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northshore · 10-29-2007, 07:38 AM

Can somone educate me on these bikes on why they get such a bad rap? A number of LBSs I have been to and folks I have met on the trail or even co-workers don't like these bikes. I've only met "one" person that actually enjoys them and thinks they are the best bang for the buck. Am I missing something here?

Burner · 10-29-2007, 07:42 AM

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Originally Posted by northshore

I've only met "one" person that actually enjoys them and thinks they are the best

wonder who that is

Sprockethead · 10-29-2007, 07:42 AM

Cause we're all bike snobs and wouldn't be caught dead riding one. There's really nothing wrong with them and they can be had at a pretty good value.

foofighter · 10-29-2007, 07:46 AM

*pops some popcorn* and waits for Dino's arrival.

northshore · 10-29-2007, 08:00 AM

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Originally Posted by Burner

wonder who that is

Funny that you and Foo mentioned Dino. It's not him after reading SAR boats intro.

It's an autoX friend of mine that rides out in the L.A. area.

Dino Brown · 10-29-2007, 08:12 AM

NorthShore-
You are soooooo lucky I don't have the time I have to give you a proper education! Don't worry, I shall return later this evening with a 1,376 page manual explaining EVERYTHING!

All you need to know is this:

1) The members of STR are NOT bashing Iron Horse, they are attacking ME.

The Iron Horse bicycle company unfortunately is stuck in the middle!

2) When the multi- national conglomerate (known as K2) purchased IH - they had a few growing pains. Poor quality control, warranty claims were denied etc. etc.

3) Some bike snobs (cough Turner cough) wouldn't be caught dead on a bike that sells its value based models (i.e. non-dwLink) at Sports Chalet.

4) See #1

What can not be denied is the fact:
* In my opinion, the DW-Linkage is the most "complete" suspension design in the world. It's merits have been THOROUGHLY debated/discussed on MTBR. A mini-education: http://dw-link.com/reasons.html (it's all true)

* The Iron Horse Sunday may be the greatest DH bike ever created. No offense to the V-10 or the Intense M6.

* The 2006 and 2007.... Men's and Women's UCI World Champions both ride Iron Horse Bikes. Countless other champions also ride for IH.

*Watch ROAM? The Collective? Have any favorite freeride stars? Many got their start with IH. They were pulled away by the almighty dollar!

* The owner and staff (all AMAZING riders) of a well known "BIKE SHOP" all ride for IH. Again, their skills are undeniable. They will never be questioned about their CHOICE in bikes- only I will!

Hmmm.... Work?

Finish your education?

Work?

Educate the masses?

Damn, I'll be back later!

allison · 10-29-2007, 08:17 AM

Here's what Dino does with his Horse:

DeeZee · 10-29-2007, 08:18 AM

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Originally Posted by northshore

Can somone educate me on these bikes on why they get such a bad rap? A number of LBSs I have been to and folks I have met on the trail or even co-workers don't like these bikes. I've only met "one" person that actually enjoys them and thinks they are the best bang for the buck. Am I missing something here?

they don't make a 29'er so they are no bueno

socal ridur · 10-29-2007, 08:21 AM

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Originally Posted by allison

Here's what Dino does with his Horse:

lol Dino is always going to get stuff for that pic when ever this kind of subject gets brought up.(maybe he should go to your house and delete the picture) but then again one of us probly has it blown up and framed on a wall somewhere?

Dino Brown · 10-29-2007, 08:22 AM

Allison- For the 900,000th time, the pic is funny! Misleading but funny!

...Doesn't change the fact that (at the dirt demo a few weeks ago) YOU, YOUR HUSBAND, SPROCKETHEAD, AHIMANIC and everyone else who rode the SUNDAY admitted it was a truly special bike! Enough said!

Hopefully, you will "MANN-UP" and admit to it!

denmother · 10-29-2007, 08:30 AM

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Originally Posted by northshore

Can somone educate me on these bikes on why they get such a bad rap? A number of LBSs I have been to and folks I have met on the trail or even co-workers don't like these bikes. I've only met "one" person that actually enjoys them and thinks they are the best bang for the buck. Am I missing something here?

IH is just one of many fine bikes!!! I myself have 2 Intense bikes and a Morewood from South Africa. It's all about personal preference.

northshore · 10-29-2007, 08:32 AM

That's a ton of info. Thanks!

tkblazer · 10-29-2007, 08:32 AM

long live the horse!

northshore · 10-29-2007, 08:36 AM

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Originally Posted by allison

Here's what Dino does with his Horse:

That's f'ed up!!!

Pho'dUp · 10-29-2007, 08:37 AM

Wow, what's Dino gonna write when he has more time?

Seriously, I think they make fine bikes. I've heard the same gripes from friends of friends whose LBS said not to buy etc. But everyone I meet who has one always seems pretty happy with their bikes. I think the 6pt. is a pretty sweet frame.

guero · 10-29-2007, 08:40 AM

don't be fooled by the 'obvious' in the pic. what looks like a crash is actually dino performing some trailside breakdancing with his bike...weird, i know.

allison · 10-29-2007, 08:49 AM

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Originally Posted by northshore

That's f'ed up!!!

Not my fault he dragged his bike over the jump

10-29-2007, 07:38 AM	#1 (permalink)
northshore Aloha Brah!	Iron Horse Bikes Can somone educate me on these bikes on why they get such a bad rap? A number of LBSs I have been to and folks I have met on the trail or even co-workers don't like these bikes. I've only met "one" person that actually enjoys them and thinks they are the best bang for the buck. Am I missing something here? __________________ Hawaiian Island Creations Ride it: dw-link.com/reasons

10-29-2007, 07:46 AM	#4 (permalink)
foofighter Duan'er - 29'er remixed	pops some popcorn and waits for Dino's arrival. __________________ Pho'd Up: " Heart Rate Monitor + Road miles = fast. Chasing Neil, and Chris (Sar Boats) = Faster." www.coverageispersonal.com Click the Button

10-29-2007, 08:12 AM	#6 (permalink)
Dino Brown Sir Smack-Alot	NorthShore- You are soooooo lucky I don't have the time I have to give you a proper education! Don't worry, I shall return later this evening with a 1,376 page manual explaining EVERYTHING! All you need to know is this: 1) The members of STR are NOT bashing Iron Horse, they are attacking ME. The Iron Horse bicycle company unfortunately is stuck in the middle! 2) When the multi- national conglomerate (known as K2) purchased IH - they had a few growing pains. Poor quality control, warranty claims were denied etc. etc. 3) Some bike snobs (cough Turner cough) wouldn't be caught dead on a bike that sells its value based models (i.e. non-dwLink) at Sports Chalet. 4) See #1 What can not be denied is the fact: * In my opinion, the DW-Linkage is the most "complete" suspension design in the world. It's merits have been THOROUGHLY debated/discussed on MTBR. A mini-education: http://dw-link.com/reasons.html (it's all true) * The Iron Horse Sunday may be the greatest DH bike ever created. No offense to the V-10 or the Intense M6. * The 2006 and 2007.... Men's and Women's UCI World Champions both ride Iron Horse Bikes. Countless other champions also ride for IH. Watch ROAM? The Collective? Have any favorite freeride stars? Many got their start with IH. They were pulled away by the almighty dollar! The owner and staff (all AMAZING riders) of a well known "BIKE SHOP" all ride for IH. Again, their skills are undeniable. They will never be questioned about their CHOICE in bikes- only I will! Hmmm.... Work? Finish your education? Work? Educate the masses? Damn, I'll be back later! __________________ L.A. KINGS ... dw-link.com/reasons SheDevil- I was on George's crotch for hours Integradriv3r- How many kids do you have that you DON'T know about? Genusmtbkr5- I like to go BOTH ways

10-29-2007, 08:17 AM	#7 (permalink)
allison Gone ridin'	Here's what Dino does with his Horse: __________________

10-29-2007, 08:22 AM	#10 (permalink)
Dino Brown Sir Smack-Alot	Allison- For the 900,000th time, the pic is funny! Misleading but funny! ...Doesn't change the fact that (at the dirt demo a few weeks ago) YOU, YOUR HUSBAND, SPROCKETHEAD, AHIMANIC and everyone else who rode the SUNDAY admitted it was a truly special bike! Enough said! Hopefully, you will "MANN-UP" and admit to it! __________________ L.A. KINGS ... dw-link.com/reasons SheDevil- I was on George's crotch for hours Integradriv3r- How many kids do you have that you DON'T know about? Genusmtbkr5- I like to go BOTH ways

10-29-2007, 07:42 AM	#3 (permalink)
Sprockethead STR Veteran	Cause we're all bike snobs and wouldn't be caught dead riding one. There's really nothing wrong with them and they can be had at a pretty good value.

10-29-2007, 08:32 AM	#12 (permalink)
northshore Aloha Brah!	That's a ton of info. Thanks! __________________ Hawaiian Island Creations Ride it: dw-link.com/reasons

10-29-2007, 08:32 AM	#13 (permalink)
tkblazer Speakin' Tha Truth	long live the horse! __________________ Bananaseat: i'm hitting it on a regular basis

10-29-2007, 08:37 AM	#15 (permalink)
Pho'dUp Ghetto Swan Lake	Wow, what's Dino gonna write when he has more time? Seriously, I think they make fine bikes. I've heard the same gripes from friends of friends whose LBS said not to buy etc. But everyone I meet who has one always seems pretty happy with their bikes. I think the 6pt. is a pretty sweet frame.

10-29-2007, 08:40 AM	#16 (permalink)
guero thats hot.	don't be fooled by the 'obvious' in the pic. what looks like a crash is actually dino performing some trailside breakdancing with his bike...weird, i know. __________________ tkBLAZER: not sure if it was the humidity but there was some nipple action goin on.

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