Mongoose Canaan Elite - What do you think?

[TucknRoll]

Does anyone know anything about this bike? I haven't heard too much about it, but from what I hear it's all good. I took a look at it not too long ago and everything checks out. Components are good and its at about 28lbs.

I have yet to demo it, so I am not too sure if there is any major pedal bob or not.

Again, if anyone has anything to say about this bike, then please speak up. The bike goes for $1500.

http://www.mongoose.com/mtn/ProductDetails.html?id=2617&enc=mtn|

Color(s): White
Size(s): S, M, L, XL
Frame: FreeDrive XC/Enduro 3.9" (100 mm) travel, butted alloy frame
Fork: Rock Shox Recon Race, 100 mm travel, air spring, Motion Control, and rebound adjust
Rear Shock: Fox RP2, two position ProPedal, air spring rebound adjust, (6.5x1.5")
Crankset: Shimano XT, hollow forged 2pc, 22/32/44T alloy
Bottom Bracket: Shimano external bearing
Pedals: Crank Brothers Smarty clipless
Front Derailleur: Shimano Deore XT
Rear Derailleur: Shimano Deore XT shadow
Shifters: Shimano Deore XT Rapidfire dual release
Freewheel: Shimano XT 11-32 9 speed
Chain: Shimano HG-73
Rims: WTB SpeedDisc XC 32°
Tires: Kenda 26x2.1 Small Block Eight, DTC, folding bead
Front Hub: Shimano XT Centerlock disc, 32°
Rear Hub: Shimano XT Centerlock disc, 8/9 speed cassette, 32°
Spokes: DT Swiss 14/15 ga black
Nipples: Brass UCP
Front Brake: Shimano XT, hydraulic disc, 160 mm rotor
Rear Brake: Shimano XT, hydraulic disc, 160 mm rotor
Brake Levers: Shimano XT, hydraulic disc
Handlebar: Easton EA50 Lo Rise, 31.8 mm
Stem: Easton EA50 6* angle
Grips: Mongoose No-Flange M-logo Lock On grip
Headset: FSA IS-2 integrated
Saddle: WTB Silverado Race
Seat Post: Easton EA50 double bolt, 31.6 mm
Seat Clamp: CNC Alloy w/bolt

[guero]

i dont know anything about that bike.

are there any reviews on it over on mtbarrrr?

[TucknRoll]

5/5 reviews have 5 stars.
http://www.mtbr.com/reviews/xc_full_...t_128481.shtml

[CalEpic]

Seems like a decent component spec for that price. I normally think of Mongoose as a Wal Mart bike but I guess they have some better ones too.

[ericfoltz]

Great bike for the price. The purchase power of Pacific allows them to spec some good components at a reasonable price. The Freedrive system works well at controlling bob and the Canaan has rear lockout. If you're worried about riding a "Wall-Mart" bike, Eric Carter rides one also. I test rode a bunch of bikes last year and ended up buying a Teocali Super (Freedrive also). 5000+ miles and still going strong.

[Pho'dUp]

How about a picture?

Check the marketplace, I think CJWally or someone else has one that they're selling.

[cru jones]

Havent ridden one myself but have heard nothing but great reviews on the bike. More of a pure cross country bike in my opinion. Bike has a longer tt and is a bit stretched out, but if youre not doing any real aggressive riding(downhill,jumps,freeriding) it would be perfect. Plus at performance youll get a killer deal on it.(way under msrp)

[TucknRoll]

I'm more of a AM rider, but I really dig the weight of an xc.

would it be stupid to attempt any jumps/down hill on this bike? del cerro for example.

[tkblazer]

hit up neil, 1x1clyde.. he rode one for a short while until he had to sell it to fund another bike build........

[sandblast]

That component spec seems really good for the price- that seems like a nice bike. It's good looking too IMO.

[Paul000]

I bought the Mongoose Otero Super from JensonUSA Ontario... my decision was pretty much made when i looked at the various price points and this is my first full suspension bike. I am very happy with the bike... I can't blame anything on the bike yet as i continue to improve my skills & endurance.

Don't be afraid of a Goose...

[Smirnus]

Originally Posted by cru jones

Plus at performance youll get a killer deal on it.(way under msrp)

Or see Jim and company over at Adrenaline bikes.

[guero]

Originally Posted by TucknRoll

would it be stupid to attempt any jumps/down hill on this bike? del cerro for example.

im gonna say 'yes'. it is a four inch travel bike right? probably not a good idea to jump on it...if you do, i would keep it to a minimum.