Co-op Cycles  DRT 1.2 Mountain Bike

So the first thing I want to touch on are the other negative reviews. They seem to all have the same thing in common which is that the tires go flat. As many other bikers would know, if a bike has a tire going flat all the time, then the tire itself likely has a thorn in it. When you replace a bike tube, you don't just yank the tube out, stuff a new one in and go. You need to visually and physically check the tire to make sure you don't have a thorn, needle or nail embedded in the tread or else you'll just end up with another flat tire. Given that information, you should also ALWAYS use a tire sealant in your bike tubes to start off. Something like Flat Out, which has kevlar threads in it, are fantastic for sealing up your tubes when they're punctured. That said, you can disregard the other reviews due to user error. Now about the bike itself. This thing is absolutely the most underrated, under reviewed bike out there. For $999 (I bought mine for $799, $850 after tax) you get great geometry, a 1x10 drivetrain, a threadless tappered headset, Suntour XCM fork, Thru Axles on both front and back, Microshift shifter and Shimano hubs and brakes. You really can't go wrong with what you're getting here. When it's on sale, this bike is a no brainer. Something else to mention is like the Q&A section mentions, the website will show the bike comes with 29x2.4 tires (I picked up a Medium, so 29 inch) but in the store, you'll fine the same tires are 29x2.6. This also goes for all the other sizes as well. So even if you're picking up a 27.5 in Small, you'll still get 2.6 inch wide tires. Probably the best thing to add to this bike would be a dropper post or suspension seat post. I'll be opting for a suspension seatpost as I align more with XC rather than hard core trail riding but that's really all this bike is missing. Down the road, I'll be upgrading some parts but this bike is a great value for your money and with the parts it has, you'll be able to upgrade down the line too.

I had high hopes when I purchased this bike brand new from REI, with the intention of exploring trails. The bike itself is undeniably beautiful and, on paper, seemed like a great choice. However, my experience with the local REI bike shop has been nothing short of disappointing. Shortly after acquiring the bike, I didn't ride it extensively and stored it in my garage. To my dismay, I noticed that the rear tire consistently went flat. After inflating it, I found myself having to do so again every four days. Concerned about this recurring issue, I contacted the store and was instructed to bring the bike in for evaluation. Upon arrival at the REI bike shop, I encountered unhelpful and dismissive attitudes from their staff. They insisted that constant tire deflation was "normal" and implied that I should simply inflate it before every ride. This explanation didn't sit right with me, especially when the front tire, identical in specifications, showed no such problems. To make matters worse, when I insisted they investigate for leaks in the tube, they initially agreed and took the tube inside for examination. However, after the examination, they returned and assured me that it had no leaks, without providing any concrete evidence or details of their inspection process. Despite their assurance, the problem persisted. The rear tire continued to lose pressure rapidly, making their insistence that this was a "normal" occurrence even more frustrating and perplexing. They offered to replace the tube without proper inspection, further demonstrating their unwillingness to address the root cause. When I pressed for a tube replacement, they suddenly declared they didn't have any in stock, reiterating their stance that this was normal, not a problem, and something I should deal with. Frustrated by this attitude, I escalated the matter to the store manager, who acknowledged that my experience was unacceptable and promised to address it with the bike technician. By that point, my frustration had reached its limit, and I chose to leave. To my disappointment, after just four days of leaving the bike in my garage, the rear tire was flat again, while the front tire maintained the same tire pressure as when I initially purchased it three weeks ago. I've decided that it's best to seek assistance from a different local bike shop, as my experience with REI has left me feeling dissatisfied and unsupported. If you're considering buying a bike from REI, be cautious and make sure to thoroughly assess their customer service and support, especially if you encounter issues after your purchase. Their handling of the situation, including their inadequate inspection of the tube, has left me with serious reservations about their competence and commitment to customer satisfaction.