Boardman
4.7
5
6
6
A happy customer.
Recently received this bike after moving to Sweden from Australia. After searching around I decided this bike was the "best" cheap high value option available with mid to entry level no fuss SRAM/ Rockshox running gear. Upon delivery, which was very quick from purchase to in my hands, the bike was very attractive and easily put together. The bike rides just as I expected and apart from a tyre change to lighter tyres and a wider handlebar/ shorter stem the bike does exactly as what is asked of it. It is worth to note that the wheel set that came shipped with the bike was not that advertised. Rather no name hubs and Mavic 319 rims. These are wider than the 317 in internal diameter. The wheels have stayed true to date despite some good hammering's since purchase. A good cheap bike that is light and has exceedingly high quality components for the set price. Not as flowing as a Hardtail 29er but if your not racing or not to fussed, a good buy especially with the 120mm Recon solo air fork and SRAM X7/ FSA transmission.
26 July 2013
Best deal I've found for Sweden
I've ridden this bike now for about three weeks. All told, I've probably only put about 60k on it. First off, my last Mtb was a '98 Gary Fisher that I had updated with XT hubs and X7 shifters, etc. I loved the geometry of it, but these more modern bikes have a great geometry. It's easy to climb with and the fork handles very nicely--exceeding my expectations. I love the lockout function for the occasional commute. I have read some reviews about the brakes squealing a lot. I have have had occasional problems, but only after riding through water/mud. Otherwise, they function silently. I can't seem to adjust the front caliper so that there is zero rub, but it's not the end of the world. I plan on getting some organic pads to deal with the occasional squeal.
I agree with some of the other reviews that the rims are perhaps not the best that have been put on a bike. I, too feel like my rear rim was slightly out of true out of the box. I have adjusted the wobble with little effort, but it still seems to have a slight flat spot somewhere. Again, this is minor. The bike handles nicely, looks great and seems to be very nicely machined.
The X7 shifters and dérailleurs are flawless and a joy to fire through on the trail. I was especially looking forward to the 2x10 and am happy to do away with the "granny gear". I bought the large frame and was worried that it might be too big for me, but it's spot on despite me being 5'10" and all legs.
The saddle is a nightmare, get rid of it quickly. I upgraded with a WTB rocket V and love it. It also needs bar ends if you ask me. I also swithched out the seat clamp to a 34.9mm bbb quick release. Spd pedals were immediately mounted as well.
The tires grip quite well, too. I feel like I'm a kid again on this bike.
09 May 2013
All great, but the wheels are a weak point.
Arrived well set up, with little construction needed. Gears and brakes nicely adjusted. Performs really well, although the wheels are poorly built and were very out of true in a short distance. Should be better considering the decent workable hubs and rims. The bike justifies more being spent on a second set of better wheels though. Overall there's little complaint at the price for what is a really enjoyable ride.
13 December 2012
Excellent ride, very smooth on fast downhills and quikc and light on tricky up sections.
27 September 2012
Good finish, pooor wheels
Love the bike style, ride and overall finish but feel let down by the wheel package. I managed to get a flat spot on the back wheel on a descent which normally any MTB should cope with. I couldn't correct the totally the problem with a rebuild and the wheel vibrates which seems to be now down to the no name axle. Replaced the wheels with some Fulcrum Red Power XL, much better!! Apart from that I have to keep cleaning the seat pin and tube as it develops an annoying creak every few hours.
23 September 2012
worth the wait...................
Just purchased a boardman team 2011 mtb, awesome bike, looks great, light wait, good componentry. best mtb i have ever owned by far thoughrely recomend it!!!
18 August 2011
Expand All
Collapse All
