Riding conditions were fair. It had recently rained and the ground was wet, but there was no standing water. The ride took me over roads, farm fields and fire-roads. No single-track and nothing particularly taxing.
The only highlights were a particularly enjoyable descent half way round and then also avoiding the curses and walking stick of an old man enraged that I was riding along his pathway. Here's the Garmin data.
First ride impressions
I'll keep this simple and just fire out what came to mind.
- Front end is massively stiff!
- Bigger wheels really do help you roll along better and keep your speed
- Mountain King 2 tires clog up with mud way too quickly (a poor upgrade choice?) ...
- ... 2.2 tires are also slightly too wide for general XC work
- The gear is pretty easy for most flat work, but proved pretty good for the hills
- Going downhill on this thing is a hoot
- Like all bikes, it should be set-up for it's rider before you ride
- Saddle is alright, but there's a lot better out there
- Brakes work and rarely squeak, but they're not as powerful as hydraulics (obviously)
- My wrists hurt a little bit after going over some rough ground ...
- ... but that could be to do with 50psi tire pressures
- Looking forward to getting out on it again
More feedback to come as I ride her more, but so far it looks promising, although I can't help but wait for summer hardpack - this thing will fly!
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