Giordano Trieste Gravel Bike - Super Budget - $235 - First Look

[@cunvericht]

Liking this bike so far. Had a Giordana in the 90s but just branded by the clothing company

[@timothytrogdon5647]

Good down to earth review evaluating a budget bike similar to a bike you might find in Walmart. But with a discount code and slightly better components than other bikes costing more a very good value. And the bike actually looks good in gray and I got the small frame as they are sized a little larger than specified - I am 5' 9" and the smaller frame does shave some weight off. As always the three simplest and affordable improvements are the three contact points - saddle, hand grips, and pedals. For under $70 you can get a really nice seat, platform pedals, and nice double lock grips and your ride will be vastly improved. As he points out the bike needs some basic adjustments which may include having the front fork aligned to fit wheel better and having the derailleur hangar adjusted (aligned) - very easy to do at a bike shop for a low cost with the proper tool. The integrated brake/shifter levers really make it an excellent value also.

[@purplepanther730]

How does the small fit for you? I am just under 5ft 10 Looking at getting one for a commuter, I was confused by the size chart on Giordano's website. The top tube seemed very long for a size "small" bike.

[@guambra2001]

That’s a heck of a deal. I’m really tempted for sure.

[@aaronbehindbars]

Do it!

[@vicrattlehead8665]

I’ve been wanting a new bike for years after I got sick of a fixed gear I got for stupid cheap, and I don’t want to cruise on my bmx hahah. I’ve been thinking about geared bikes like this and I even dreamt of it last night. I bought one just now… can’t wait 😂

[@acrocketsfan]

Seems like a good value. I had just looked at it before viewing this. At the original price, not sure, but at this price, I think I'm going to give it a try. Looking for good road bike mainly that could hit gravel occasionally. Not confident in the Ozark Trail.

[@MrWartser]

thanks for the heads up on the coupon code. this bike is currently only $250. with the code, that's down to $187.50! i had to pay tax, though, dunno how you got out of that.

[@claudiofiero8523]

Interesting bike, especially considering the price. I'd consider swapping the rear derailleur for an MTB one, like Acera or Alivio, if compatible, in order to accomodate a more gravel-like cassette, and maybe an MTB crankset as well, like 40-26 or 46/30 from Tourney, Altus or Cues, to keep it cheap. It will be uglier and with Q-factor and chainline messed up, but more usable on climbs. Got a steel road bike myself with similar equipment, except for rim brakes, so reduced tire clearance, up to 32 I'd say, and the 50/34 cranks feel a bit too much for my legs, the 46/30 is something i'm seriously considering

[@aaronbehindbars]

New video update coming shortly to address these very things! Stay tuned!

[@jeffk2481]

That's actually a pretty awesome chromoly bike

[@waktosha7378]

I like this bike being chromoly, but I hate the bars, and the lack of attachment points a real gravel bike should have. As much as I would love to get a chromo gravel bike, I already have the G.1 Explorer and even though it is aluminium which I don't really like,it is a great bike! I really like all the attachment points, the flared bars, and all the cheap parts just work great! Even my stock brakes, with plenty of adjustments, work well. The G.1 Explorer is a really good looking bike too.

[@aaronbehindbars]

This bike is an all-road bike masquerading as a gravel bike. A road bike that can hit a gravel road or trail is a nice thing, though. I had a really nice carbon frame Specialized Diverge I sold 3 years ago due to ongoing shoulder and elbow pain on my left side, so this cheapo Giordano is just an experiment to see if I have any business riding a drop bar bike anymore. The Diverge had flared bars and I didn't find them better or worse than non-flared drop bars. I do like the extra width, though. I didn't mean to sound overly negative about the Ozark Trail. A lot of people seem to really like them and I think they serve their purpose well. My biggest gripes on it are the freewheel rear hub and lack of a large frame size (at least for now). Interestingly enough, Ozark Trail just released a flat bar version of the G1 Explorer which is available in a large frame and has a freehub rear wheel with an 8 speed cassette. Your point about the lack of attachment points is valid. I don't have any plans to load a bike up with all the different cages, racks, bags, etc. Therefore, it isn't a big deal for me. The average buyer of one of these is probably going to use it for shorter rides. Thanks for watching and I appreciate your comment!