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Old 05-07-19 | 05:15 AM
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Bikes: More bikes than riders

Originally Posted by Solo_rider
I was looking for reviews or maybe experiences of owners of this bike.
Bike reviews in general are hard to come by, especially for "cookie cutter" hybrids like our bikes. The only thing that really makes your bike specific to its brand is the aluminum frame and fork. Everything else is a bolt-on component from another brand, like Shimano drivetrain parts, Weinmann rims (and possibly hubs), Promax brakes, etc. Bikes aren't like Fords or Hondas or BMWs where most components in the vehicle were designed specifically for that vehicle and made under contract to the brand. The Weinmann rims on your bike may be the exact same Weinmann rims on my daughter's Raleigh. The most important part of a bike for you and I is the personal fit. Does the bike and frame fit you well, do you like the way it feels, the way it rides? If so, then it's probably a good choice for you -- everything else about the bike is a bolt-on from another company and can be changed.

You do often see reviews of more "boutique" bikes, where the frame material might be special or it has a specific use like a bikepacking bike or race bike, etc. And even then, the review will likely focus on those specific aspects of the bike, sort of glossing over the components that might be common to other bikes (like brakes, shifters, etc).

Regarding the rims, yes, 35mm tires will fit on the rims just fine. It sounds like you've also measured the frame and 35mm tires will fit there, too. Great news!

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