K2 Bikes
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Let me rephrase the question:
Are K2 bikes better than a Schwinn/mongoose/next/huffy etc? Are they similar in quality of build to a Cannondale, Trek, GT, Specialized?
I just don't want a crappy bike. I am happy with the 1997 Trek 930 single track chromoly frame, but I would like a front shock setup and the neck size is too small.
Are K2 bikes better than a Schwinn/mongoose/next/huffy etc? Are they similar in quality of build to a Cannondale, Trek, GT, Specialized?
I just don't want a crappy bike. I am happy with the 1997 Trek 930 single track chromoly frame, but I would like a front shock setup and the neck size is too small.
I have an older model ( top of the line when bought) Cannondale SM700 ( mayber SM7000?) Cost me over a grand 15 years ago. Though it is feather-light, and can take any abuse, it was sooo not worth the money. Needs CONSTANT adjustment...the de-railers are finicky....brakes SUCK...and this is with regular tune-ups at the store.Now i know why the gave me a cool little cannondale wrench with the bike
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It's been awhile since I have bought a bike, so things have changed. I am going to test ride this bike tonight, are there specific things to look for?
K2 ZED 3.0
# Zed Comp frame blends 6061-series aluminum with oversized tubes for a light, durable riding platform; disc mounts allow easy upgrades
# RockShox J1 front fork with 100mm of obstacle-swallowing, internally adjustable suspension; preloaded damping fine-tunes your ride
# 27-speed drivetrain with Shimano Deore shifters lets you handle uphills, downhills and quick decisions with smooth, collected cool
# Tektro mechanical disc brakes provide comfortable braking and reliable stopping power
# WTB Mutano Raptor 26x2.1" tires feature an aggressive, mud-shedding tread that grabs the trail and won't let go
# WTB Sport V saddle blends lightweight performance with a tough yet comfortable design
K2 ZED 3.0
# Zed Comp frame blends 6061-series aluminum with oversized tubes for a light, durable riding platform; disc mounts allow easy upgrades
# RockShox J1 front fork with 100mm of obstacle-swallowing, internally adjustable suspension; preloaded damping fine-tunes your ride
# 27-speed drivetrain with Shimano Deore shifters lets you handle uphills, downhills and quick decisions with smooth, collected cool
# Tektro mechanical disc brakes provide comfortable braking and reliable stopping power
# WTB Mutano Raptor 26x2.1" tires feature an aggressive, mud-shedding tread that grabs the trail and won't let go
# WTB Sport V saddle blends lightweight performance with a tough yet comfortable design
K2 doesn't even make skis anymore, they just import them from China. Can the Chinese make a decent bike? quite possibly. Does K2 know that much about bike making? Doubtful.
Gotta disagree on this one. Components are always upgrade-able. You buy a piece of crap frame though, and you will always have a piece of crap bike. Doesn't matter what kind of stuff you put on it.
I bought a decent aluminum Cannondale almost 10 years ago, and its still competitive weight and comfort-wise to current bikes, with a few small upgrades.
I personally wouldn't buy a K2. They took over ProFlex years ago to get into the market. I don't think they invest enough time/engineering into what they build.
Just my .02.
It all depends on what kid of riding you want to do.
From what you wrote it's sounds like you and I have same type of riding styles. You can get a pretty decent Hardtail fo 800-1200 dollar range.
I opted for a full suspension bike and I went with the KONA Dawg Deluxe. Not your top of the line bike but kicks ass for me.
I got it for just under 2K. it's a x-country bike not a downhiller.
I ride with guys who own GT, FELT, & TREK and I have no problems
hanging with them.
COMPONENTS are KEY. get hydrualic discbrakes not mech. discs
From what you wrote it's sounds like you and I have same type of riding styles. You can get a pretty decent Hardtail fo 800-1200 dollar range.
I opted for a full suspension bike and I went with the KONA Dawg Deluxe. Not your top of the line bike but kicks ass for me.
I got it for just under 2K. it's a x-country bike not a downhiller.
I ride with guys who own GT, FELT, & TREK and I have no problems
hanging with them.
COMPONENTS are KEY. get hydrualic discbrakes not mech. discs
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Well, I have made up my mind. I called a couple stores in town, and they each said that they have an 80mm travel fork for my Trek and that I should keep the Trek because apparently the 930 is a very good, balanced bike and Trek doesn't use that frame material any longer.
Thanks guys for your input.
Thanks guys for your input.
K2 actually doesn't make any bikes. They license their name to a very good bicycle manufacture and design company. Bikes are made in Taiwan and China...mostly out of the same factory as Giant and Novara.
Why not?
Why is that?
Just curious...
As for what bike to buy, who knows, there are bunches out there. I have a old Trek hardtail which works good, but I will be replacing it in the near future...the trails we ride are just too rough for a hardtail IMO, atleast at the speed my buddys ride them at...I'm looking mostly at Rocky Mountain and Yeti. Yeti's are sweet bikes, buddy just bought a very nice one...
My brother just got a Specialized Enduro SL (think normal mountain bike mates with downhill bike), very nice bike...6" of suspension and a very solid confidence-inspiring dual-crown front shock setup that kicks ass. Granted his was the cheapest in the Enduro SL lineup and was still $2500 (list is $2800 on that bike)...thinking about getting the same bike, but crap that's alot of money...
My bike's aluminum and I love it. I think it just depends on riding style and personal preference. Aluminum is very stiff, and you feel a LOT of the road/dirt/rocks riding a hardtail. Some like it, some don't.
I wouldn't have it any other way. I like the feeling of a solid stiff rear triangle when I'm cranking out of the seat. Easier to get that with aluminum than cro-moly in my opinion.
I had an aluminum Klein hard tail for years and I loved it. I had one of the early lugged steel trek mtb's (20+ years ago) and that was a great frame. Nothing wrong with Al, just depends. Steel rides a bit softer. Steel is generally better for bigger guys as they are stronger. I now have a Cdale Scalpel and that's a great bike. I just have to get off my fat ass and ride it more.
The biggie is always getting a bike that fits you well. All the bling bling components, steel or AL frame, doesn't mean jack if it doesn't fit.
K2 had a bad rep a while back for warranty work, they tended to have problems with their non off the shelf suspension parts and didn't do a good job backing them up. No idea if that's the case anymore.
The biggie is always getting a bike that fits you well. All the bling bling components, steel or AL frame, doesn't mean jack if it doesn't fit.
K2 had a bad rep a while back for warranty work, they tended to have problems with their non off the shelf suspension parts and didn't do a good job backing them up. No idea if that's the case anymore.