IBEX Mtn Bikes
04-27-05, 11:15 PM
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IBEX Mtn Bikes
I have found some info from searching this forum, but does anyone have an opinion on IBEX mtn bikes, specifically the low end Alpine 350 or 450 models? (www.ibexbikes.com)
Thanks a lot,
kageyb
Thanks a lot,
kageyb
04-28-05, 09:53 AM
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I've never heard of them, but I mean, if the frame and company aren't bunk they seem like a decent bike for the money.
04-29-05, 09:39 AM
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I know nothing (about Ibex bikes)........ But MTBR has an Ibex forum and I think an Ibex guy actually posts there as well. They should be able to give you some info, although probably a little biased.....
https://forums.mtbr.com/forumdisplay.php?f=105
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https://forums.mtbr.com/forumdisplay.php?f=105
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04-29-05, 09:53 AM
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I don't know alot about them other than they sell mainly online at discount prices. You can get a nice bike for a good price but... If your new to the sport, spend the extra money and buy at your local bike shop. I have learned my lesson and purchased a bike online to save $150. In the last year, I have spent over $200 at my LBS getting things done to my bike that would have been free if I purchased the bike there.
04-29-05, 10:56 AM
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You will find not many people will respond to this. The owner/associate has been spamming the forums and in reality the bikes look to good to be true. While most have not ridden them in person, I don't think anyone but the multiple spammers would recommend them.
Biggest point against them is the one size fits all. That just don't jive. I say no...go to a lbs and fit one to you specifically
Biggest point against them is the one size fits all. That just don't jive. I say no...go to a lbs and fit one to you specifically
04-29-05, 10:59 PM
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You will find not many people will respond to this. The owner/associate has been spamming the forums and in reality the bikes look to good to be true. While most have not ridden them in person, I don't think anyone but the multiple spammers would recommend them.
Pretty good value for the money I guess - but he paid a lot extra for shipping and currency conversion to get it into Canada. His biggest complaint was the saddle - he said it "felt like a *****". The disc brakes felt pretty good - they were my first go at that type. I found that my v-brakes when I tuned them regularly felt pretty much the same on dry ground. Can't remember much else, if you have any big questions I can try to ask him for you.
Attached is a pic of his bike from a couple of weeks ago.
I still like my Rockhopper Comp more though
EDIT: Ohya if you're new to bikes and stuff, its better to go to your LBS to get sized properly. My friend ordered a frame that was a bit too big for him.
04-29-05, 11:10 PM
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Originally Posted by rt_hat
My friend ordered the 2004 Alpine 550 to Canada last fall.
His biggest complaint was the saddle - he said it "felt like a *****".
His biggest complaint was the saddle - he said it "felt like a *****".
Doesn't seem to be SHAPED like one?
05-01-05, 08:12 PM
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I have an 2003 Ibex Alpine 550. It's been a good bike for me. I replaced the saddle with a Brooks Conquest, put on real pedals, and semi slicks. Other than that, it's been a good bike for me with no particular problems.
I've had good luck with the bike including riding jeep trails in Big Bend National Park towing a BOB trailer and touring from Texas to Kansas self supported. I've probably got about 3000 miles on it and it's still going strong.
I've had good luck with the bike including riding jeep trails in Big Bend National Park towing a BOB trailer and touring from Texas to Kansas self supported. I've probably got about 3000 miles on it and it's still going strong.
