I Test Rode An Iron Horse
This afternoon, I went to Performance Bicycle to get me a new tube for my road bike. I browsed around the store first and checked out some bikes. Then I saw a 2007 Iron Horse Azure Sport full suspension mountain bike with dw-link. I was actually checking this bike online because it’s on a closeout sale for $899 at rscycle.com. Regular price for this bike is $1999 and Performance wanted it for $1499. This XC (cross-country) bike is one of the most recommended bikes out there and has gotten lots of good reviews. The store only had one left in stock and it’s a 17″.
Before I can test ride the bike, I had to fill out the waiver form and hand them my driver’s license and a credit card. The store has a nice back lot and a pretty good height loading dock in their delivery area. Did I jump the bike? Well, not in the loading dock but they have slabs by the doors and that’s where I had fun. The bike was awesome and good looking too. The front-end was kinda heavy for some wheelies but I was still able to lift it. The Avid BB5 brakes are nice, plenty of power. The 17″ was actually perfect for me because I normally fit on a 15″. I think this bike runs small. And this beast is pretty heavy. I guess its typical for a full suspension bike with disc brakes on it. Overall I’ll give it an 8 for first impression. Riding it on the trail is where you can really appreciate this bike.
Like I said, I had fun jumping the bike over the slabs. What I didn’t tell you is I made an error. I miscalculated and I ended up hurting my wrist. I also bruised my hand under the brake lever, ouch. It looks like I won’t be able to ride my motorcycle nor my bicycle for a while. Oh by the way, the bike was ok. No damage at all!
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