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Nice design and very functional. By aPod from Toronto, Canada on 09/07/2009 Pros: Attractive Design, Durable, Handles Well Describe Yourself: Casual Cyclist Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Comments: This is a good looking bike with a great functional design. I've had this bike for over a year in the matte steal colour. It definitely catches people's eyes when I'm biking around the city. Even gets the occasional comments. Everything on this bike was designed with the commute in mind. Comes with all the important accessories- front/back fenders, LED back light. The only thing I added was a bell. It's also compatible with fender racks if you want to add that. The components are descent if not high end. Lower end Shimano stuff but they work well and gears shift smoothly and quickly. Durability may be an issue over time compared to higher end components. The bike comes with low resistance tires with puncture shield. I find they roll quite well on pavement. Seating position is mix between a mountain bike and cruiser/comfort bike. You're not as low on the handle bars as a mountain bike, but the more upright position makes its more comfortable on your back for an urban commute. The handle bar position can be customized so you can find a seating position you like. The only downsides to this bike other than the lower grade Shimano components are that it comes with lots of stickers. I removed some of them because I didn't want the bike looking too flashy for the bike thieves. It's also not the most nimble bike if you compare to a road bike. This is due mainly to the fact that its not as light and the tires are a bit wider than a road bike. It's still fairly lightweight compared to mountain bikes and other hybrid bikes. This is a highly recommended urban commuter bike.
By beckyleeprice from Pittsburgh, PA on 07/29/2009 Pros: Attractive Design, Durable Best Uses: Commuting, Road Biking Describe Yourself: Casual Cyclist Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Comments: This is my first bike since college so it's difficult to rate. I'm almost learning to ride all over again. It seems like a good bike and so far I'm having fun. Fortunately my son was able to put it together for me because I never would have been able to do it myself. The gears are easy to use and the brakes work well; the bike is nice looking and the fenders keep rain/mud from splattering. Overall, a good road/commuting bike.
By new commuter biker from DC metro area on 07/18/2009 Describe Yourself: Casual Cyclist Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Comments: This is a great bike for the price, since it comes with fenders to keep you dry and it seems well-built. My issue was that upon delivery, there were no instructions provided on how to complete the bike assembly. Also, the battery that came with the taillight included on the bike seat was DOA on my bike.
Not a bad Bike at all (For the Price) By Nick from NY on 11/24/2008 Describe Yourself: Casual Cyclist Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Comments: Not a bad Bike if you are looking for a budget Bike yet look nice and ride smooth
By zoolander from Des Moines, IA on 09/06/2008 Pros: Attractive Design, Durable, Great Components, Handles Well Describe Yourself: Casual Cyclist Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Comments: Fast commuter that will keep you clean without having to accessorize it.
Great bike, prime components By Bill the biker from Reno, NV on 09/03/2008 Best Uses: Mountain Biking Describe Yourself: Casual/ Recreational Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Comments: Has a great set of gears, top of the line components including Shimano Deore components. Very light. Marin is a little known but highly respected company!
An awesome lightweight, stable ride By Shekangaroo from Cheyenne, WY on 06/16/2008 Pros: Attractive Design, Handles Well, Lightweight Best Uses: Commuting, Road Biking Describe Yourself: Weekend Warrior Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Comments: Great bike for my commute to work and riding on our city's bike path. Love how light it is. I'm diggin my new, snappy ride!
By ALSmith from Washington DC on 05/22/2008 Pros: Attractive Design, Comfortable saddle, Great fenders, Lightweight Describe Yourself: Avid Cyclist Bottom Line: No, I would not recommend this to a friend Comments: This bike feels wonderful for city commuting. But from the start, I had several flat tires, then spokes keep breaking. There must be something wrong with the specs on the hub/spokes/rims. (I do not jump curbs or hit potholes)
Awesome bike, great for commuting By BFLOBIKER from Buffalo, NY on 04/25/2008 Pros: Attractive Design, Durable, Great Components, Lightweight Describe Yourself: Weekend Warrior Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Comments: I love this bike, can't say enough about it!
By Casual Biker from Cheyenne, WY on 03/25/2008 Pros: Attractive Design, Durable, Handles Well, Lightweight Best Uses: Mountain Biking, Road Biking Describe Yourself: Casual/ Recreational Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Comments: Very good mountain bike road thru trails I wouldn't have done before.
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