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peter h
a Recreational RiderDate Reviewed: May 21, 2012
Strengths: works well in nyc terrain.Weaknesses: some front wheel brake squeaking from picking up oil? in manhattan.
i wish gear changes were faster.Bottom Line: this is my first real bicycle. comparison is to an old murray toy's r us type bike. I have approx 30 miles on this bike in manhattan and it does what i need it to do. it has enough gearing to handle the hills both up and down. brakes work great. its lighter than my old bike. it looks really cool. i'm really happy with this as my starter bike for nyc use. I'm a biking novice and this suits me great.
Purchased At: ciel on 65th st
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nicholas perez
a Date Reviewed: April 14, 2012
Strengths: Pretty fast,great priceWeaknesses: A little heavy,pedals are real basicBottom Line: Took the bike out for a 12 mile on the streets of the bronx into manhatten and a up the 110th street hill in the park.It held up with the spandex boys.I have a road bike specificlly for clean miles.but this bike is tough and makes up speed with toughness.Great job Giant.
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Kevin :)
a Recreational RiderDate Reviewed: September 9, 2011
Strengths: Smooth ride
Easy gears
Excellent handle/ gripWeaknesses: Pedals could be better (not saying that they are bad)Bottom Line: I'm actually writing this review like, 2 hours after my purchase; but it seriously didn't take long before I was in love with this bike :)
Its a wonderful bike. Smooth, good looking, light.
This is my first bike in about 2 years, and also my first hybrid bike.
I've had a BMX and a mountain bike and I have to admit, this new hybrid stuff is pretty cool. feels like I'm riding something crossed with a mountain bike/ road bike while at the same time being generously comfortable like a bmx :)
I popped a few wheelies on it and it feels pretty Gee.
I'd give it a 5 out of 5 any day of the month :)
Was actually looking for a road bike, but I never liked the thin wheels on a road bike; naturally when I saw the 27 inch wheels (Slim but not skinny), I pretty much looked no further. Plus it even looks great.
White with red writing. OMG!
Favorite Ride: Giant escape 2
Price Paid:
$350.00
Purchased At: Local bike shop
Bike Setup: 27 inch wheels
white background red writing
front and rear lights
lowered seat to give it the bmx feel that I love :)
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biermant
a Recreational RiderDate Reviewed: July 28, 2011
Strengths: Looks awesome and is comfortable. Good all around bike.Weaknesses: Pedals are weak.Bottom Line: I purchased the Giant Escape 2 2012 and love it. I test rode the Trek 7.1 and Specialized and for the money, ride and comfort the Giant is a big winner.
Favorite Ride: Gian Escape 2 2012
Price Paid:
$400.00
Purchased At: South County Cyclery
Similar Products Used: Trek 7.1 and Specialized
Bike Setup: Stock
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Tyler
a CommuterDate Reviewed: July 24, 2011
Strengths: All around great looking and performing bike.Weaknesses: The pedals are not that great. Will probably upgrade those next.Bottom Line: After moving to an area built for biking I decided to ride instead of drive the 4 miles to work. I traveled to all the local bike shops and test road over a dozen different commuter, hybrid and comfort bikes. My search ended when I took the Escape 2 for a spin. The bike had everything I needed and was as comfortable as could be. Many of the bikes I tried just beat up my arms and back side while I was riding, but the Escape despite having a steel fork, was very smooth and fun to ride. It also has trigger shifters instead of the, IMHO, uncomfortable grip shifters found on bikes at similar price points. The only thing I wanted that the bike didn't come with were fenders and a rear rack, but I added both shortly after purchasing the bike and it is now perfect. I love the bike and actually look forward to my commute to and from work each day.
Favorite Ride: Giant Escape 2
Price Paid:
$380.00
Purchased At: Full Cycle in Fort C
Similar Products Used: Specialized Sirrus
Trek 7.1 FX
Cannondale Quick 4
Bike Setup: Mostly stock, but I added a set of Planet Bike Hybrid/Touring fenders and a Topeak explorer MTX rack.
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