Epinions Recent Reviews for sammy_marvelle

Strong, Dependable Rim For the Demanding Rider

Wed, 29 Jan 2003 21:23:24 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author sammy_marvelle - Despite being rather hefty, the Sun/Ringle Rhino Lite is an exceptionally versitle rim. When laced up with 15 gauge spokes either 3 crossed or radial (front wheel only), the Rhino Lites can pass for a heavy duty cross country wheel, though most racers...

Good roller for all-purpose use

Wed, 4 Sep 2002 23:49:36 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author sammy_marvelle - Specialized started out in 1974 as a tire company, so it would stand to reason that they might know a little about manufacturing tires. The Rockster Team is a perfect example of Specialized's experience in the tire market and their ability to create...

Excellent Bike...If You're Willing to Pay for Your Hobbies

Mon, 4 Feb 2002 20:11:27 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author sammy_marvelle - Cannondale has been around since pretty much the dawn of the mountain bike world, so it stands to reason that they should know a thing or two about building bikes. When people think of the Cannondale brand, typically two things come to mind; top quality...

Lightweight Long travel....Something's Not Right.

Thu, 15 Nov 2001 17:25:14 GMT

rating: 2/5 by: Epinions Author sammy_marvelle - I know where Rock Shox was going with this. They are trying to appeal to the gram-junkies who have been caught up in the long travel hype and are trying to cash in. Unfortunately, long travel and air suspension are two things that don't -- and should...

Bottom of the Barrel in the Performance Market

Thu, 15 Nov 2001 02:41:08 GMT

rating: 2/5 by: Epinions Author sammy_marvelle - Thankfully the Judy C has been put out of its misery by Rock Shox. It was a cheap, sticky impersonation of a suspension fork.

The Judy C origianally surfaced as a cheap original equipment fork for manufacturers that wanted to give low to...

A Little Extra Beef

Thu, 18 Oct 2001 17:08:41 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author sammy_marvelle - The first time I laid eyes on the Continental Survival Pro was at the 1999 CABDA convention. The Continental booth is always a favorite of mine but the Survival Pro really turned me into a Conti fan for good.

Back in 1999 the tire trend was...

Excellent Alternative for the Off-Roader on a Budget

Wed, 17 Oct 2001 20:05:20 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author sammy_marvelle - If you race or put serious miles on your bike, you know the importance of your bikes performance. You are the first one to notice when your drivetrain starts to shift a little slow or make a little extra noise. Is there anything more frustrating than...

Better than XTR?

Mon, 15 Oct 2001 19:34:10 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author sammy_marvelle - SRAM has been fighting the component battle with Shimano for some time now. In my opinion, SRAM is finally winning. It's hard to fight against a corporate giant like Shimano, but with the somewhat recent acquisition of Sachs, SRAM is starting to make...

Not a Travel Destination

Mon, 15 Oct 2001 17:02:47 GMT

rating: 1/5 by: Epinions Author sammy_marvelle - If you live in America, you've probably been to a mall at some point. In fact, you practically live at the mall, right? Come on, you're not kidding anyone.

Well, I'm pretty much of the opinion that if you've seen one mall, you've pretty much...

Best Derailleur Value On the Market

Mon, 15 Oct 2001 02:18:27 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author sammy_marvelle - I have to be honest. I was a little skeptical about Shimano's performance line when they redesigned it pretty much from the ground up. Their old stuff worked great and I couldn't imagine why they would want to mess with that. Well, I found out when I...

Excellent Multi-Purpose Chain at a Reasonable Price

Wed, 10 Oct 2001 04:06:34 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author sammy_marvelle - One of the most overlooked parts on a bike is the chain. Most people don't even look at it until it's hanging lifeless from their crankset with a broken or twisted link. Sound familiar? Well, if you insist on putting miles on your chain with out a lick...

A Mountain Bike For Under $400 That Actually Looks Like a Mountain Bike

Wed, 10 Oct 2001 03:31:27 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author sammy_marvelle - Although Schwinn has had it's fair share of problems in the past, they are making a strong comeback, especially with their every-day entry level bikes. The Mesa line is a perfect fit for anyone who doesn't want to bomb down 45 degree inclines or aren't...

Retro Style is Back Baby!

Wed, 10 Oct 2001 02:53:09 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author sammy_marvelle - What is the one thing Schwinn does better than anyone else in the market? Cruisers. And the Orange Krate is one more shining example of that. The new Krate line is almost exactly what they were back in the '60's when every kid on the block owned them,...

The Worst Full-Suspension Bike Ever?

Wed, 10 Oct 2001 02:31:41 GMT

rating: 2/5 by: Epinions Author sammy_marvelle - It might be a little harsh to describe Trek's VRX debocal the worst suspension bike ever, but it's not far from it. Trek got into rear suspension way before they were ready, and instead of following the reliable, working designs that other companies were...

Not Enough Flash for the Cash

Mon, 8 Oct 2001 21:09:56 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author sammy_marvelle - Sure, every cyclists dream is to own a high-dollar sled made out of the most expensive and exotic material on the market. Titanium seems to be the one that's just within or just out of the reach of most consumers.

But what are you really getting...