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    Novara Ponderosa 29er Bike - 2013

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    Our Novara Ponderosa® 29er hardtail mountain bike is ready to rip, rail and rally down singletrack bliss thanks to a 100mm fork, hydraulic disc brakes and SRAM X7 2x10 drivetrain.

    • Butted 6061 aluminum frame features an S-bend down tube and bent seat tube for enhanced handling, fit and performance
    • SR Suntour Raidon-LO Air 29 fork boasts a customizable spring rate, stiff 32mm stanchions, alloy steerer, magnesium lowers and lockout
    • SRAM X7 drivetrain offers the reliability and weight savings of a 2x10 drivetrain while maintaining fast, precise gear changes to meet changing terrain
    • Tektro Auriga Pro hydraulic disc brakes maintain consistent performance in all conditions
    • Double-walled Weinmann rims are wrapped with WTB Nano Comp tires for fast-rolling performance and consistent traction
    • Specs on the Novara Ponderosa 29er hardtail mountain bike are subject to change

    All bicycles sold at REI include a free warranty tune-up. New bikes go through a normal break-in period, after which readjustment is important for longevity and performance. Bring your new bike in to your local REI for its free tune-up within 20 hours of use or 6 months from purchase, whichever comes first. Contact your nearest REI bike shop to schedule this important service.

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    Novara Ponderosa 29er Bike - 2013 Specs
    Specification
    Description
    Best use
    Mountain biking
    Mountain bike
    Aluminum
    6061 aluminum
    Front suspension
    SR Suntour Raidon-LO Air 29, 100mm of travel with lockout
    SRAM S1000, 38/24
    SRAM
    SRAM X7
    SRAM X7
    SRAM X7
    SRAM PC-1030, 11-36, 10-speed
    20 gear(s)
    Disc brake
    Tektro Auriga Pro Hydraulic Disc
    Tektro Auriga Pro Hydraulic Disc
    Weinmann Taurus 2000
    Jotech Disc, 32h
    Jotech Disc, 32h
    29 inches
    WTB Nano, 29x2.1
    Riser bar
    Kalloy
    Kalloy
    Kalloy
    WTB Volt Sport
    FPD Alloy platform
    FSA
    KMC X10
    Unavailable pounds
    How we measure bike weight
    Unisex
    Bike style
    Bike frame material
    Frame
    Bike suspension
    Fork
    Crankset
    Bottom bracket
    Shifters
    Front derailleur
    Rear derailleur
    Rear cogs
    Number of gears
    Brake type
    Brakes
    Brake levers
    Rims
    Front hub
    Rear hub
    Wheel size
    Tires
    Handlebar shape
    Handlebar
    Stem
    Seat post
    Saddle
    Pedals
    Headset
    Chain
    Weight
    Bike weight
    Gender

    Novara Ponderosa 29er Bike - 2013 Customer Reviews

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    Novara Ponderosa 29er Bike - 2013
     
    4.6

    (based on 8 reviews)

    100%

    of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

    Pros

    • Great components (8)
    • Handles well (8)
    • Rugged (8)
    • Smooth ride (4)
    • Lightweight (3)

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Single track (6)
      • Casual trails (4)
      • Cross country (4)
      • Free riding (4)
        • Reviewer Profile:
        • Avid cyclist (4), Casual/ recreational (4)
        • Was this a gift?:
        • No (6)

      Reviewed by 8 customers

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      5.0

      Love the Ponderosa bike

      By Huge REI fan

      from Austin, TX

      About Me Casual/ Recreational

      See all my reviews

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

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

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Casual Trails
        • Cross Country

        Comments about Novara Ponderosa 29er Bike - 2013:

        Came with everything I was looking for in a mountain bike.

        • Was this a gift?:
        • No

        Comment on this review

         
        5.0

        Great Bike!

        By mrbae12

        from Clifton, VA

        About Me Casual/ Recreational

        See all my reviews

        Verified Buyer
        Site Member

        Pros

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

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Free Riding
          • Single Track

          Comments about Novara Ponderosa 29er Bike - 2013:

          I use this bike for going on difficult MTB trails as well as casual rides on the street for 8- 10 mile distances.

          From the components to the paint color I love this bike. It was a bit on the high end for a MTB but I think its worth the investment. If you buy something lower you'll end up quickly replacing it with parts or a new bike entirely which will end up costing you the same price as this bike in the end.

          The only gripe I have about this bike is its difficult to add certain accesories to it due to the pins on the body being located too high.

          Comment on this review

           
          4.0

          Great components for the price!

          By Scotto

          from Maple Grove, MN

          About Me Avid Cyclist

          See all my reviews

          Verified Buyer
          Site Member

          Pros

          • Great Components
          • Handles Well
          • Lightweight
          • Rugged

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Single Track

            Comments about Novara Ponderosa 29er Bike - 2013:

            My first 29er and I really like it. Didn't have a lot to spend on a big name brand. This bike had comparable components to a trek bike that would have been almost twice as much $. Great customer service and warranty if you are a member too.

            • Was this a gift?:
            • No

            Comment on this review

             
            5.0

            Great Bike!

            By Steven K

            from Detroit, MI

            About Me Casual/ Recreational

            See all my reviews

            Verified Buyer
            Site Member

            Pros

            • Great Components
            • Handles Well
            • Rugged

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Casual Trails
              • Free Riding
              • mountain biking

              Comments about Novara Ponderosa 29er Bike - 2013:

              I purchased this bike about a month ago and have been very pleased. 29er is great! Have nearly 100 miles on it so far without an issue. This is trail riding, gravel and pavement. Shifts great and handles my size very well. I'm a bigger guy at 320 pounds and have had no issues! The air fork and double wall rims are a must for a big guy and this bike has both!

              Very nicely equipped components for the price. I bought it on sale when it was 20% off and I couldn't find another bike that came with similar components within a few hundred dollars of it.

              Comment on this review

              (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

               
              4.0

              I love this bike.

              By northwestgirl

              from Spokane, WA

              About Me Avid Cyclist

              See all my reviews

              Site Member

              Pros

              • Great Components
              • Great First 29er
              • Handles Well
              • Rugged
              • Versatile

              Cons

              • Fork Is Ok

              Best Uses

              • Cross Country
              • Single Track

              Comments about Novara Ponderosa 29er Bike - 2013:

              I've had this bike for a couple of months now, and ridden it for over 100 miles. For the price point, the components are great. SRAM X7 is more than adequate for any type of riding including racing. For a 29er, its lightweight and the 2x10 gear setup is awesome. Really impressed with this bike so far. If you buy during one of the REI sales, you can't beat it.

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              • No

              Comment on this review

              (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

               
              4.0

              Good Ride

              By Monkeyflower

              from Lake Tahoe, Ca

              About Me Avid Cyclist

              See all my reviews

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              Pros

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

              Cons

              • Heavy

              Best Uses

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

              Comments about Novara Ponderosa 29er Bike - 2013:

              If you are comparing this to any other similar priced and components just get the Ponderosa. I have ridden all bikes from major brands like Specialized, Trek ect. and smaller brands like BAMF, Niner ect. For the price line this is a top ride, components solid and unless you weigh over 250 275 lbs I've never broken a frame (well maybee a huffy or two) anyway the only thing this bike does not have is a "name brand" label which in my mind makes this bike even more AWSM. Buy this bike it Shreds. The only reason I didn't give it 5 stars is I'm a Rock Shox fan but so far after a number of rides around Lake Tahoe trails I don't notice the difference of the Suntour.

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              • No

              Comment on this review

              (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

               
              5.0

              Great Deal

              By cracker7213

              from Minneapolis, MN

              About Me Avid Cyclist

              See all my reviews

              Site Member

              Pros

              • Great Components
              • Handles Well
              • Rugged

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Cross Country
                • Single Track

                Comments about Novara Ponderosa 29er Bike - 2013:

                Super good deal for the money. This bike is easily $200-$300 less then the competition.

                Good parts. Air fork is pro-quality and a good price. Way better feel then coil forks.

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                • No

                Comment on this review

                (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

                 
                5.0

                Great, versatile bike

                By JCH

                from Fort Collins, CO

                About Me Casual/ Recreational

                See all my reviews

                Site Member

                Pros

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

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • Casual Trails
                  • Free Riding
                  • Single Track

                  Comments about Novara Ponderosa 29er Bike - 2013:

                  I ride this bike on paved trails and singletrack and its great for both.

                  Very impressed with the SRAM X7 2x10 drivetrain. Very easy to stay in the right gear whether on flat or hilly terrain. I particularly like the ability to shift up 1 or 2 gears at a time. Nice brakes and shocks too.

                  I did a lot of research before buying and felt that the Ponderosa was the best bang for the buck out there. At this time of the year the price was especially unbeatable.

                  Altogether I am thrilled with this bike!

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