once in their lifetime, and non-Muslims are not allowed to enter the city.
Rating:
Recommendation:
No I would not recommend it to a friend
Submitted by keith - 12/8/2010 9:22:37 AM
Pros:
Nice looking bike
Cons:
everything else
Time Used:
More than 2 years
Comments:
I got this bike almost 2 years ago. I have rode it 3 times.
the back rim got bent and I had to order another one from where I bought it from .....Dick''s Sporting Goods.
That was the biggest mistake as it has taken them almost 4 months to get another rim.
Don''t buy from them if you want warrenty work.
Rating:
Recommendation:
No I would not recommend it to a friend
Submitted by Hicky80 - 6/17/2010 7:50:37 PM
Pros:
Max is a moron.
Max is a moron.
Max is a moron.
This bike is horrible!!! I mean horrible!
Cons:
Every part on the bike.
Time Used:
1 Year
Comments:
Dear Max from previous poster, you are a complete Moron!!! This bike is a piece of absolute crap. There is no beige version of the bike, just the piece of doodoo that you bought. Buyer Beware!!!! This bike has one of the highest repair rates at awful places like Sports Authority.
Rating:
Recommendation:
No I would not recommend it to a friend
Submitted by Max - 6/13/2010 6:14:42 PM
Pros:
Smooth ride, quality feel, beautiful frame, good ride
Cons:
If you buy the wrong version, it will be no better than $200 & under bike.
Time Used:
Less Than A Month
Comments:
Do yourself a favor and don''t be so cheap as to get the cheaper version or not spend another measly $20 bucks for an extended warranty, so as not to cry about it a year after you abuse it like previous poster.
Get this one or similar:
Black 6061 "BM MTN" version, "T6Heat Treated AL" frame.
"Trail XC" suspension fork, Shimano "RevoShift" shifters, Shimano front and back Tourney derailers, Shimano freewheel. Promax brakes.
The "Beige" color version in the "sports Auth" store is not as good.
It has different heavier frame and not as many "name-brand" parts.
I bought this "black" version at the "Sports Auth" store after wasting my time on decent but lesser bikes( Schwinn Sidewinder & Mirada models).
With my present setup this bike rivals $350 bikes.
So at $260plus my extended warranty for $20= $280 and it runs sweet as the gear pedaling felt like straight pushing power and gears smooth like a rubber band, not metal feel.
How much do I have to spend on a Trek or Giant to get that feel?
Rating:
Recommendation:
Yes I would recommend it to a friend
Submitted by Buster Cumbridge - 5/26/2010 4:25:53 PM
Please spend the extra 100 bucks and buy a bike that will spend more time on the road instead of the repair shop. I bought this bike from Sports Authority (Big Mistake!) and have sent it to their repair shop at least 9 times. The bikes mechanics there are very incompetent. They don''t even know how to properly adjust the brakes. Just the other day, my free wheel broke. It took it to Sports Authority and they refused to even let me leave my bike there over night since the stupid repair person was on vacation. I took it to a reputable bike shop and they told me that I needed a new wheel and cassette. They showed me the free wheel and it was completely obliterated and I only ride the bike on flat pavement. This will cost me over 100 bucks to repair for a 250 buck bike. I hate this bike and wish I could return it, but Sports Authority has a no return policy on Bikes. Buyer Beware!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Rating:
Recommendation:
No I would not recommend it to a friend
Submitted by mtb1065 - 8/15/2009 12:38:40 PM
Pros:
2004 and 2009 model - Good price, decent bike for the money. 2004 - Decent components though not great by any means. Both models are an upgrade to department store bikes for roughly the same price.
Cons:
2004 model - The fork is crap, the 2009 model is slightly better. 2009 model - The gear train is not that good, the 2004 gear train is much better. The frame on the 2009 is hi-ten versus heat treated aluminum on the 2004, the 2004 frame seems to be better.
Time Used:
More than 2 years
Comments:
I bought my first outlook in 2004 for myself and just recently bought a 2009 model for my 10 year old son. Since buying the 2004, I have pretty much ridden moderate trails and have never had an issue with breakdowns, this bike has held it''s own. This bike won''t take big hits such as jumping, log hopping, etc., but it wasn''t meant to. The components on the newer models are not as good as in ''04, doesn''t have the same solid feel as the ''04, they are still better than a department store bike and are good for a youngster that is just getting into the sport. If you are looking for a very entry MTB for someone that is not sure if they will like the sport and/or will out grow the bike in two years and can upgrade then, this is a good choice.
Rating:
Recommendation:
Yes I would recommend it to a friend
Submitted by JamC - 8/5/2009 7:38:16 PM
Pros:
It''s good for short trips on flat dirt paths or pavement. The frame hasn''t fallen apart yet.
Cons:
The gears, peddals, and shifters are very poor quality and should be upgraded. It''s uncomfortable to ride for over 10 miles at a time.
Time Used:
More than 2 years
Comments:
If you get this bike, you will have pay a lot to keep it up. I''ve shelled out $100+ for mine over about 3 years (and it only cost 250 in the first place). If you are just going to ride this pike once in a while, go for it. Otherwise get something that will last.
Rating:
Recommendation:
No I would not recommend it to a friend
Submitted by bikerdad - 7/29/2009 11:47:04 AM
Pros:
Didn''t own long enough to comment.
Cons:
Hard to tune gears. Defective.
Time Used:
Less Than A Month
Comments:
Wife just bought one at Dick Sporting. It''s basically a step up from a walmart special. The front gears/crank were warped and clicking as if a bearing was bad. Kept losing the chain and spent hours trying to setup the shifting/gearing with no luck. Cheap twist grip setups. Heavy bike. We will stay with the Treks from now on. 15 years and no problems. They allowed a return but only after debate up to store management.
Rating:
Recommendation:
No I would not recommend it to a friend
Submitted by Bex77 - 1/11/2009 12:12:56 PM
Pros:
Great starter bike, will handle most UK trails
Cons:
Won''t take too much hammer, you''ll need to upgrade if riding alot of black runs
Time Used:
More than 2 years
Comments:
My boyfriend bought me this bike for Christmas a couple of years ago so we could xc together. I used to do alot of cycling when I was younger but hadn''t owned a bike in nearly 10 years. It was a great entry level bike and took alot of clobber. We went down most of the black runs in the UK and for a low priced bike, it did surprisingly well, even over the trickier more technical sections and switchbacks. I never had a problem keeping up on the climbs, even though most people I cycled with had lighter hardtails and it was a fast and relatively smooth little ride on the descents. It finally fell apart on me during a descent at Glentress so have now upgraded rather steeply to a very nice Gary Fisher, but my Diamondback gave me a really good idea of what I wanted in a bike so it was a fantastic and ideal first bike for me. Would highly recommend to someone who wants to find out what kind or riding they want to do before they go out and spend a fortune.
Rating:
Recommendation:
Yes I would recommend it to a friend
Submitted by csualtrlryder - 12/20/2008 12:22:28 AM
Pros:
durable, rides easy, lightweight, great hybrid treads, brakes grip well, easy on inclines
Cons:
shifts rough between 2nd and 3rd gear,rear breaks squeak, shocks bottom out on sizable jumps
Time Used:
3 Months
Comments:
i would recommend this to a beginner trail bike rider. great casual bike. but once you get into moderate to intermediate trails you would probably want to upgrade. it''s a great hardtail bike. really good to commute around town. i''ve thoroughly enjoyed my time with it.
Rating:
Recommendation:
Yes I would recommend it to a friend
Submitted by bman - 5/12/2008 6:34:01 PM
Pros:
great price,nice shocks,good tires,all around good bike
Cons:
heavy, shitty gears, terrible pedals
Time Used:
Just Once
Comments:
smooth ride and everything works the way it should. no problems so far
Rating:
Recommendation:
Yes I would recommend it to a friend
Submitted by calum - 4/10/2008 12:53:46 PM
Pros:
diomamd back bikes rock
Cons:
outlook good bike the best
Time Used:
6 Months
Comments:
brilliant bike nothing wrong with it very good bike lasted my friend a long time and i hope so with mine
Rating:
Recommendation:
Yes I would recommend it to a friend
Submitted by Iriemon - 7/13/2007 1:36:26 PM
Pros:
Inexpensive (paid ~$200), strong, tires, saddle.
Cons:
None given the price
Time Used:
More than 2 years
Comments:
I'm a w/e warrior, 6'3, 185lbs. Have put hundreds of miles on my '04 Outlook. Don't jump or race it, but ride xc and intermediate occassional expert trails scores of times. Bike has never broke down on me and has done the job. 63mm fork a little too limited for deeper ruts and drops. But it handles well and has been a great bike to get into off road. Good choice for someone how wants to try off road without a big investment.
Rating:
Recommendation:
Yes I would recommend it to a friend
Submitted by IRISH - 7/9/2007 10:44:12 AM
Pros:
Price,Light Frame,Look
Cons:
Front Fork is "Mushy",Grip Shifter
Time Used:
3 Months
Comments:
Great bike at a Great Price.Ive rode the hell outta it and i havent had a problem.Took it off road and it handled great.
Rating:
Recommendation:
Yes I would recommend it to a friend
Submitted by DirtWORLD - 3/24/2007 10:10:46 AM
Pros:
cheap price, ITs a DIAMONBACK
Cons:
wal-mart bike pedeals, shit back gear(its never on track), Junk freewhell(mine got striped, i only weigh 140 lbs), This bike is slow as hell, Cheap stem,Paint comes off very easily, The front fork is the equvalent to a cheap wal-mart mongooses.
Time Used:
6 Months
Comments:
Dont buy this bike!!!! spend 150 dollars more and get something that will actually last.
Rating:
Recommendation:
No I would not recommend it to a friend
Submitted by john - 12/30/2006 1:51:06 PM
Pros:
low price $200, 63mm front suspension , quick realease everything, pre-drilled holes for water bottle, light frame
Cons:
plastic pedals, shity gears(shimano)front and back
Time Used:
6 Months
Comments:
be careful about that quick release shit someone can easily steal your rims or your seat.
Rating:
Recommendation:
Yes I would recommend it to a friend
Submitted by crayola - 12/29/2006 9:24:36 PM
Pros:
inexpensive, heat treated aluminum frame, alloy rims,ok front suspension.Light frame not heavy!!!!
Cons:
Shimano gears, wal-mart bike pedals,v-brakes,Shimanos shifters, Hard to get gears tuned right
Time Used:
6 Months
Comments:
I ride this bike everday to get school for about 6 months. The only problem i have encountered with it is sand keeps getting stuck in the ridges of brakes than when i pull my break lever the sand scrathces the hell out of the rims.
Rating:
Recommendation:
Yes I would recommend it to a friend
Submitted by SLAM - 5/24/2006 8:58:45 AM
Pros:
Price, styling
Cons:
Handlebar shifters
Time Used:
3 Months
Comments:
For the price, this is a great buy. I'm an entry-level mountain biker and this bike is perfect. I took it on a trail last weekend and it handled like a champ. Afterwards, I had to take it to get "tweeked," but nothing serious. Overall, a great buy for the buck. Last thing, only girlie-men would think this bike's heavy.
Rating:
Recommendation:
Yes I would recommend it to a friend
Submitted by Bugsike - 4/6/2006 6:59:16 PM
Pros:
Durability; at least it looks like it will be able to take some abuse. Price; it's a throwaway if need be - see my comments.
Cons:
Weight; but that's to be expected. I'd like some different bars, but that's really a personal fit thing.
Time Used:
Less Than A Month
Comments:
Bought at a retail shop for $12.99; that's less than thirteen bucks. I stumbled across it and figured I could ride it to work and not cry if it got stolen - but I just might cry if that happened now.
Rating:
Recommendation:
Yes I would recommend it to a friend
Submitted by schilkdaddy - 3/31/2006 4:31:04 PM
Pros:
good for long hours. very DIRABLE
Cons:
gears may need to be upgraded
Time Used:
6 Months
Comments:
one of the best hardtail bikes ive ridden. very comfortable.
Rating:
Recommendation:
Yes I would recommend it to a friend
Submitted by that guy - 7/25/2005 8:29:09 PM
Pros:
for me i m a big guy and i have had a hard time finding a 22 inch frame. it is a solid ride and very durable for the abuse i put it through.
Cons:
front forks have worn out already and i have to get new ones. they cant take any weight over 180lb.
Time Used:
6 Months
Comments:
I like the outlook for what it is a trail bike. I have had it on both dirt and paved trails and it has performed quite well.
Rating:
Recommendation:
Yes I would recommend it to a friend
Submitted by fart master J - 7/3/2003 5:36:12 PM
Pros:
I just farted. I just farted. I just farted.
Cons:
it smelled bad. It smelled bad. It smelled bad.
Time Used:
More than 2 years
Comments:
It smeeled like you. It smelled like you. It smelled like you.
Rating:
Recommendation:
Yes I would recommend it to a friend
Submitted by jewican - 5/14/2003 2:10:09 AM
Pros:
It's a great bike. I'm a big guy you might say, and i beat my bike to hell. It just keeps right on trucking
Cons:
It's a little heavy, but for the cost, I think i can deal with that.
Time Used:
Less Than A Month
Comments:
Granted I am still new to the sport, but I have found my bike to be both enjoyable, and durable.
Rating:
Recommendation:
Yes I would recommend it to a friend
Submitted by Mike - 2/21/2003 12:40:30 AM
Pros:
It is a very durable bike and the cost should fit most budgets. I have been riding my bike to and from work for the past year about 10 miles a day through traffic and over and around obstacles but I have yet to break anything other than a few flat tires. I personally think the shifting system is great and the range of gears is quite sufficient.
Cons:
It is a bit heavier than some bikes but that's what you get with the cost. I have had the chain slip a gear or two when pedaling kinda hard.
Time Used:
1 Year
Comments:
Overall I think the bike is a great transportation vehicle and good for starting into the sport but I might suggest a more specialized bike if you are a serious mountain biker.
Rating:
Recommendation:
Yes I would recommend it to a friend
Submitted by Tido - 1/26/2003 11:57:36 AM
Pros:
the bike ws cheap and the componets were made for newbies
Cons:
it was made for newbies
Time Used:
6 Months
Comments:
it was a good bike at the time but taking a look back at it wasent to great at all but i would like to hear some more reveiws on other diamond back bikes
Rating:
Recommendation:
No I would not recommend it to a friend
Submitted by JON - 10/15/2002 5:05:12 PM
Pros:
it is a good price 4 such a good bike
Cons:
handle bar shifters :)
Time Used:
3 Months
Comments:
i think it is a very good bike and it isnt vary much $ i have been beeting on mine scence the first day i got it and it hasnt broke yet only one thing broke and that was the rear reflector and that was b/c i was putting on my front breaks and i had my back tire up in the air and i slamed it down really hard and it fell off lol but i think it is a really good bike and the other guy must have bought his cheap or not from a good bike place
Rating:
Recommendation:
Yes I would recommend it to a friend
Submitted by AMD - 9/2/2002 6:02:42 PM
Pros:
Price, seems rugged
Cons:
Handle gear shifts, derailers
Time Used:
Less Than A Month
Comments:
Newbie to the sport this seemed like a cheap way to start. My bike did not have the gears lined up correctly and the place I bought it does not service so with regret it went back after a month. After trying some more expensive bikes, I would say the handle gears and shifting in general were setbacks, I think I will spend more to get a better shifting system.
