Excellent low cost bike
Written: Jun 12 '03
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Pros: Low cost, Aluminum frame, full suspension
Cons: Torturous stock seat.
The Bottom Line: I would recommend this bike to anyone who wants a tough bike and doesn't have the money for top of the line.
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| anmeisen's Full Review: Mongoose Aluminum Mountain Bike XR-100 |
I have been biking for many years. I used to own a nice Trek which cost me around $500, but it got stolen a couple years ago, and I haven't had the money since to get a new one.
I was searching for a low cost mountain bike, and researched several brands and found this particular bike by Mongoose was the best bike for the money. I researched the Dynacraft Vertical bikes which are sold at Target and Fred Myer etc, but they have had several recalls for frames that crack under strain, so I passed on that particular brand.
When I went to buy the XR100 at Walmart, the guy there was very honest and informed me that the only parts they assembled was, the seat, pedals, handle bars to the neck and attached the front wheel (quick disconnect). The rest is assembled at the factory. He said that I should go through it and make sure it is tight and adjusted for my personal use before riding, as they install these parts "SNUG", not "TIGHT". So I did. Nothing a set of metric allen wrenches couldn't handle. I rode it once and the seat was very painful, not made for grown men. So, I went back to Walmart and purchased an after market Schwinn Gel seat with a center channel for men. I have been riding it now for over a month, and I really have put it through alot of torture, ie many jumps and mud puddles, rocks and gravel. I have to say I am very impressed with it for the price. I would equate this bike to my old Trek, honestly.
Granted, it is not a top of the line Trek or Specialized, but for the money, I have been able to keep up with my buddies on their more expensive bikes, no problem. I have to hand it to Walmart, most of there mountain bikes are not exactly up to par for most serious riders, but with this one, I do believe they have a winner.
Recommended:
Yes
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