9 gearing...the red frame with the subtle graphics look awesome.
Weaknesses:
About the only thing I can think of are the grips...but that's being petty.
Similar Products Used:
Never had a 29er before. Last bike was a Bianchi Supergrizzly....
Bike Setup:
Pretty much stock...added some 2008 Mallet 1 pedals...
Bottom Line:
This bike rocks. The 1x9 provides just enough gearing, while reducing the weight as compared to a 27 speed. The frame/fork combo is sweet. The WTB wheelset with the Redling sealed hubs seem to roll just fine. The bike climbs like a mountain goat. Very smooth. Redline scored with this one
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Submitted by
Liam
a
from Massapequa Park, NY, USA Date Reviewed: April 18, 2008
Favorite Trail:
The one I am on.
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$1260.00
Purchased At:
gorideabike.com
Strengths:
It's a 29er. Light weight (26lbs @ 19"). Affordable. Simple. Porsche color red with barbed wire stripes.
Weaknesses:
Can't ride it when I'm working or sleeping. Won't fit in an Element without folding both seats or taking off wheel.
Similar Products Used:
Redline 460. 26ers... Had a '06 Stumpjumper HT.
Bike Setup:
Stock. Just added a Lizard skin to protect my chain stay. Haven't seen anything I want to replace or upgrade. Added Shimano 520's.
Bottom Line:
Great bike. Find money, buy one.
I looked at a few bikes (IBEX Section, GF Rig) and decided to go with the d660. I wanted a light 29er that had some gears and some suspension. I don't feel roots as much. I'd be surprised if I ever bang my pedals on anything. It climbs well. Great bike for local trails and my type of riding (XC). I'll never go back to a 26er. Good mix of componets and price.
Join the revolution.
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Submitted by
Greg
a Weekend Warrior
from Richmond, VA Date Reviewed: April 3, 2008
Favorite Trail:
Schofield pass
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$1370.00
Purchased At:
Rowletts
Strengths:
Light Weight, nice rims, shock, shifters, and brakes all for a reasonable price.
Weaknesses:
not sure if it's product weakness or just bad luck...On the second ride i broke my chain 3 times! then last week, while leisurely crusing with my dog, i bent the Derailleur hanger and broke the derailleur...WTF?? one thing i have noticed is that a lot of debris (sticks) seems to get thrown up into the wheels and derailleur. i dont remember that happening as frequent with my 26" bike, but maybe it's just the time of year.
Similar Products Used:
my first 29r so nothing to compare it too.
Bike Setup:
pretty standard besides the ergo grips.
Bottom Line:
Although i labeled myself as a weekend warrior (that hurts) it's only recent; i don't think i suck that bad to break what i referenced. So far i think I’ve just had a run of bad luck. My wife probably put a curse on me for buying my 3rd bike! I like the simple 1 X 9 set up. It‘s a 19" size, and yet seems lighter than my old 26". Personally, I’m a believer in standard aluminum frames. I’m sure steel and scandium is fine, but cost more $$. I’ve not had the bike for to long, and have not raced it yet. I’ll keep you posted on any issues I have. But like I said, the bike seems pretty solid.
Who should buy it: probably weekend warriors looking for a budget yet race worthy bike. who shouldn't: guys just getting into the sport, unless you intend to put a front derailleur on.
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