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Novara Aspen Bike

Novara Aspen Bike

Item # 760846
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Our saucy Novara Aspen hardtail bike features Shimano components, Kalloy alloy handlebar and stem, Alex wheels and WTB tires for a smooth ride.

  • Sturdy 6061 aluminum frame boasts enhanced standover height and fork clearance
  • RST Gila T8 suspension fork delivers 100mm of travel to smooth out the bumps and cushion landings
  • Shimano Acera front derailleur and Alivio rear derailleur offer smooth, reliable performance; responsive Alivio Rapidfire shifters deliver excellent on-the-fly shifting
  • Tektro mechanical disc brakes provide powerful off-road stopping power
  • Smooth-rollin' Alex TD24 rims reduce weight where it counts; teamed-up with WTB MotoRaptor tires, they're ready to tame the toughest singletrack
  • WTB Speed V Saddle provides a soft and comfortable ride
  • Comes equipped with platform pedals

After its initial break-in period you might notice your bicycle performing less responsively than the day you brought it home. Not to worry, this is typical of all new bicycles and simply reflects that cables have stretched or their housings have seated themselves into final position. To keep running at peak performance, all REI bicycles come with a FREE warranty tune-up, which should be accomplished between the first 100-200 miles of riding or after the first two months if you're accumulating miles less quickly. Contact your nearest REI bike shop for details and an appointment for this important service.

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Novara Aspen Bike Specs

Specification

Description

Frame6061 Aluminum
ForkRST Gila T8, 100mm travel
CranksetShimano Acera 42/32/22
Bottom bracketShimano Octalink
ShiftersShimano Alivio 3.0 Rapidfire
Front derailleurShimano Acera
Rear derailleurShimano Alivio
Rear cogsShimano HG40 11-34, 8-speed
BrakesTektro IO Disc
Brake leversTektro
RimsAlex TD24
Front hubFormula Disc Alloy
Rear hubFormula Disc Alloy
TiresWTB Motoraptor 26x2.14
HandlebarKalloy alloy riser
StemKalloy 2D forged alloy
Seat postKalloy alloy micro-adjust
SaddleWTB Speed V Comp
PedalsPlatform
HeadsetIntegrated semi-cartridge
ChainKMC HG40
Weight33 pounds

Novara Aspen Bike Customer Reviews

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Novara Aspen Bike
 
3.7

(based on 18 reviews)

89%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Handles well (15)
  • Rugged (14)
  • Great components (8)
  • Versatile (8)
  • Smooth ride (6)

Cons

  • Heavy (10)
  • Rough ride (3)

Best Uses

  • Casual trails (17)
  • Single track (11)
  • Free riding (8)
  • Cross country (5)
  • Downhill (4)
  • Reviewer Profile:
  • Casual/ recreational (8), Avid cyclist (6), Weekend warrior (4)

Reviewed by 18 customers

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May

20

2008

(12 of 12 customers found this review helpful)

 
4.0

Great bike, odd choice for brakes.

By BigDave

from Detroit, MI

About Me Avid Cyclist

Site Member

Pros

  • Handles Well
  • Rugged
  • Versatile

Cons

  • Heavy
  • Some odd components

Best Uses

  • Casual Trails
  • Commuting
  • Single Track

Comments about Novara Aspen Bike:

I bought this bike for my wife. It's a great bike and holds up really well. It has stood up to the abuse of learning to ride singletrack. We run errands with it and even ride some distances (50+ miles) with it. Overall, I would highly recommend it. However, if I were going to get another I would swap out the brakes. The mech disc brakes are garbage and have had to be adjusted constantly. A nice set of SRAM or Avid v-brakes would be a much better choice on this bike (or bump up to a good set of hydraulic disc, but that's a lot more cash). The seat also got quickly replaced. But with those few quibbles, the bike is a great choice for those just getting started in mtn biking or commuting.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

(12 of 12 customers found this review helpful)

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Mar

13

2008

(8 of 8 customers found this review helpful)

 
4.0

great bike

By thejuicemyster

from Missoula, MT

About Me Avid Cyclist

Site Member

Pros

  • Great Components
  • Handles Well
  • Rugged
  • Smooth Ride
  • Versatile

Cons

  • Heavy

Best Uses

  • Casual Trails
  • Downhill
  • Free Riding

Comments about Novara Aspen Bike:

i ride this bike everyday to work, a total of 11 miles a day, and it has taken a beating. I am not soft on things and have crashed twice and the bike was fine. I did have a problem with the chain, it was to long and kept popping off, but REI fixed me up and that's the only thing that was ever wrong. For the money, it's a great, durable bike, it even handles well on the trail, so if you want a bike for the road or trail, this will work for you.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

(8 of 8 customers found this review helpful)

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Jul

26

2008

(7 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

 
4.0

Best bike for the value

By Taylor510ce

from Chattanooga, TN

About Me Weekend Warrior

Pros

  • Handles Well
  • Smooth Ride
  • Versatile

Cons

  • Heavy

Best Uses

  • Casual Trails
  • Single Track

Comments about Novara Aspen Bike:

I ride at least 3 times a week on some sweet singletracks that range packed dirt to sand to rocks and roots. The bike has held up well, with no problems at all with contruction or performance. It's a solid bike! Take REI's advice when they say you need to get it serviced after the first couple of months. I had to have the back wheel immediately replaced as some strange noise was coming from the free spinning hub. The bargain basement Tektro discs are exactly what you pay for, and seem to need adjusting a lot. I'm Looking for an upgrade on those. The WTB tires stick like glue at the right tire pressure, and the saddle is comfortable. Most other components are entry level. But hey everything can be upgraded. Solid frame. For the price, anybody looking for an entry level hardtail couldn't do better than the Aspen.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

(7 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

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Jun

8

2008

(7 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

 
4.0

Good daily rider!

By Bighurt

from Yuba City, CA

About Me Casual/ Recreational

Site Member

Pros

  • Handles Well
  • Rugged

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Casual Trails

    Comments about Novara Aspen Bike:

    This bike is used for a 14 mile round-trip daily ride to work. Although the tires are not necessarily suited for road work, it gets the job done. That can be a quick fix though. I also ride this bike on light trail. It has held up quite well. It was purchased about 2 months ago and has been used about 4 times per week. I have read some reviews about the brakes and there could be some improvements made on future editions. Even with that said, they have never failed nor have I had to make any adjustments. The gears have shifted smoothly every time. If I had to go buy another bike today, I would gladly buy this one again.

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    (7 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

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    Jul

    22

    2008

    (6 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

     
    4.0

    Great Bike On and Off Road

    By ipops_4vr

    from Anchorage, AK

    About Me Casual/ Recreational

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Handles Well
    • Rugged
    • Smooth Ride

    Cons

    • Needed immediate adjusts

    Best Uses

    • Casual Trails
    • Cross Country
    • Free Riding
    • Road
    • Single Track

    Comments about Novara Aspen Bike:

    The bike as a whole is a fantastic bike. The chain slipped off a couple of times after owning the bike in the first week, but with readjusting the tension it was fine. The front derailer had to be adjusted after a few weeks of riding. Putting semi-slicks on it was probably my best investment so far. It can take a beating and keep going. Definitely a good buy.

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    (6 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

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    May

    17

    2008

    (5 of 57 customers found this review helpful)

     
    1.0

    Bad bike. Stay away.

    By Bala

    from San Jose, CA

    Pros

      Cons

      • Handles Poorly
      • Heavy

      Best Uses

        Comments about Novara Aspen Bike:

        I bought this bike based on the reviews. But it turned out to be bad. Bad components. [...]

        Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

        (5 of 57 customers found this review helpful)

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        Mar

        16

        2009

        (4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        Great Entry Level Mountain Bike!

        By brianhaldeman

        from Reno, NV

        About Me Casual Cyclist

        Pros

        • Great Components
        • Rugged

        Cons

        • Heavy

        Best Uses

        • Casual Trails
        • Commuter
        • Single Track

        Comments about Novara Aspen Bike:

        I did a lot of research before buying the Novara Aspen, and rode many of the comparable bikes at REI. The Novara Aspen was the best value, and being a beginner to mountain biking, I could not really tell a difference between this bike and the more expensive Novara hard-tail bikes offered. I use this bike daily to commute as well as a trail rider at least 3 times a week. This bike has held up well and I have not encountered a problem yet. I am very happy with my decision to get the Aspen and I would recommend it to anybody wanting a rugged commuter bike or the weekend warriors who want to just get out and ride!

        • Gift:
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        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

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        Jun

        28

        2008

        (4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

         
        4.0

        Awsome Bike!!

        By Twells15

        from Elk River, MN

        About Me Weekend Warrior

        Pros

        • Great Components
        • Handles Well
        • Rugged
        • Smooth Ride
        • Versatile

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Casual Trails
          • Downhill
          • Single Track

          Comments about Novara Aspen Bike:

          Ive had this bike out on the trails a few times this year. i enjoy using this bike becauseof its great ride and brakes. although i have only had it out a few times i already needed to have it tuned up which kind of [*]. the problem was whenever i would pedal hard up a hill the chain would slip. but that is the only bad thing i have with the bike.

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

          (4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

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          Jan

          23

          2008

          (4 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

           
          5.0

          Great Hard Tail Bike

          By Chirish

          from Houston, Texas

          About Me Weekend Warrior

          Pros

          • Great Components
          • Handles Well
          • Rugged

          Cons

          • Heavy
          • Rough Ride

          Best Uses

          • Casual Trails
          • Free Riding
          • Single Track

          Comments about Novara Aspen Bike:

          I bought this bike from a friend after he had put some good use into it. I just put it into the [...] shop to get the warranty tune-up, but was very impressed by the handling and the ruggedness of the bike. It is not flashy but handles extremely well. It is rough on the butt, but it is a hardtail, so that is to be expected! Overall, GREAT bike for the price i scooped it up for!

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

          (4 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

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          Nov

          26

          2007

          (4 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

           
          4.0

          freakin sweet

          By mountain yetti

          from Marietta, GA

          About Me Avid Cyclist

          Pros

          • Great Components
          • Great parts
          • Handles Well
          • Reliable
          • Rugged
          • Smooth Ride
          • Versatile
          • Very Sturdy

          Cons

          • Alittle on the heavy side
          • Heavy

          Best Uses

          • Casual Trails
          • Free Riding
          • Good 'ol trailblazing
          • Single Track

          Comments about Novara Aspen Bike:

          very good bike. lasts a long time and very reliable. The parts are great for someone who has been riding for a while. I use it for casual riding and small jumps. Only thing I could find that could be improved was that the weight was a little heavy for hill climbing but otherwise a fantastic bike.

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

          (4 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

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