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26-09.-2007, 03:35 PM
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Apollo Ascension
hey all im new here, how you going
i am lookign at getting a bike what do oyu guys htink of the apollo ascension....?If you have or know osmeone who has one what do othey think about it? http://www.riders.com.au/product_in...ec921eba77d8c7a Thanks Holla Back Last edited by croat4ever : 26-09.-2007 at 03:47 PM. |
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27-09.-2007, 12:02 AM
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Join Date: Aug 2006
Location: Toronto & Wasaga Beach, Ontario, Canada
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Re: Apollo Ascension
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Not a bad build, but can't comment on the your price...similar bikes go for about $450 in Canada However, I'd seriously recommend that you sit on this bike before ordering, tough to find out about fit issues after receipt. Also, follow up after-delivery service and warranty policies. We've been getting a lot of complaints re in-transit damage from people who order on-line...especially bent hangers and dented frames happy trails |
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27-09.-2007, 12:13 AM
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Re: Apollo Ascension
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yeh thanks for the response but like the components on it, are they quality?Also keep in mind the prices on that site are in AUD... catch ya |
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27-09.-2007, 12:32 AM
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Location: Toronto & Wasaga Beach, Ontario, Canada
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Re: Apollo Ascension
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Shimano has a good-better-best component structure, and your drive train is at the top of the "good"...or at the bottom of the "better" of their range. The fork is OK...a mass produced, 75mm, but its good that it has preload adjustment so you can set your sag the crankset is OK, but would be better with a 22/32/44 chain ring, but its not a big deal if you're on the trails...same with the cassette...most builds have 11-32, but this bike is built for climbing, so it should be OK wheel, tires and saddle are the best part...all very good Just a long way of saying that its a basic build, designed to keep the price down and maximize their profit...but with the falling US $, all mfg have to downgrade their components as most buy in American currency in China and Taiwan So, its a fast bike on the trails, fork won't take much abuse, but everything else is fine...just can't relate it to the price down there...in Canada, its just a bit better than a dept store bike cheers |
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27-09.-2007, 12:36 AM
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Re: Apollo Ascension
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much appreciated buddy,Take it easy more feed back would be great... |
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