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K2 ZED 1.0 Bike - 2008

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Tear up the trail without breaking the bank! K2 ZED 1.0 boasts a 24-speed drivetrain, front suspension and durability for serious MTB adventure.

Frame design offers a more upright, secure riding stance relative to aggressive riding machines
Frame is constructed of 6061aluminum tubing for lightness and strength, and gusset-reinforced at the critical junction of the down tube and head tube
SR Suntour XCTsuspension fork smooths out the path with 80mm of bump-absorbing travel
Shimano EZ Fire shifters are intuitively simple to use and guide rider through all 24 speeds
Never be without the gear you want—the Zed range of gears lets a rider quickly adjust for minor and major changes in terrain
Alloy linear pull brakes provide controlled deceleration
Kenda Komodo tires romp with mud-shedding tread that grabs the trail and won't let go
Features a sporty mountain saddle with scuff guards to protect against minor mishaps
Quick-release seat clamp lets rider adjust saddle height for up- or downhill terrain

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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K2 ZED 1.0 Bike - 2008 Customer Reviews

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K2 ZED 1.0 Bike - 2008

4.0

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May

2008

(10 of 10 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Entry Level Commuter and MTB

By Kyle M

from Fairfax, VA

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Handles Well
Lightweight
Rugged
Versatile

Cons

Gear Issues

Best Uses

Casual Trails
Commuting

Comments about K2 ZED 1.0 Bike - 2008:

I use this bike to commute back and fourth, usually about 10 miles round trip when errands are involved, on hilly suburban streets. I also go on weekends to moderate mountain biking trails. The bike works well for both.

The only issue I noticed was with the gear system. Occasionally shifting is slow/difficult and in the higher gears (7/8) there is some slippage. These are far from major issues, but they are worth noting.

All in all a very good entry level bike, but if you believe you will be doing lots of shifting, consider upgrading to something a little higher quality in the drive train.

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Apr

2008

(22 of 24 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Good Entry Level Hardtail

By Bigfoot_tall

from Long Beach, CA

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Good Response
Handles Well
Lightweight
Smooth Ride

Cons

Best Uses

Casual Trails

Comments about K2 ZED 1.0 Bike - 2008:

I bought this bike as an upgrade to a cheap, full suspension bike I bought at a big box retailer. I primarily have used it for my 4 mile commute to work, but also being a leader for a group of boy scouts that like mountain biking, I needed something that could stand up to some off roading. With the full suspension of my last bike, I was disappointed in the power loss experienced going up hills which lead me to get the hardtail this time around.

The one flaw I found in the bike, which caused me to give it 4/5 stars, was the seatpost. It bent after less than 20 miles of riding on local streets. On the plus side, REI replaced the seatpost for free and I haven't had the replacement post bend yet.

The brakes are very strong. I have not had brakes work this well on a bike before. Since I'm tall (6'3") I do have to make sure that I don't brake too hard and fly over the handlebars. The thumb shifters work well and loss of momentum when I have to shift going up hill is minimal. Much better than the grip shifters on my old bike. The weight and cost are hard to beat for an entry level hardtail.

If you're looking for a bike to pound the dirt with, you need to look somewhere else. If you need something to stay in shape, commute to work, and have the option of going off road, seriously look at the Zed 1.0