The battery charger is heavier than average at roughly 2.5lbs, and it’s physically very large. The fact that it also uses a dongle adapter to charge the pack directly vs. the frame plug is frustrating and inconvenient, it means you have more weight and more things to keep track of. The battery charger is fast at 6 amps, so I hope that their cells have a high C Rating and don’t get degraded by the speed and heat. This has been a concern for automobiles and other fast-charging devices. It would be a bummer to have the battery experience fewer cycles or have to be replaced early, especially with the custom cover situation.
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The brake levers have adjustable reach so you can dial things in on the trail as you need more control or switch from bare hands to gloves. This probably also benefits smaller and larger riders who select the different sized frames, so the brakes are reachable and feel comfortable. The calipers have been upgraded to quad piston for a larger braking surface, which adds power and cooling. The rotors giant ROAD BIKES are large 203mm vs. 180mm, improving the mechanical advantage and offering better control over the large 29er wheels. Vast network of dealers means that you get in-person advice, fitting, post-purchase tuneups and warranty support. This should not be overlooked if you ride frequently or have limited experience with bike tools, even though it does add to the price of the initial purchase.
The Maxxis Ardent 27.5 x 2.2 tires are not enough to match the bike’s capabilities. I love it, I’m just starting back in MTB and this has me hitting the trails again. I easily did my initial setup, added a couple things that I prefer giant KIDS BIKES to ride with, and hit the trails. Rear derailleur is slow to shift causing about a one second lapse in putting the power down between each shift. Still happy with the bike, but a good clutch style derailleur will be my first upgrade.
After tuning and upgrading to more aggressive tires, I was more impressed with how the bike handled. With all the bikes that we tested , this is by far the best handling bike we have riden. Mongoose Dolomite Fat Tire Mountain Bike features all-terrain knobby tires capable of gaining maximum traction on various terrains and trails. This trail bike design makes it easy for you to ride through dirt, mud, city roads, and snow.