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JohnnyKane
05-20-04, 07:44 PM
I was looking at this bike on ebay, it looks really good and I am thinking about upgrading from my rockhopper, is this good?


http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=27947&item=3678373611&rd=1


Thanks!

a2psyklnut
05-20-04, 09:40 PM
Yeah, for a used bike, there's not a thing I would change. Other than the description of the fork, that is NOT a triple clamp.

Seriously though, it's a well spec'd bike. If it doesn't go too high it'd be a good buy! I wouldn't go higher than $450 though. MSRP was $1200. From Charlotte, it was probably ridden a lot in Pisgah and Tsali. So, I'm sure it's Pre-Loved! The description says incredible shape, so I might consider $550, but no more than that!


L8R
Wingman115
05-20-04, 09:52 PM
Not bad the question is would it fit you? A bike to small or to big is just not fun to ride.

JohnnyKane
05-21-04, 04:44 PM
Not bad the question is would it fit you? A bike to small or to big is just not fun to ride.

i am 6'0" i think it will fit me
themuffinman149
05-21-04, 05:29 PM
im 5 foot 7 (im no midget im 15) and my 18 inch bike fits me fine. so it should fit you fine.
JohnnyKane
05-21-04, 07:30 PM
i will definetaly think about it then, it looks like a fun bike, i have only heard good things about specialized. thanks guys
Raiyn
05-22-04, 12:55 AM
im 5 foot 7 (im no midget im 15) and my 18 inch bike fits me fine. so it should fit you fine.
He's got 5 inches on you Sparky. That could mean a longer torso or longer legs. A better estimate (and I stress estimate) would be his pants inseam. For a better measurement he should go to a bike shop or at least follow the size instructions here :http://www.wrenchscience.com/WS1/default.asp
JohnnyKane
05-22-04, 08:22 AM
i saw one go for 900 once so i think it is still a good price
mindbogger
05-22-04, 09:35 AM
Yeah, for a used bike, there's not a thing I would change. Other than the description of the fork, that is NOT a triple clamp.

L8R

What are the advantages/disadvantages of a triple clamp?

I know most/all dual crown are triple clamp and i've seen a few single crowns with it too.
Maelstrom
05-22-04, 10:23 AM
dc =

PRO stiffer and in theory stronger
CON ride higher, heavier and runs more sag which some people complain about

SC=
CON not always as stiff and not always as strong and usually a bit more flexy. With good forks only the big guys feel it but even the best sc forks flex under me.
PRO = Usually lighter (not always). You don't loose steering radius (dcs have limited turning ability)...

BTW triple clamp and dual crown are the same thing. Standard is to call is dual crown.
GT_ATB32
05-22-04, 10:56 AM
Bikes ok, i'd ride it
jayme2342
05-23-04, 12:45 PM
I was looking at this bike on ebay, it looks really good and I am thinking about upgrading from my rockhopper, is this good?


http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=27947&item=3678373611&rd=1


Thanks!
ummm ya it looks liek a good bike for a biginer... im not sure wat the bike is that u r wishing to upgrade from... rock shocks r nice shocks the cranks wheels and pedels look good and for its price its a good bike. i mean wat can i say. i drive a extreamly upgraded walmart bike and i had about 37 bikes in 4 years.. but back to topic it looks like a good bike to me.