Components
Frame: 6061 Aluminum Alloy, Double Butted, Tapered Head Tube, Boost Thru Axle, SRAM UDH
Fork: SR Suntour Air Boost Thru Axle, 120mm Travel
Shifter: Shimano 9 Speed Cues
Derailleur: Shimano 9 Speed Cues RD-RDU4009
Crank: Hollow 170mm Length
Bottom Bracket: External 73mm
Cassette: Shimano CSLG3009; 11-46T 9 Speed
Seatpost: 31.6mm Exa Form Dropper Post 125mm Travel
Handlebar: 31.8mm Alloy, 740mm Width
Stem: 50mm Length Alloy
Brakes: Tektro Hydraulic Disc; 180mm Front and Rear Rotors
Hubs: Front 15mm x 110mm Alloy Boost Thru Axle; Rear 12mm x 148mm Alloy Boost Thru Axle
Rims: Double-Wall Alloy Welded Tubeless Compatible
Tires: Maxxis 29"x2.4"
I was also thinking about the fs3 fast flow
by Elegant_Search_4409
3 Comments
It certainly seems a fair bit better than most big box store bikes, but I think saving a little more for a bike from a more reputable bike brand would be the move. You may be able to snag a decent deal on an overstock/off season hard tail for a little more money. It will likely be a better build and have much better resale if/when you’re in the market for something more capable.
It’s not a bad bike. But I’d probably spend a little more and get a Polygon Xtrada, Trek Marlin or Giant Talon. Those can run in the $620-700 range. You can use 99Spokes.com to compare models.
My hardtail is the Xtrada 5 and I love it.
With any of these just make sure you invest in some good pedals and grips.
I’ve seen a lot of buzz about these. Regardless of people’s opinion I’d be skeptical of its assembly being from Walmart. I’d immediately take it to your local shop and have them check everything over. Most shops make their money on service anyway.