Stiff good frame with great geometry (that''s the bike right there), components/brakes work well enough, versatile gearing.
Cons:
Abysmal front shocks, handlebar bends with a road fall, components needs constant retuning every 100 miles.
Time Used:
More than 2 years
Comments:
2000 year M50 barely used until 2010. Running original component group with exception of new stiffer seat and Salsa Cromoto rigid fork, spd pedals/shoes and 100psi touring slicks. Used for road riding/touring and as a commuter. Logged 1300 miles since early summer 2010. 2 century rides. What can I say - a good machine. Takes panniers well and the abuses of bus racks and ferry rides. Once I get a full-on road bike, this will be my bad weather bike.
Rating:
Recommendation:
Yes I would recommend it to a friend
Submitted by sled-fox - 3/12/2007 10:50:02 AM
Pros:
i like this bike it is good for jumping and
it is a relibal bike is has taken me on races and made me win!!! is is a nice bike ar a good ride!
Cons:
bad seat and bad shokes and the handle bars bent to easley and i trached the rims in a day.
Time Used:
More than 2 years
Comments:
this is a realy good bike a nice strong frame.And people want these bike i have goten lots of offres.
Rating:
Recommendation:
Yes I would recommend it to a friend
Submitted by LavaMan - 5/12/2005 3:43:03 PM
Pros:
Strong frame, great paint job, good components, responsive as all hell!
Cons:
Wimpy pedals, seat very uncomfortable
Time Used:
1 Year
Comments:
Got this bike for christmas in 04, best gift I have ever gotten :) It is a joy to ride, although I havent done a lot of offroad riding.
Rating:
Recommendation:
Yes I would recommend it to a friend
Submitted by Kaptain - 3/1/2004 9:56:53 AM
Pros:
Cheap! Responsive frame, doesn't look burly but trust me she can handle anything you throw at her.
Cons:
Fork, rims, and pretty much the whole component package
Time Used:
More than 2 years
Comments:
I picked mine up for $300 four years ago. I've upgraded mine to an Shimano XT group, Marzzochi Marathon fork, and Mavic Rims. The way it's set up has lasted all three years like that, and she has won X-C Races. on't let anybody tell you a cheap bike isn't worth it.
Rating:
Recommendation:
Yes I would recommend it to a friend
Submitted by m50 rider - 9/8/2003 8:57:55 PM
Pros:
good frame and front suspension
Cons:
rims could be better always bending
Time Used:
More than 2 years
Comments:
i have over 1800 miles on this bike in 2 summers and have enjoyed it very much. Wife has one and sister too.
Rating:
Recommendation:
Yes I would recommend it to a friend
Submitted by glenn - 8/10/2003 10:13:07 PM
Pros:
frame is good, drivetrain, rear derrailleur is ok bike is responsive as hell and a hell of a lot of fun to ride. I've thrown a lot of abuse on my m50 and it takes it without a problem
Cons:
stock pedals suck, suntour fork sorta sucks
Time Used:
1 Year
Comments:
this bike is good for a beginner and with a few upgrades can hold its own with more expensive bikes
Rating:
Recommendation:
Yes I would recommend it to a friend
Submitted by biggrannyonherfanny - 8/5/2003 9:18:31 PM
Pros:
this is one mamajama of a bike. this bike is for a beginer, but she can take a lickin and keep tickin.
Cons:
rims are the only bad thing, but if you upgrade a little you would have yourself one bitch ass mofo cop killa of a cheap mt. bike
Time Used:
More than 2 years
Comments:
bike speaks for itself
Rating:
Recommendation:
Yes I would recommend it to a friend
Submitted by Bubba - 3/4/2003 5:18:24 PM
Pros:
This bike is horrible...there are no pros.
Cons:
Thisbike has a horrible everything
Time Used:
More than 2 years
Comments:
hahahha no guys this bike is very good at a good price...good for beginners.
I was just kidding.
