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50% off on their black Friday deal - lowest I've seen, bikes direct has it for $450: http://www.bikesdirect.com/produc...-bikes.htm

https://www.diamondback.com/metric-2-4652
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The Haanjo1 looks like a flat handlebar on a road bike frame, which means it would make you sit at more of an angle. However its probably lighter and imo 1x9 is better than 3x8. and you get wider tire 38 instead of the 35 on the Metric, you can easily get a dropbar down the road and convert it to a road bike, the frame looks good it has alot of mounting holes for bag-packing as well. Pick Metric if you want something thats probably better at hopping over curbs or light offroad use. but I think the Haanjo1 is better spec'ed for the $.
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pmft
11-27-2022 at 01:18 PM.
11-27-2022 at 01:18 PM.
Quote from notebookreunion :
Do you have long arms? See ape index link below.

Unless the frame sizes are spaced far apart, those in-between sizes can probably ride either one, and the only real way to decide which is better is to try both and compare. They made it easy and turned it into a math question, so that correct answer to the math is Small. That's also what I've heard most people say for various reasons.

https://cyclingbeginner.com/shoul...rame-size/

https://blog.halfords.com/what-to...ike-sizes/
I've heard better to choose smaller size if you're in-between as you can adjust seat height etc to make a smaller bike frame feel a bit bigger, but not the other way. Obviously check based on height and leg length/ape-index first, then if still unsure, I'd suggest size down and adjust bike as needed...
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11-27-2022 at 05:45 PM.
11-27-2022 at 05:45 PM.
This is an ok bike at an ok price. How well the bike gets assembled and adjusted will make a HUGE difference on how well it will work for you. It is a bit on the heavy side, but unless you climb a lot of hills, you won't notice the extra weight.
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Remonc
11-28-2022 at 11:22 PM.
11-28-2022 at 11:22 PM.
Is this a good bike for a 11 year old boy, about 5 feet height? Is the small size good?
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neonneon
11-29-2022 at 02:01 AM.
11-29-2022 at 02:01 AM.
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anyone know if this is a better deal?
https://www.bikesonline.com/2021-...n-heist-x2
I hadn't thought about the x2 as an alternative... thanks for posting this one also! Seems like an OK deal IMO. Had some friends that really liked their heist (though in fairness, I'm not sure which specific model they had).

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11-29-2022 at 11:01 AM.
11-29-2022 at 11:01 AM.
Hi, bike noob here. I was wondering if anyone could provide some insight on sizing for the Haanjo 1. I'm a little confused about the geometry numbers on https://www.diamondback.com/bikes...669#footer. For example, the "MD/53CM" size is listed to have a Seat Tube Length of 505.0 mm - but I thought the frame size IS defined as the ST length?

More importantly, it seems that the Haanjo 1 is running one size bigger than the Metric 2 or something. For example, MD for the Metric 2 has an Seat Tube Length of only 425.0 mm, while both are suggested for 5'7" - 5'10" height. Stand Over Height is also 720.0 mm vs. 782.0 mm.

I'm 5'9", w/ an inseam of 31.5" (800mm). I think I should comfortably fit on a MD for the Metric 2, but maybe I should get the SM on the Haanjo 1?

Thanks for your help!
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HempCures
11-29-2022 at 01:07 PM.
11-29-2022 at 01:07 PM.
Is this worth the extra 200$, from the 128$ genesis Walmart bike?
Thanks in advance
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11-29-2022 at 02:20 PM.
11-29-2022 at 02:20 PM.
Quote from HempCures :
Is this worth the extra 200$, from the 128$ genesis Walmart bike?
Thanks in advance
Not an expert here so take this with a grain of salt - I think they are different bikes entirely. The Genesis Bohe is a gravel bike whereas this is a hybrid. The Genesis has a 2x drivetrain with a drop bar, wider rims/tires, and presumably puts you in a more aggressive seating position. The Metric has flat bars with a 3x drive train and thinner rims/tires. I'm sure someone more knowledgeable than me will disagree, but a 3x drive train doesn't seem as useful as a 2x. Beyond that, I think it probably comes down to what you plan to do with the bike. Going for a ride to work or shops on paved roads, possibly the Metric geometry wins. Riding on dirt or gravel roads while preserving some capability to ride on paved surfaces, Genesis Bohe might be fine. If you want to upgrade parts down the line, the Bohe could be more expensive at that time. For example there's no cassette so upgrading the drivetrain would require replacing the hub (or possibly the entire rear wheel?) But if you're planning to never upgrade and instead buy a new bike down the line, it's hard to beat the disposable price of the Bohe, and I doubt you'll find a bike with drop bars anywhere close to $130. One thing worth considering is that the Bohe only comes in one size. Even though it claims to fit riders up to 6'2, that seems unlikely to me based on the reviews I watched by taller riders. One reviewer said he wouldn't recommend the bike for anyone over 5'10.

As others have mentioned, the Haanjo 1 is another option if you're looking for a gravel bike. Seemingly better specs in general but it has flat bars and a 1x drivetrain instead of drop bars with a 2x. I guess that comes down to preference and what you're willing to spend.
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earsjr
11-30-2022 at 05:48 PM.
11-30-2022 at 05:48 PM.
in what seems like an ill advised decision based on everyone going with some other bike mentioned here, i went with the metric2 in the OP... the only shipping option was "Ship to Home, 85% assembled with tools and instructions included to DIY at home" -- Does anyone know how easy and/or safe this may be for a newbie? i'm comfortable with tools and general assembly, but never worked on a bike before.
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12-01-2022 at 06:17 PM.
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Quote from earsjr :
in what seems like an ill advised decision based on everyone going with some other bike mentioned here, i went with the metric2 in the OP... the only shipping option was "Ship to Home, 85% assembled with tools and instructions included to DIY at home" -- Does anyone know how easy and/or safe this may be for a newbie? i'm comfortable with tools and general assembly, but never worked on a bike before.
Just got mine delivered today...took me like an hour and half to assemble for a test ride. Everything looks fine. I would take another half hour later to fine tune.
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12-05-2022 at 05:18 PM.
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Quote from jfsutb :
Just got mine delivered today...took me like an hour and half to assemble for a test ride. Everything looks fine. I would take another half hour later to fine tune.
have you assembled or worked on bikes before? would the only difference for a first-timer be more time but the instructions are easy to follow?
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12-05-2022 at 10:40 PM.
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Quote from earsjr :
in what seems like an ill advised decision based on everyone going with some other bike mentioned here, i went with the metric2 in the OP... the only shipping option was "Ship to Home, 85% assembled with tools and instructions included to DIY at home" -- Does anyone know how easy and/or safe this may be for a newbie? i'm comfortable with tools and general assembly, but never worked on a bike before.
Just follow the video on YouTube. Watch it a few times and you should be able to put it together pretty easily. Worst case take it into a bike shop and they can assemble for you super fast. I hadn't assembled a bike before and it took me about an hour but mainly because i messed up a part and had to redo it. But was able to get it perfectly assembled finally and it runs great.

I got the metric 2 over the haanjo and love it so far. The haanjo wasn't right for me since i ride mostly paved roads and don't need the thicker tires of a gravel bike. Also the 1x9 is super limiting with hills. There's a reason why the haanjo 2 and 3 are 2x9 gears. More options doesnt hurt when you're riding hills and the weight addition is negligible since these arent racing bikes anyway.
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12-05-2022 at 10:42 PM.
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Quote from earsjr :
in what seems like an ill advised decision based on everyone going with some other bike mentioned here, i went with the metric2 in the OP... the only shipping option was "Ship to Home, 85% assembled with tools and instructions included to DIY at home" -- Does anyone know how easy and/or safe this may be for a newbie? i'm comfortable with tools and general assembly, but never worked on a bike before.
Good job going with what's right for you instead of what strangers on the internet tell you 😊
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Quote from earsjr :
have you assembled or worked on bikes before? would the only difference for a first-timer be more time but the instructions are easy to follow?
Bike comes pretty much assembled...except need to install front tire and adjust handle bar. This would be my second bike assembly in 6 years. First one I had to take to bike shop to fine tune. This one front brake pad was rubbing against disc but youtube helped me fix it. Overall very pleased with bike and just what I needed. Added rear rack and bag, phone mount, water bottle cage, light set, and carbon kickstand and all set.
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12-08-2022 at 12:57 PM.
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Quote from jfsutb :
Bike comes pretty much assembled...except need to install front tire and adjust handle bar. This would be my second bike assembly in 6 years. First one I had to take to bike shop to fine tune. This one front brake pad was rubbing against disc but youtube helped me fix it. Overall very pleased with bike and just what I needed. Added rear rack and bag, phone mount, water bottle cage, light set, and carbon kickstand and all set.
Good to know! Thanks for the suggestions on accessories... mo money mo money laugh out loud
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12-08-2022 at 01:01 PM.
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Quote from lakhip :
Just follow the video on YouTube. Watch it a few times and you should be able to put it together pretty easily. Worst case take it into a bike shop and they can assemble for you super fast. I hadn't assembled a bike before and it took me about an hour but mainly because i messed up a part and had to redo it. But was able to get it perfectly assembled finally and it runs great.

I got the metric 2 over the haanjo and love it so far. The haanjo wasn't right for me since i ride mostly paved roads and don't need the thicker tires of a gravel bike. Also the 1x9 is super limiting with hills. There's a reason why the haanjo 2 and 3 are 2x9 gears. More options doesnt hurt when you're riding hills and the weight addition is negligible since these arent racing bikes anyway.
Good point. Yes, was just looking for a casual ride once in awhile and this seemed like a good entry point with some room for growth. Thanks for the tip on the YouTube videos, I'll check those out! Hopefully nothing too off on the preassembled bits since I wouldn't really know what to look for anyway LMAO
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