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Novara Ponderosa 29er Bike - 2010

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Description
Specs
Customer Reviews

Taking the proven performance of our Ponderosa® platform and offering it as a 29er just made sense to us. We're sure it will to you as well.

Kinesis 6061 aluminum frame features a butted downtube for a significant savings in weight without a reduction in strength while also improving ride quality
RockShox Dart 3 fork meets changing needs; run it plush (80mm travel) to buffer unyielding single track or lock it down for a stiff, efficient ride
SRAM drivetrain is all performance, featuring the snappy X-7 shifters and rear derailleur and Shimano SLX front derailleur
27 speeds let you handle any terrain as you want, whether you're romping hills, cruising easy or speeding across the flats
Avid BB5 mechanical disc brakes and FR-5 levers provide sure stopping power and controlled deceleration no matter the terrain or weather conditions
WTB FX-28 rims are laced onto Shimano M475 hubs for tough, smooth-rolling performance; Kenda Karma tires provide tenacious traction
Anatomically designed, the lightweight WTB Pure V Race saddle offers exceptional comfort and support from a streamlined platform
Just get on and ride, no fancy shoes required—aluminum platform pedals accommodate a variety of casual shoes
Specs are subject to change

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Novara Ponderosa 29er Bike - 2010 Specs

Specification	Description
Frame	6061 aluminum
Fork	RockShox Dart 3 29 in. with lockout, 80mm of travel
Crankset	Truvativ Blaze 44/32/22
Bottom bracket	Truvativ Power Spline
Shifters	SRAM X-7
Front derailleur	Shimano SLX
Rear derailleur	SRAM X-7
Rear cogs	SRAM PG-950 11/34, 9-speed
Number of gears	27
Brakes	Avid BB5 disc
Brake levers	Avid FR 5
Rims	WTB FX-28 disc
Front hub	Shimano M475 Disc, 32h
Rear hub	Shimano M475 Disc, 32h
Tires	Kenda Karma 29x1.9, with folding bead
Handlebar	Butted aluminum 31.8mm
Stem	3D forged aluminum
Seat post	Aluminum microadjustable
Saddle	WTB Pure V Race
Pedals	Alloy platform
Headset	Integrated semi-cartridge
Chain	SRAM PC 951
Gender	Unisex
Bike weight	Why we don't provide weights

Novara Ponderosa 29er Bike - 2010 Customer Reviews

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Novara Ponderosa 29er Bike - 2010

4.7

(based on 6 reviews)

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Handles well (6)
Rugged (6)
Great components (5)
Smooth ride (5)
Lightweight (4)

Cons

Best Uses

Single track (5)
Casual trails (4)
Cross country (4)

Reviewer Profile:
Casual/ recreational (4)

Reviewed by 6 customers

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Apr

2010

(13 of 14 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Fun Bike For Riding The Trails

By spo.can.bike

from Spokane, WA

About Me Avid Cyclist

Pros

Great Components
Handles Well
Rugged
Smooth Ride

Cons

Best Uses

Casual Trails
Cross Country
Downhill
Single Track

Comments about Novara Ponderosa 29er Bike - 2010:

I have been enjoying this bike for almost a month, and really like the big tires and smooth ride. The gearing is plenty low enough for challenging climbs and this bike is quite fun to ride on the downhill as well. I have had to add a chain gaurd/neoprene skin to protect the frame from the chain. After only two trips on the singletrack the stock sticker and paint had taken an amazing amount of abuse. The disc brakes are not the top of the line, but they provide a hair trigger effect and are very effecient at stopping and slowing the bike. I did have to take the bike back into the REI bike shop after a few rides because the front forks felt a little loose(clunking thuding sound when at the end of a stop), and sure enough the friendly staff tightend it all back up in 3 minutes or less and I was back in the pedals again.

Jun

2010

(6 of 8 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

singletrack destroyer

By pondie

from Abroath,Scotland united kingdom

About Me Competitive Cyclist

Pros

Handles Well
Lightweight
Rugged
Smooth Ride
Speedy
Versatile

Cons

Best Uses

Cross Country
Single Track

Comments about Novara Ponderosa 29er Bike - 2010:

get on of these badboys and you won`t regret it

Jun

2010

(4 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Exceptional Value, high fun factor

By CWSMTB

from Olala, WA

About Me Casual/ Recreational

Pros

Great Components
Handles Well
Lightweight
Rugged
Smooth Ride
Versatile

Cons

Best Uses

Casual Trails
Cross Country
Single Track

Comments about Novara Ponderosa 29er Bike - 2010:

I am a big person, 6' 2", 270 lbs. I've tried a number of bikes over the last couple of years and those that offered full suspension were always sagging under my weight. Most bikes with 26" wheels were just too small for me, I did not find one that I could stand up and peddle uphill without losing traction. Bottom line, this bike has top components, great geometry, the 29" rims have performed far better than I could have ever hoped for in road riding, single track and riding the occasional fire road. The larger wheels give me more confidence and I ride more aggressively than I did before – which translates to more fun.

May

2010

(3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Tall guy loves his bike!

By Napstalker

from Marin County, CA

About Me Casual/ Recreational

Pros

Great Components
Handles Well
Rugged
Smooth Ride
Versatile

Cons

Best Uses

Casual Trails
City Riding
Downhill
Free Riding
Single Track

Comments about Novara Ponderosa 29er Bike - 2010:

My first new bike in 15 years. I stand 6'4" so this 29er is a great fit. It's also smooth and fast! Picked this gem up at the Corte Madera store during the Members' Sale. Great price, very friendly staff, wonderful experience overall. I pretty much ride on various fire roads of Mt. Tamalpais but do use it around town as well.

May

2010

(1 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Great bike

By Alias to Gray

from Petaluma CA

About Me Casual/ Recreational

Pros

Great Components
Handles Well
Lightweight
Rugged
Smooth Ride

Cons

Best Uses

Comments about Novara Ponderosa 29er Bike - 2010:

Just bought this bike today. Great price. Love the huge tires. Can't wait to take it on the trails in Annadel.

Aug

2010

4.0

Great Value

By ahg3

from Anchorage, AK

About Me Casual/ Recreational

Pros

Great Components
Handles Well
Lightweight
Rugged

Cons

Best Uses

Casual Trails
Cross Country
Single Track

Comments about Novara Ponderosa 29er Bike - 2010:

Great bike for the price. Components are a level up from everything else in this price range. Front shock isn't the best, but it does okay. The tires don't have a very deep tread, so traction can be an issue. Otherwise, it shifts well, it stops well, and it climbs great. It makes me feel like I am in better shape than I really am.