If they don't like it, no skin off my bones. And at the end of the day, it's just that: an option. But if somebody is trying to save some bucks, or see what else is out there, I think I'm doing more good than harm by suggesting an option I stand behind. If somebody gets excited about a particular bike or brand, they're not likely to want to look too hard at other options. I just recommend DB often because I know their product line, have had good experience with their support, and my Release makes me ridiculously happy. I even like a fair number of big brand bikes, and absolutely recommend them used, or if you can find a good deal. I like a lot of offerings from the other direct order brands like YT and Canyon. I wouldn't say that they're the be-all-end-all bike manufacturer. The same has held true when shopping at a few different price ranges and styles. I did a ton of research before buying a bike, and I couldn't find anything else that fit the bill better. I wish they paid me! All joking aside, I bring them up a lot because for the money, they're legitimately hard to beat. Not to mention the Stache geometry is unlike anything else on the market, and everyone that rides mine immediately wants to buy it because it's the most fun hardtail they've ever ridden. I've put well over 1,000 miles on both my Staches and have never had a single issue. So unless you like replacing parts or fixing other people's mistakes, having wheels re-laced with new hubs or just plan on buying a quality wheelset for a DB bike, I'd take a used Stache over one any day of the week. This includes the fact that I received the wrong model or size bike for all four orders placed, plus the attitude I've received from their customer service reps (I tried calling one guy but he would never answer his phone, so I got a hold of someone else and he finally called me back lecturing me about only dealing with one person.maybe try answering your damn phone).the cable routing on all of their bikes is consistently a fucking disaster, derailleur hangers always arrived bent to shit, and the hubs they use on their bikes, aside from maybe the top of the line Release 5C, are absolute trash and have grenaded on three separate bikes I've either owned or friends owned. But the number of errors present in the few orders I've placed is unacceptable. Now, I know most people don't have issues with Diamondback bikes. " Every cyclist has something to teach and something to learn."Īfter owning two Staches (and still currently own a 2017 Stache 9.8) and owning/working on Diamondback bikes that I've purchased for myself or others through the corporate program, I will:Ģ) Probably never buy a Diamondback bike again. Randonneuring (very long-distance cycling)Įmbs's (Fairly) Definitive Guide to Cold Weather Clothingĭoc: Mountain Bike Wide Range Cassette Spreadsheet If you need help choosing a bike, check out u/Bmied31's absolutely amazing Mountain Bike Buying Guide, as well as his equally amazing FAQ. No fundraising, karma-baiting or cryptic post titles. If you want to submit a trail or bike photo instead – your new bike leaning against a tree, or the view from top of the trail, for example – add it to the Weekly Gear Gallery Thread. The general rule is photo and video submissions to /r/mtb should be of people riding mountain bikes. Photos should be of people riding mountain bikes. If you need help choosing a bike, please be sure to tag your post with the WhichBike flair, and include some basic information, like your price range and the type of riding you'll be doing. If you think your post was removed by mistake, use the message the moderators link in the sidebar and include a link to your post. On the other hand, be generous with upvotes. Do not downvote opinions just because you disagree with them. Remember to vote based on quality, not opinion, and keep your submission titles factual and opinion-free. Please follow proper reddiquette, and if you haven't already, take a moment to read our wiki page and learn a bit about the site's history. We are a cycling community enthusiastic about mountain biking and all things related.
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