Opinions on Orbea MX?
01-21-19 | 08:52 AM
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Opinions on Orbea MX?
I am looking for what I call a go anywhere bike. Some of the characteristics I think I want are:
Front suspension, decent air fork with remote lockout
27.5" wheels
2.2"-2.4" tires
Tubeless ready rims (ideally)
Rack mount on frame (critical requirement)
Not super slack geometry
Up to $1000ish USD
Most of my riding is on the street with plenty of potholes and broken asphalt and gravel paths but occasionally I will go onto local trails in the area. I don't care much about weight. Going fast is towards the bottom of my list. I stumbled on the Orbea by clicking on an ad from Jenson USA. The 2018 Orbea MX-27-10 and 2018 Orbea-27-Max-18 check the boxes.
However, I have never heard of Orbea and have no idea if they are considered quality bikes. In particular I am not sure what to make of the OEM rims. I can't seem to find much about Orbea on the web. Thoughts, opinions, alternatives to them? The nearest Jenson shop is on the other side of the country so it's not practical for me to make a visit to check them out firsthand.
Front suspension, decent air fork with remote lockout
27.5" wheels
2.2"-2.4" tires
Tubeless ready rims (ideally)
Rack mount on frame (critical requirement)
Not super slack geometry
Up to $1000ish USD
Most of my riding is on the street with plenty of potholes and broken asphalt and gravel paths but occasionally I will go onto local trails in the area. I don't care much about weight. Going fast is towards the bottom of my list. I stumbled on the Orbea by clicking on an ad from Jenson USA. The 2018 Orbea MX-27-10 and 2018 Orbea-27-Max-18 check the boxes.
However, I have never heard of Orbea and have no idea if they are considered quality bikes. In particular I am not sure what to make of the OEM rims. I can't seem to find much about Orbea on the web. Thoughts, opinions, alternatives to them? The nearest Jenson shop is on the other side of the country so it's not practical for me to make a visit to check them out firsthand.
01-23-19 | 07:07 PM
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From: South shore, L.I., NY
Bikes: Trek Emonda SL7, Cannondale Topstone, Miyata City Liner, Specialized Chisel, Specialized Epic Evo
They are a reputable Spanish bicycle manufacturer, been around 20+ years or so in the US market. I've known folks who owned their carbon road bikes, no issues and nice bikes generally. I would consider Orbea with any other brand. I believe they are one of the few manufacturers that actually make their own carbon frames, as opposed to Chinese.
Also look at Santa Cruz. They are in local shops as well as on-line, also a good reputation and I believe they are running some sales currently.
I would have no qualms about buying from Jenson, also a reputable mail-order dealer, as long as you know what you need, size wise.
Also look at Santa Cruz. They are in local shops as well as on-line, also a good reputation and I believe they are running some sales currently.
I would have no qualms about buying from Jenson, also a reputable mail-order dealer, as long as you know what you need, size wise.
02-05-19 | 10:27 AM
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From: Northern Arizona
Bikes: Orbea Alma 2018, Specialized Allez comp triple 2007, 1977 Raleigh 3sp, 1984 Raleigh 531 Campy road
I got an Orbea Alma last year on closeout from Jensen. I am super happy with it. I know it is a 29er and you want a 27, but I am really happy. My riding is done on rough pavement, logging/cattle two track and some single track and it just motos over everything. I am really happy with the quality of the components. I went tubeless and changed the grips, that is about it.
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