Comments on: Gary Fisher Rumblefish II 29er Quick Review – Interbike 2009

By: Put a 29er Under the Tree for Christmas - FeedTheHabit.com

Put a 29er Under the Tree for Christmas - FeedTheHabit.com — Wed, 22 Dec 2010 14:56:29 +0000

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By: Kurt Miller

Kurt Miller — Sat, 18 Dec 2010 04:12:37 +0000

I just got the Rumblefish I and freaking love this bike!! I upgraded the crank to a slx with bash and am getting ready to throw a better wheel set on it but other than that this bike is sick. great trail bike..it handles the 3-4 drops i throw at it with ease and rolls like a beast. I suprisingly stiff and climbs pretty damn good as well in pro pedal position. overall, I dont think you can go wrong with this bike if you looking for a fun trail bike and not a cross country racer.

By: Zach Wagner

Zach Wagner — Fri, 03 Dec 2010 17:29:48 +0000

Well, I’ve had a year on the RFish II, and what a year. The bike has done the best thing I could have ever asked for: it has made me a much better, much more confident rider. At first I felt the bike was sluggish on the uphill, but an upgrade to the wheelset and some better tires have really made the difference. This week I ordered a Truvativ Noir crankset, on which I’m exchanging the big ring for a bash guard to go 2×9.
I still haven’t ridden a Niner or Santa Tallboy, but I have to say that, for me at least, the Rumblefish sings. Been riding it for a year and still feel myself improving every single ride, and smiling more and more every time.
LOVE this bike.

Safe riding!

By: Jason Mitchell

Jason Mitchell — Sat, 24 Jul 2010 03:25:21 +0000

It sounds like you’d enjoy the Rumblefish. Though I have heard of some isolated issues with the HiFi 29er, I haven’t heard of any widespread issues on anything in particular. The Coilair is a comfortable and capable bike, but man is it heavy.

Anything in particular that’s catching your eye about the Rumblefish? If you’re wanting a better, more efficient trail slayer, there are many bikes available, though the Rumble sounds like it could suit you well.

By: aaron

aaron — Sat, 24 Jul 2010 02:03:46 +0000

I have a few questions about the Rumblefish. What exactly is the G2 geo I keep hearing about? I can’t seem to find anything online that defines it totally. Also, I’ve seen a lot of Gary Fisher frames online that have broken. Mostly the chain stays and seat stays. Seems like some have been cracking around shock mounts too. Has Gary Fisher gotten past those bad times? There’s a local guy that I run into on the trails out here that rides some kind of GF 29er full suspension bike. He’s on his third frame in a year and a half. He’s a very timid down hill rider and a lighter guy (prob around 170, where I’m 210 right now).
I’m interested in the bike, but I’d want to make sure the frame could handle some abuse. I currently ride a Kona coilair that’s built to do everything. The bad thing about it is that it’s good at everything, but not great at anything. It’s heavy, but I can climb it (42 pounds). I ride it at the local DH resorts, but it’s not as fast or smooth as a DH bike.
If the durability on the Rumblefish is good, i’d seriously consider getting one. Anything will climb better than what I’m riding right now. Really the only thing I’d worry about is the frame strength. Mind you, I wouldn’t be doing any jumps or Dh resorts on it. Just normal XC riding and a bit of Moab.
Do you think the Rumble would hold up?

By: Jason Mitchell

Jason Mitchell — Tue, 12 Jan 2010 22:57:43 +0000

Jarred

For what it’s worth, the Rumblefish isn’t going to be to your liking if you are weight conscious. I’d go for the HiFi, but that’s just my opinion. The Rumblefish is a fun bike, don’t get me wrong, but it isn’t a super-fast machine like the HiFi or Superfly will be. Downhill it will scream, but as an all-around trailbike, I think there are better options in the 29er market.

By: Jarred musser

Jarred musser — Tue, 12 Jan 2010 20:23:54 +0000

I’m struggling between the purchase of a 2010 Hi-Fi Pro and 2010 Rumblefish I. I’m 5’10″, 160lbs and have been riding an 04 Cake 1. I’m looking for a 29″ bike that can eat up some rougher terrain but is weight conscious. I’m concerned about the Rumblefish I component group. The SLX derailleur and stock crank seem weak for the type of riding the bike is built for. For the extra $600 to geta Hi-Fi Pro it seems worth the shallower fork for the drive train upgrades and the Fox FIT system. I haven’t seem many reviews for the 2010 Hi-Fi Pro but I’ve read a lot of good things about the 2010 Rumblefish I. I’m not looking to spend more than $3,000. My local bike shop has GF bikes for 20% off now so I can get a decent deal.

Any advice you have would be great. Thanks!

By: Jason Mitchell

Jason Mitchell — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 20:20:51 +0000

Rick You are super-tall man! I'd have a hard time relating to that, but if you're looking at bikes for tall folks, 29ers are where its at. If you are coming from an old Stinky and want something more squishy, the Rumblefish could be a great option. I'd also throw in there the Niner RIP 9 and the WFO 9 if you want a true freeride 29er or the new Santa Cruz Tallboy. Heck, if you wanted to stick with Kona, the Hei Hei 2-9 is a great option that's also budget-friendly.

By: RickW

RickW — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 05:46:45 +0000

Hello team. I am 6’7” Tall (202cm), from New Zealand. I am considering the Rumblefish, I am coming from an old Kona Stinky (Freeride bike) – When I was in Canada riding on the north shore – So yes it would be a large step up. I have never riden a 29er but here great things about them, especially that they are great for tall riders. I was surprised that they make a 23inch version. Would that be the perfect size for me. I am never riden a ride like that and there are not many people in my size in New Zealand. I am considering the Paragon but think I would miss a full suspension. I do small jumps, mainly single track and may do the odd race but nothing to serious Are they any other giant riders out there. What are you guys riding? Any help appreciated. Cheers Rick

By: Jay

Jay — Thu, 17 Dec 2009 03:18:59 +0000

My local bike shop just got a 2010 Fisher HiFi 29 Deluxe. It looks just like the Rumblefish II. Unfortunately it’s a 21″, which is way to big for me to take it out for a spin