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The KMart Kicker

kmart kicker

KMart currently have a special on two different kinds of bike, an orange one with shock absorbing suspension for both wheels for $130, and a charcoal grey one with front shocks only and a more robust-looking frame, called a “Kicker” and made in China for $180 (marked down from $250).

I’m wondering if y’all know anything about these bikes, and whether they’re a bargain buy for a low-end “real” MTB or would be a constant source of disappointment.

If it makes any difference, the box says “distributed by Bicycle Authority P/L, Sperry Drive, Tullamarine”, Vic and “Pacific Cycle” Madison, Wisconsin. The nett mass is 14kg and the model number is R2642KMI (I presume that the 26 relates to the rim size).

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Leon RJ Brooks said…
Oddly enough, the black $10 bike has Shimano gears.

For the international readership, the photo was taken in Lakeside Shopping Centre, Joondalup, Western Australia (it’s likely that non-Oz KMarts aren't having the special, probably don’t even sell these).
02 September, 2005 07:34
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