The bike sells for 399.99. I have not rode in about 12 years. I am just thinking about getting this bike to start riding again. Later I can always upgrade.
For $400 you can buy a real Iron Horse. The Quantum is basically a low-end Maverick, you can buy those for less than that. Sports Authority sells those bikes way over priced.
If you are willing to spend that much check out the Warrior hardtails they are a much better bike, w/better components. http://www.rscycle.com/s.nl/it.A/id.14617/.f?sc=19&category=56
So the quantum isnt a real ironhorse? I disagree I think its a perfect bike for the type of riding I will be doing right now. Maybe one day I will get a real bike or maybe not. Thanks for the info though.
WORDS.... I disagree I think its a perfect bike for the type of riding I will be doing right now. Maybe one day I will get a real bike or maybe not. Thanks for the info though.
For the same loot-- why not go with the better bike? Your post sounded dismissive and your mind is made up. Do what you want to, but I think the advice given was sound and you'd be much happier-- people are trying to be helpful- don't dismiss what is said because you THINK you disagree.
-- Disregard this whole post if I mis-interpreted your reply-
PS-- I've had one 'issue' with Randall Scott ( the online retailer that was linked to.), and they handled it extremely well- If you are hesitant because of the online aspect- don't be.
Sports Authority won't be able to provide the kind of service that a LBS could (speculation on my part...) so why not?
So the quantum isnt a real ironhorse? I disagree I think its a perfect bike for the type of riding I will be doing right now. Maybe one day I will get a real bike or maybe not. Thanks for the info though.
I'd also have to disagree...not because I own an Iron Horse Quantum II, but because I did my research before buying. Iron Horse customer support gave me a lot of info about the bike, and it is superior to the Maverick line (Just a tad above a 5.0 and below a Warrior 3.0).
Yes, some components are just borderline decent, the bike as a whole is of good quality, just make sure to get it looked over at your LBS, or on your own if u know what to look for. The guys at Sports Authority did an ok job on mine, but I still needed to do a few adjustments along with your normal fine-tuning.
This bike seems perfect for what you're looking for.
If it got down to 2 bikes...both of which cost the same. I think I'd go with the one that's better, lol. The Warrior 3.0 on rscycle. Keep us updated on what ya decide!
Well I actually ordered the Quantum before getting on the forums. It probably would make more since getting the better bike for the same amount. It actually came out to be 299.99 even. Whats done is done. After saying all that I absolutely love the Ironhorse. It fits me to a T and after a visit to the LBS it rides great. Probably in about 2 to 3 years i will upgrade but for now just getting back into biking after 12 years or so the bike reminded me how much I missed it.
Glad u like the Quantum (you got the all-black one right?) $299 is a bargain for the bike, since most online stores that do sell the bike, sell it at an additional $100+.
Ya its the solid black bike. I love it so far. I have always rode Cannondale full suspension bikes in my younger day. This bike seems to have a good feel to it.
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