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2.89/5
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$ 240.00
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Description:
- Bottom bracket: Cartridge
- Crank: SR XCC-100 48/38/28
- Pedals: Nylon platform
- Rear derailleur: Shimano TX50
- Shifters: Shimano EF29
- Chain: KMC Z51
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Submitted by
Louis Wilner
a Weekend Warrior
from shawnee Ks USA
Date Reviewed: August 7, 2007 | | Favoriate Trail: | Overland Park | | Duration Product Used: | 3 months | | Price Paid: |
$250.00 | | Purchased At: | trek store | | Strengths: | light | | Weaknesses: | entry level components | | Similar Products Used: | Trek Giant | | Bike Setup: | computer, clipless pedals, medium bar ends | | Bottom Line: | There were two bikes under $300 that stood out in my area, the Gary Fisher Mako, and the Giant Boulder. I wanted a hardtail to get back in shape after my heart attack, so I chose the Mako.
After the initial break in and adjustments the bike is still keeping up with me...100 miles a week.
I occasionally get some "chain suck"
Shifts are still smooth and accurate
some sound from the RIVETED CHAINRINGS
some sound from the headset on hard braking
good entry level | Value Rating: Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Louis wilner
a Weekend Warrior
from shawnee KS Usa
Date Reviewed: July 11, 2007 | | Favoriate Trail: | overlandpark | | Duration Product Used: | 3 months | | Price Paid: |
$250.00 | | Purchased At: | trek store | | Strengths: | light | | Weaknesses: | componets & chain stay location | | Similar Products Used: | trek 830 | | Bike Setup: | stock w/ toe straps and medium bar ends | | Bottom Line: | I did alot shopping in my area, and the 2 that stood out under 300 were the giant "boulder" and the Gary Fisher "Mako". I didnt want a bike w/shocks so I chose the Mako.
Standing up on climbs is a bit akward for me (before buying try all positions)
I have had some "Chain suck" the chinstay could be offset (I plan on pounding on it when I upgrade front chain rings)
the components perform like entry level, but still perform.
I was on a budget and needed to get in shape after my heart attack. I have put at least 300 miles on it and enjoy the bike. The very few problems I have had are expected and tolerated with an bike under 300. The store I got it from was helpful.
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Submitted by
Curt Smith
a Weekend Warrior
from Morristown Tenn. USA
Date Reviewed: July 8, 2007 | | Favoriate Trail: | Panther Creek | | Duration Product Used: | Less than 1 month | | Price Paid: |
$250.00 | | Purchased At: | Pedal Shop | | Strengths: | Light frame, some decent components and the weak components are cheap to replace.Simple but dependable V-Brakes. This is a great bike for less than $300 bucks! | | Weaknesses: | Low-end Shimano parts are delicate. The '07 was advertised with the 42/34/24 chainrings, mine has the 48/38/28. The stem was not welded properly. Headset is very cheap compared to previous years of this bike. | | Similar Products Used: | Older Trek 800 series aluminum, Trek 3700 in rigid form. | | Bike Setup: | Stock with the usual bottle bracket and tool pouch. | | Bottom Line: | This is not a "Mountain" bike by today's standards but it is an "All-terrain" bike in every way. As far as rigid bikes go, this is the best value for a good quality bike. Park trails and city paths are perfect for it. Learn how to maintain the drive-train and the Tourney components will do just fine. I do suggest replacing the stock pedals and headset. This could also make a nice Single Speed (my plan). | Value Rating: Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Tim
a Weekend Warrior
from State College, PA, USA
Date Reviewed: June 16, 2007 | | Favoriate Trail: | Lower Trail | | Duration Product Used: | 2 Years | | Price Paid: |
$260.00 | | Strengths: | Great value, durable, solid components, nice frame | | Weaknesses: | Not for the hard core Mountain biker, more a rails to trails/gravel road bike. | | Bottom Line: | I have thus far owned the bike one year nine and a half months and have ridden it nearly every weekend minus the Winter months and have never had a problem with the bike. I have logged over 1300 miles on this bike and generally ride 25-35 miles on a weekend day then another 5-10 through the week and the bike runs like a top. I did follow my local bike shop's instructions and after the first 20 hour break-in I received cable and break adjustments, then after the first year I had a tune-up which primed the bike for another summer of riding, this is all the maintenance that was performed. If I had a complaint it would only be that the saddle gets a bit uncomfortable after about the two and a half hour mark but I suspect most do by then. | | Value Rating:Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Jason Lee
a Weekend Warrior
from Kirkland, WA
Date Reviewed: June 6, 2007 | | Duration Product Used: | 1 Year | | Price Paid: |
$360.00 | | Strengths: | Great Value, Light Weight, Sturdy | | Weaknesses: | It's basic | | Bottom Line: | Don't listen to these other reviews. Most of the people who post are those who complain. But I'm writing to let you know that for what you pay, you'll get something decent. I've looked at bikes under $300 and this was the best one. I had no problems with any of the parts, the bike has an aluminium frame and lacks shocks so its great for a light ride.
For a casual ride or for commuting to school or work it's great. Just don't expect a thousand dollar bike while paying a quarter of that. | | Value Rating:Overall Rating: |
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Louis Wilner
a Weekend Warrior
from Shawnee KS USA
Date Reviewed: May 24, 2007 | | Favoriate Trail: | overland park | | Duration Product Used: | Less than 1 month | | Price Paid: |
$250.00 | | Purchased At: | trek store | | Strengths: | light light light!!!! and good looks! I get complements on it all the time. Im 5'8" and 230lbs and this bike is helping me get back to 185lbs | | Weaknesses: | haven't had it in for the 30 day check up(next week) but this is what I'll tell them:
chain skipped a couple times, (chain suck)chain gets stuck between chain stay and largest chain ring when shifting gears (sometimes), noise from crank only on 2nd chain ring, dropping gear to (front 2nd to first) hangs sometimes. A bit on the noisy side. | | Similar Products Used: | I had a trek 830 in my teens and it was a dream It didn't need any service except for a slightly bent rim(4yrs)...I sold it during a moment of broke stupidity and I am still kicking my self. | | Bike Setup: | stock shimano components
medium bar ends
toe straps (clips soon)
dual bottle cages
(thinking about street tires, and component upgrades) | | Bottom Line: | the price is great!!!
still breaking it in, will see after the 30 day check up.
I wanted a hard tail...I can sure feel the road.
These are all things I can deal with for an entry level bike. I ride 3-5 times a week 2-10 miles a trip.
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Submitted by
a Cross Country Rider
from Dallas
Date Reviewed: December 4, 2006 | | Duration Product Used: | Less than 1 month | | Strengths: | If you switch out the rigid fork for an 80mm you end up with geometry similar to modern slack XC from Commencal and Kona, but with a 1cm shorter chain stay - plan. | | Weaknesses: | Threaded headset, 7 speed hub, seat too soft, low BB with stock fork. | | Bike Setup: | Single speed using Cambria Real Design hub on Ritchey OCR rim. e-13 34t to wtb 16 cog. M580 cranks, wtb seat, used XTR front hub on light $15 sun rim... FR-5 levers | | Bottom Line: | The front deraileur for this bike may weigh as much as the frame. The frame is good. With the changes above and a light front wheel my scale says 23.5 lbs. That is with the stock rigid fork, stock steel bars and inexpensive threaded headset.
Who should buy this bike for the bike - People who want a smooth surface commuter with a lifetime frame warrantee.
Who should buy this bike for the frame - People who: like V-brakes, will not be satisfied with the suspension forks found on sub $1000 bikes, don't want genesis geometry, have light V-brake wheels that need a home.
Who should not buy this bike for the bike - People who have had problems with drivetrain flex.
Who should not buy this bike for the frame - people who need 100mm of travel.
Rating is for the frame from this $240 complete bike.
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Submitted by
Mark
a Cross Country Rider
from Columbia
Date Reviewed: May 12, 2006 | | Favoriate Trail: | Urban Street | | Duration Product Used: | Less than 1 month | | Price Paid: |
$260.00 | | Strengths: | Frame is fine and fits well. | | Weaknesses: | Components | | Similar Products Used: | Specialized Hardrock Sport, Trek 820 (Early 90's) | | Bike Setup: | Stock | | Bottom Line: | Owned one week and already in the shop with chain and gear problems. I have had Specialized and Trek entry models with no problems. The shifters are awful and I basically have one gear. The frame is the only redeeming quality about the bike. I bike mostly city with some light trails. Given that the chain pops off on the street with gear change (multiple times), I wouldn't want to see what happens on a trail. Hopefully I get a refund or a good trade in. I wouldn't recommend this bike to anyone. I would say pay the extra $100 and get something different. I was very disappointed because I thought Fisher was a good brand. | Value Rating: Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Stacy
a Weekend Warrior
from austin, texas, US
Date Reviewed: April 11, 2006 | | Duration Product Used: | Less than 1 month | | Price Paid: |
$240.00 | | Weaknesses: | Vibrations are felt on everything, and my arms were itching just from the vibrations. I was so uncomfortable I had to trade bikes with someone. It was too uncomfortable, and very disappointing to use. | | Bottom Line: | DO NOT BUY! Paying a little more is worth a lot, this bike is just not worth the money. If you are only going on the pavement you might be ok with it. I always heard great things about Gary Fisher, but this bike was not great. Paying $100 more would be worth it. | | Value Rating:Overall Rating: |
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