DBR Podium 1
 

Hi what do you guys think about the DBR Podium 1. is it a good bike? Looking for a road bike that is a step higher then begginer. Thanks

Carbon frame?

The Diamondback Podium 1.0 is a REALLY nice bike. It was built, what, about 5 years ago. It is good for beginners OR experts. A friend who always had custom bikes bought one as a beater and ended up riding it all the time.

No, I wish i could aford a carbon frame. the specs from DBR tells it has a carbon fork but i have been told they dont always come with it :(

great to know! i have not bought a bike for this much money. I am a very low budget rider

If you have the scratch, step up to the Podium 2. A 9-speed Tiagra/105 mix will make it easier to upgrade in the future and clipless pedals are included in the deal. I have been totally happy with mine and do not regret the choice.

podium 2? that bike sounds nice too. i will hve to get a job :eek:

When I was looking for Bikes I saw a few they looked like a great bike, Also read a review of the higher end Podium in a bike mag and they seemed to agree it was a solid bike for the money. I never got to ride one. DBR used to be a big name in bikes, but they have since lost some status. When I was small Their Dimondback BMX bikes were all the rage.