Join the 29er Revolution If you have ridden one you know why you want one. If you have ever wanted to try one, this is the best deal on a 27 Speed, Shimano drivetrain equipped 29er bike with powerful Disc Brakes and Lockout front fork. SWEET HANDLING Gravity has really dialed in a race-proven geometry into this phenomenal ride. The handling is very responsive and yet stable. Singletrack and switchbacks are all handled with ease. Slow speed and high speed, technical and flat-out hammering, you will go faster because this bike is so capable. Frame: ALLOY 6061 Aluminum D-Section, Hydroformed Downtube with reinforced Gusset, replaceable rear derailleur hanger, water bottle mount Fork: 29" SUSPENSION FORK, SUNTOUR XCT V3 MLO 100mm Long Travel Crankset: SUNTOUR CW9-XCR 22Tx32Tx44T(for 27-SP)x175mm, ALLOY BLACK CRANK arms Bottom Bracket :SUNTOUR BB10-XCT, Sealed cartridge bearing, 68x113mm STaper Pedals : Mountain Platform Front Derailleur: Shimano Alivio Dual Pull , 31.8mm clamp Rear Derailleur: Shimano Deore long cage, for 27 Speed Shifters: Shimano Alivio, trigger shift Cassette: Cassette 11-32t 9 speed Chain :KMC Z99, for 27 Speed Hubs: Gravity by Formula Sealed Ball Bearing Disc with Quick Release Spokes: Stainless steel Rims: WTB SPEED DISC 29x32H, Black anodized Aluminum Tires: WTB PROWLER SL RACE, 29x2.1 Brakes: Tektro Novela Disc Brake 160mm Rotor front and rear Brake Levers: TEKTRO RS-360A ALLOY BLACK, Brake Levers: Headset: CaneCreek VP-A42E Sealed Bearing threadless 1 1/8 in Handlebar :Black Finish Aluminum 6061 T6, 610MM Stem: Black Finish Aluminum threadless EXT:90MM(15.5"~17.5")/110MM(19"~21")x10 DEGREES Tape/Grip: WTB DualCompound Saddle: WTB SpeedV Seat Post: Black Finish Aluminum Mountain 27.2mm x 400mm (insert min 2 inches below lowest top tube weld / maintain clamp collar tightness) Seat Post Clamp: Super Light Alloy with Quick Release
N**B
Quality Bike with room to grow at 1/2 price of name brand LBS rides.
For the $500 price point, this bike is comparable to your LSB's $1,000 models. Though I like to provide support to your LBS, I was reluctant to pay double for a comparable Deore Derailleur equipped base level mountain bike. Always start with expectations to ride more mountain bike rides than I end up pursuing.Had some support issues that were promptly and quickly resolved both from the Amazon Reseller level with some directly inaction with Gravity bikes USA.I am going to highlight some negatives that, for $500, I don't think should cause you any concern. Again, you are paying 1/2 for a bike you would get at the LBS.1. Some components are really cheap. These include: Saddle (replaced immediately with an extra road bike saddle I had). If you have done anything more that a few weekend rides on flat trails, purchase a new saddle along with this bike. There as some nice $50 saddles from Ritchey sold at Amazon that fit the bill.Seat post quick release on one the two bikes came with the rivet supporting the quick release lever. The 2nd bike there was no problem. Gravity offered to reimburse me for the replacement clamp I purchased ($25 Profile) but I don't think that was necessary. The clamp was appropriate for the price point.2. One of the two bikes was damaged in shipping. The damaged part was the derailleur hanger. These are designed to break so the rest of the frame isn't damaged if you rip something across your derailleur. I discovered the problem on Friday and the reseller had a new one to me by the next Friday. None of the LBS had a universal hanger that would fit. If you are going to do any real trail riding, you might want to purchase a spare. This feature is on ALL quality bikes. I don't know whether this particular hanger is softer than comparable models.I don't know how long these components will last, if you start really riding. The frame appears to be quality enough at if you grow into more riding it will support upgrades.Both the reseller and company have been very responsive.
M**D
Four Stars
Great bike for the price.
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