ravz86 Posted September 27, 2012 Posted September 27, 2012 Hi , I am new to this great forum First up I need some help, After cycling with a begginner bike for sometime now I will be upgrading this weekend. Please provide some advice and feedback. Here are a few bikes I am taking into consideration. Hope the info makes sense I copied from websites. 1) 2012 TREK 4500 DISC 21" R4999.95 ColorsMatte Metallic BlackGloss Metallic Black/Gloss Signature Green FrameAlpha Gold Aluminum w/semi-integrated head tube, formed down tube w/integrated gusset, formed top tube, monostay seatstay, forged dropouts w/rack & fender mounts, replaceable derailleur hanger Front suspensionSR Suntour XCM w/30mm stanchions, coil spring & preload, hydraulic lockout, 100mm travel Sizes21" WheelsShimano RM35 alloy center lock hubs; Bontrager AT-850 disc 32-hole rims TiresBontrager XR2, wire bead, 26x2.1" ShiftersShimano Alivio M430, 9 speed Front derailleurShimano Acera Rear derailleurShimano Deore M591 CrankShimano Alivio M4308, 44/32/22 CassetteShimano HG20-9 11-34, 9 speed PedalsWellgo alloy platform SaddleBontrager Evoke 1 SeatpostBontrager SSR, 31.6mm, 20mm offset HandlebarBontrager Low Riser, 31.8mm, 15mm rise, 9 degree sweep StemBontrager Race Lite, 31.8mm Headset1-1/8" threadless, semi-integrated, semi-cartridge bearings BrakesetShimano M446 hydraulic disc brakes GripsBontrager SSR 2) Fuji Addy 2.0 2012 R 5499 SIZES XS (13"), S (15"), S/M (17"), M (19")COLOR(S) White/RedMAIN FRAME A2-SL alloy w/ PowerCurve down tube, tri-shaped top tube, oversized seat tube and semi-integrated head tube, double water bottle mountsREAR TRIANGLE A2-SL alloy w/ S-bend stay, cold forged dropout w/ CNC'D disc mount and replaceable hangerFORK Suntour XCM w/ mechanical lockout, 100mm travelREAR SHOCK N/ACRANKSET Shimano Acera, 22/32/44TBOTTOM BRACKET Sealed cartridge bearingPEDALS Wellgo w/ steel cage, toe clips and strapsFRONT DERAILLEUR Shimano Alivio, 34.9mmREAR DERAILLEUR Shimano Deore SGS direct mount, 9-speedSHIFTERS Shimano Alivio Rapid Fire, 27-speedCASSETTE Shimano HG20, 11-34T 9-speedCHAIN KMC, 9-speedWHEELSET Fuji custom 32H mountain disc hubs w/ Alex DP17 double wall rimsTIRES Hutchinson Toro 26x2.15 or Kenda 837F/848R ATB, 26x2.1" wire beadBRAKE SET Tektro Draco hydraulic disc, 160/180mm rotorsBRAKE LEVERS Tektro Draco hydraulicHEADSET Oval 1 1/8" semi-integrated, 30mm spacersHANDLEBAR Oval M200R low riser, 31.8mmSTEM Oval M200 alloy reverse bolt technology, 31.8mmTAPE/GRIP Fuji dual density kratonSADDLE Fuji women's mountain-sport w/ steel railSEAT POST Oval M200, 31.6x350mmWEIGHT 14.06 / 31.00 3)Axis A60 R3999.95 Frame - AXIS™ LIGHTWEIGHT, FORMED ALLOY FRAME. DISK SPECIFIC Fork - SR SUNTOUR XCM V3 COIL WITH REMOTE LOCKOUT Headset - VP DROP IN/ PRESS FIT Stem - AXIS™ ALLOY COMP OS Handlebar - AXIS™ ALLOY COMP RIZER 31.8/700 grips - VELO MTB Seatpost - AXIS™ ALLOY COMP 31.6 Seatclamp - PROMAX Saddle - AXIS™ COMP Brakes - SHIMANO BRM-445 HYDRALUIC DISK Shift Lever left - SHIMANO ALIVEO TRIPLE Shift Lever right - SHIMANO ALIVEO 9 SPEED Front Derailleur - SHIMANO ALTUS Rear Derailleur - SHIMANO SLX Crankset - TRUVATIV 3 X 44-32-22 BB - TRUVATIV Pedals - WELLGO STEEL CAGE Cassette - SHIMANO HG20 - 9 SPEED 11-30T Chain - KMC Z-99 Hub front - AXIS™ DISK QR Hub rear - AXIS™ DISK QR Rims - AXIS™ DOUBLE WALL ALLOY Spokes - STAINLESS STEEL Nipples - BRASS Tires - CST CAMBER 26 X 2.10 4) Brand: Schwinn Moab Elite Mountain BikeThe frame is a Schwinn Gold Series MTB double-butted aluminum with a Suntour XCM V3 100mm travel suspension fork with lockout. The front derailleur is Shimano Alivo and the rear is Shimano Deore Shadow which give the bike a 27 speed drivetrain. The gear shifters are Shimano Alivo Rapid Fire and the brakes are Tektro Draco hydraulic with 160mm rotorsBrakes: disc brakes Frame: Alloy with replaceable drop-out Freewheel: 9 speed cassette Front derailleur : Shimano Front fork : 100mm travel Rear derailleur : Shimano Rear Shock: No Rim: Double wall Shifter: Shimano 27 speed system Tires: mountain bike
RyanB Posted October 2, 2012 Posted October 2, 2012 I am going to make your decision even harder. Have you considered this: http://www.momsenbikes.com/bikes.cfm?prod=al126_12 Good luck hehe
Forthefun Posted October 2, 2012 Posted October 2, 2012 Trek is a solid choice , they spend many millions on research. It's strong and reliable. If you had to ride each, it would be a easy choice.
Forthefun Posted October 2, 2012 Posted October 2, 2012 Hay the Axis components are also tops for the price.
Eugene Posted October 3, 2012 Posted October 3, 2012 Hay the Axis components are also tops for the price.Agreed..........you are going to battle to find something with the Axis price/value for money ratio
Vetseun Posted October 3, 2012 Posted October 3, 2012 (edited) I am going to make your decision even harder. Have you considered this: http://www.momsenbikes.com/bikes.cfm?prod=al126_12 Good luck hehe I dig that Momsen. I see they say it is sold out? Edited October 3, 2012 by THE BLOODY AGENT
Lord Catapult Posted October 6, 2012 Posted October 6, 2012 I own a Axis A60 and it is a great bike. Had no issues at all. Just put on better tires.
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