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sliderule43
a Recreational Rider
from Date Reviewed: January 11, 2010
Strengths: Well made. Easy and firm adjustments. Great shifting. Disc brakes. Good riding position for rec rider. Internal hubs minimize adjustments. Adjustable handlebars.Weaknesses: Heavy. Rear rack is attractive, but not that useful. Looks great though for neighborhood riding.Bottom Line: Well made bike with internal hub. My first Giant bike and I really like the quality. Perfect bike for retiree (me).
I liked the back rack when I bought it, but not that practical. Purchased twin briefcase bags made for this rack-$90. Wish I replaced the rack, as the first reviewer did.
Favorite Ride: Trail, Neighborhood.
Price Paid:
$600.00
Purchased At: Roll-the Greene
Similar Products Used: Schwinn 3 speed internal hub. Absolutely no comparison to this Giant.
Bike Setup: This is the Trans Send EX with disc brakes. Removed the front fender. Scraping. They look metal but are plastic.
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krynn9000
a Recreational Rider
from Date Reviewed: March 22, 2009
Strengths: -disc brakes, fenders, chain guard (mandatory items for me on a commuter)
-ergonomics
-AFINE REAR HUBWeaknesses: -stock mechanical disc brakes don't stop very well and are noisy
-bike is extremely heavy
-heavy no name wheels
-vertical drop outs require goofy Alfine chain tensionerBottom Line: This is a solid commuter and comes fairly close to my "ideal commuter" bike. After looking at TONS of options for commuting, I guarantee you that NO bike has every feature that a commuter needs; all are lacking in some way. This bike does a good job! Disc brakes, chainguard/fenders, rack, and Alfine 8spd rear hub make for a solid commuter. Honestly, the only way to get the perfect commuter is to build one yourself from the ground up.
Favorite Ride: anything not windy
Price Paid:
$600.00
Purchased At: Roll: Easton, Columb
Similar Products Used: looked at various commuter bikes. The Specialized Globe models come close, but don't have disc brakes!
Bike Setup: -replace rear rack with a Topeak disc compatible one (much more solid)
-spray paint fenders and chain guard black
-upgraded brakes to Shimano Deore hydraulics
-Blackburn system x6 front and Mars 3.0 rear lights (both very bright and solid)
-OnGuard Bulldog U-lock keeps the bike mine.
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