29er Performance Mountain Bike $349, Kids Matching Trailer $149, Repair Stand $39.99, Hydration Backpack $29.99 @ ALDI 24/9

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      ozhunter68 on 26/09/2016 - 15:20

      Thanks for the in depth review.

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      metiuse5 on 28/09/2016 - 13:49

      Edit: "and wind out stop screw for 8th gear on rear derailleur" -> should read 9th gear.

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  metiuse5 on 26/09/2016 - 14:24

  +2

  After tuning this Aldi 29er, I am 90% sure this is a keeper as it is a good bike for the money. Feels more like a $500 bike.
  Second keeper from Aldi (other being a foldable). Tried a $200 Aldi Crane DS 2600 two years ago, but it was horrible (cheap components), so returned it.

  Measured/captured a few specs on this Aldi 29er:
  Gears Rear: Shimano CS-HG200-9 11-34T (CRC sell these for $22.50 excl shipping).
  Front: 44-32-22
  Brakes: Tektro Aries calipers / 160mm disc rotors
  Shifters: Altus 3spd front / 9spd rear (M370??)
  Derailleur: Front: Altus Rear: Acera
  Chain: KMC X.9
  Forks: SR Suntour XCM (SF15 XCM DS HLO 29 T 100) - effective travel about 67mm even though 100mm of chrome tube is showing
  Tyres: Deli 29 x 2.10" (54x622)
  Seatpost: 27.2mm diameter

  Weight: ~15kg (as checked on scales)

  Lots of things like rims, stem, seat, handlebar are unbranded.
  Good thing, was there was plenty of manuals included for components (derailleur, forks, shifters, etc).

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    Lone star on 26/09/2016 - 15:34

    Hi. You wrote "but it was horrible (cheap components), so returned it". Did you returned before you even assembled the bike, or did you returned it after you had taken out "one ride" with it? I did buy this current one, but haven't assembled it yet. I wanted to read some reviews before I even get started. I worry I can't returned once I've ridden it.

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      nubzy on 26/09/2016 - 15:56

      +1

      I think you can return it even if you ride it - Aldi is quite generous with their return policy. But trust me, you won't want to. I was skeptical about this bike but having bought, assembled and ridden I am very happy with it. This FLOW review should put you at ease: http://flowmountainbike.com/tests/flows-first-bite-performan…

      Basically, a bike of this spec would cost you $600+ from a bike shop. So you are getting a very good deal. The old mountain bike that Aldi use to sell are definately CRAP, and they used cheap components (which is why it was only $129). This one is all quality.

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      metiuse5 on 28/09/2016 - 13:44

      +1

      The previous Aldi DS 2600 26" MTB that I returned was in much a similar condition as I had bought it.
      I took pics of it before unpacking/assembling it and was careful to preserve the packing cardboard/foam/ties. I test rode it about 20 times up and down my street before deciding it was a horrible bike. I cleaned the bike (mainly tyres and road grim), then used these pics to help put all the cardboard/foam/ties back on as I disassembled it, before returning it boxed to Aldi. They accepted it without much fuss, but said they didn't get much returns on the DS 2600 bike…..ha ha.

      After test riding the new Aldi 29er about 10 times up and down my street, I decided it pretty much a keeper. Ridden it 60kms since, and still working well. I took pics of this one two as I was unpacking.

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        Lone star on 28/09/2016 - 14:17

        Hehe… A very smart idea. I will do the same then. Thanks… :-)

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  dan76n on 10/10/2016 - 16:32

  I picked up 2 of the mountain bikes today and they were marked down to $329 so saved $40.

  Does anyone know how to adjust the suspension? I've played around with the preload dial but I'm not noticing any change. I twisted it a few times clockwise.

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    nubzy on 11/10/2016 - 18:34

    Damn.. didn't think they would mark them down so soon. A steal at $329.

    As for suspension you just twist the dial. Keep it locked for going up hill and adjust to suit any other conditions.

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  blaast on 13/10/2016 - 21:04

  I just picked one up for $250!

  The medium sized bike states it is suitable for riders who are 170-180cm in height, but can a shorter person comfortably ride it?
  I'm thinking for someone who is 150cm.

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    wtfnodeal on 14/10/2016 - 00:09

    Lucky you. 150cm is a ay too short for a medium or even a small. XS might be just right but since you have bought it why not giving it a try.

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    nubzy on 14/10/2016 - 09:16

    WHAT! I am surprised stores still have stock. But not happy paying $100 more and the price dropping only a few weeks later?? Wonder if Aldi will refund that if I go in..

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  thechung on 25/10/2016 - 00:18

  I am not sure if its just mine or they used cheapo chains but mine snapped off the second time I used the bike!

  Everything else is good so I want to keep mine and not return it. I will call Bicycles Online and see what they say.

  Anyone had to make a warranty claim on one of these yet?

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  belbo on 30/10/2016 - 15:48

  +1

  Nice one! Bought one of these Thursday. Marked down to $244.30 at Aldi Maroubra Pacific Square. There was still one left yesterday (large, red) - as well as 2 white ones (also large) at Aldi Eastgardens for $249. Make sure they put in the correct price - mine scanned at $330 and had to get them to reverse and type in at $244.30.

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