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Carrera Vengeance Mountain Bike 2011/2012 - Extra Large 22"

The Carrera Vengeance Mountain Bike features 24-speed gears with SRAM trigger shifters for relaible and consistant gear changing performance.
Average Customer Rating:
4.656 out of 5
4.7
 out of 
5
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5 stars
24
4 stars
7
3 stars
0
2 stars
0
1 star
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31 of 32(97%)customers would recommend this product to a friend 
Customer Questions & Answers:
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Customer Reviews for Carrera Vengeance Mountain Bike 2011/2012 - Extra Large 22"
Review 1 for Carrera Vengeance Mountain Bike 2011/2012 - Extra Large 22"
Overall Rating 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
AN OUTSTANDING BIKE!!!,
May 11, 2013
By Anonymous
from Manchester
Quality 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Value 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Performance 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
"I initially bought Carrera Virtuoso Road Bike 20" which I thought was a great bike but felt not big enough for me though-1.94m tall. Then, I was advised by a friend who knows lots about bikes to think of adding a mountain bike to the road bike I just bought to be able to go off roads or I should go swap my new road bike for a mountain bike if I planned to have only one bike. I saw reasons to his suggestions and decided to swap the road bike for the Carrera Vengeance which fortunately has 22" in his sizes, million thanks to the great customer services of the Halfords guys for the easy and smooth swapping!
Honestly, it feels better riding on the Vengeance than the Virtuoso. It's truly great and fun to ride on. It takes on hills firmly with ease that I really got excited to now always want to go everywhere with it. That is truly amazing for a 36yr old man who last rode on a bike in his early 20s. Brilliant brilliant bike!!!
"
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Age Group: 35 - 44
Gender: Male
Attitude to Shopping: Quality Seeker - I'd rather spend a little extra on something if I know its going to last
Family: I'm Single - With Children
Type of Cyclist: Commuting
Other hobbies: Camping
How many bikes: 1
Which Store did you visit? MANCHESTER FORT
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Review 2 for Carrera Vengeance Mountain Bike 2011/2012 - Extra Large 22"
Overall Rating 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
GOOD BIKE FOR BIGGER GUYS...,
May 04, 2013
By zydcom
from East London
Quality 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Value 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Performance 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Pros: size, colour, brakes
Cons: sadlle
""Excellent service in Chadwell Heath halfords by Joe,would Recommend to anyone. Good Knowledge & Advice on Bikes""
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Age Group: 35 - 44
Gender: Male
Attitude to Shopping: Quality Seeker - I'd rather spend a little extra on something if I know its going to last
Family: I'm Living with Partner/Spouse - With Children
Type of Cyclist: Just for fun
Other hobbies: Camping
How many bikes: 1
Which Store did you visit? CHADWELL HEATH
+1point
1out of 1found this review helpful.
Review 3 for Carrera Vengeance Mountain Bike 2011/2012 - Extra Large 22"
Overall Rating 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Got very good brakes,
April 25, 2013
By Anonymous
from Orby, Skegness
Quality 
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
Value 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Performance 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
"With in 15 mins I had a call to say my bike was in store and ready for pick they asked what acc I wanted and if I wanted them fitted.the man also tools me about the bike care plan I told them when I wanted the bike and it was all ready for me when I got there very happy indeed"
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Age Group: 35 - 44
Gender: Male
Attitude to Shopping: Quality Seeker - I'd rather spend a little extra on something if I know its going to last
Family: I'm Living with Partner/Spouse - With Children
Type of Cyclist: Commuting
Other hobbies: Cycling
How many bikes: 3
Which Store did you visit? SKEGNESS
+2points
2out of 2found this review helpful.
Review 4 for Carrera Vengeance Mountain Bike 2011/2012 - Extra Large 22"
Overall Rating 
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
good all rounder,
April 21, 2013
By mathew56
from edinburgh
Quality 
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
Value 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Performance 
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
"After much deliberation on which bike to purchase I found this one to be the best value for money. It has high spec parts excluding the front forks which do the job but could be better but for what was paid it is a great little bike and very comfortable to ride."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Age Group: 25 - 34
Gender: Male
Attitude to Shopping: Value for Money - I like things to be as cheap as possible
Family: I'm Living with Partner/Spouse - With Children
Type of Cyclist: Just for fun
Other hobbies: Running / Athletics
How many bikes: 1
Which Store did you visit? EDINBURGH, SEAFIELD
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Review 5 for Carrera Vengeance Mountain Bike 2011/2012 - Extra Large 22"
Overall Rating 
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
Bike Review,
April 14, 2013
By Ryziger
from West Midlands
Quality 
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
Value 
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
Performance 
3 out of 5
3 out of 5
"Great Bike - quick and easy order and pick up. Set up the bike to fit really quickly"
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Age Group: 25 - 34
Gender: Male
Attitude to Shopping: Value for Money - I like things to be as cheap as possible
Family: I'm Living with Partner/Spouse - With Children
Type of Cyclist: Just for fun
Other hobbies: Cycling
How many bikes: 3
Which Store did you visit? GRAVESEND
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Review 6 for Carrera Vengeance Mountain Bike 2011/2012 - Extra Large 22"
Overall Rating 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
CARRERA VENGEANCE!!!!!!!!!,
April 03, 2013
By sdavid
from Durham
Quality 
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
Value 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Performance 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Pros: smooth gears
"A great bike in a great price. I am very happy !! Great service at Halfords store,guys in the shop very helpful and friendly -big + for customer care."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Age Group: 25 - 34
Gender: Male
Attitude to Shopping: Quality Seeker - I'd rather spend a little extra on something if I know its going to last
Family: I'm Living with Partner/Spouse - With Children
Type of Cyclist: Just for fun
Other hobbies: Fishing
How many bikes: 2
Which Store did you visit? DURHAM
+2points
2out of 2found this review helpful.
Review 7 for Carrera Vengeance Mountain Bike 2011/2012 - Extra Large 22"
Overall Rating 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
A must buy,
April 03, 2013
By Stuart26
from Chorley
Quality 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Value 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Performance 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Pros: gears, brakes, service
"I bought this bike for general fitness and recreational use and I could not have chosen a better bike. Brilliant off road capabilities and just as good on the road too. Tigger gear shifters makes changing gears effortless, and disc brakes give me the reliability of knowing I can stop suddenly and safely.
The staff at halfords chorley was very helpful and well equipped with product knowledge in choosing the accessories to go with the bike, along with doing the all the bike safety checks before I took it out of the store.
Many thanks halfords keep it up!! From one very happy customer,
Stuart"
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Age Group: 25 - 34
Gender: Male
Attitude to Shopping: Quality Seeker - I'd rather spend a little extra on something if I know its going to last
Family: I'm Single - With No Children
Type of Cyclist: Just for fun
Other hobbies: Running / Athletics
How many bikes: 1
Which Store did you visit? CHORLEY
+4points
4out of 4found this review helpful.
Review 8 for Carrera Vengeance Mountain Bike 2011/2012 - Extra Large 22"
Overall Rating 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Great acceleration,
April 02, 2013
By Jasveer
from London
Quality 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Value 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Performance 
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
Pros: acceleration
"This cycle has got great acceleration- very fast from stand still. The wheels on this cycle are fat, hence it is quite slow once in motion- so this is not an ideal commuter bike to work.For that you are better off with a racer or hybrid with thin wheels. Otherwise the slow cruising speed will be fustrating for you. On the positive side, if your road has many pot holes, this bike will absorb the bumps very well and protect the bike from damage. As well as the fat tyres although not good for speed, do make the bike more robust and hence longer lastiing. The front suspension does not lock so once again, the front suspension will absorb a lot of your energy hence slowing yopu down again. The grey colour looks excellent and it certainly has teh wow factor.
Although, because the paintwork looks so awsome, it takes a lot longer to lock it because wull will b worried about damaging the paintwork with a D lock!
The sale price is a fair price. This bike isn't an allrounder so I still use my apollo code as a commuter bike for work as it is faster and has front and rear baskets. Plus i dont have to worry about it once its locked -worry about theft or the rain! It best to have two cycles a mountain bike and racer/hybrid. My apollo code tends to get punctured every 4 months so its great having the vengence of standby as in the morning i have no time to repair the punture otherwise i will be late for work. You also cannot put a basket on the vengence as it looks too cool to do that. As mentioned b4 the code has no usspension so is faster despite the steel frame.
"
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Age Group: 35 - 44
Gender: Male
Attitude to Shopping: Quality Seeker - I'd rather spend a little extra on something if I know its going to last
Family: I'm Living with Partner/Spouse - With Children
Type of Cyclist: Commuting
Other hobbies: Camping
How many bikes: 2
Which Store did you visit? HAYES
0points
1out of 2found this review helpful.
Review 9 for Carrera Vengeance Mountain Bike 2011/2012 - Extra Large 22"
Overall Rating 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Carrera Vengeance XL,
April 02, 2013
By TigerPete
from Hull
Quality 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Value 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Performance 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Pros: styling, light weight, brakes
"Originally bought the Centos Limited Edition but this was too small for me (6'3"). Spoke to Lloyd who couldn't be more helpful - an hour later I had swapped to the Vengeance with the 2" larger frame (& arguably a better specification). Great products, and fantastic service. Thanks again."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Age Group: 45 - 54
Gender: Male
Family: I'm Living with Partner/Spouse - With Children
Type of Cyclist: Family Time
How many bikes: 2
Which Store did you visit? HULL, CLOUGH ROAD
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Review 10 for Carrera Vengeance Mountain Bike 2011/2012 - Extra Large 22"
Overall Rating 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
carrera vengeance,
April 01, 2013
By bounds123
from merthyr tydfil
Quality 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Value 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Performance 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Pros: gears, suspension, frame, tyres
Cons: seat
"i think this carrera vengeance is a excellent bike for it,s value and its the best bike i have bought from halfords because previous bikes have broke within a week i have had this bike three months without a fault brilliant amount of gears good suspension good bike for on-off road highly recommended very light bike perfect for fast speeds up hill"
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Age Group: Under 25
Gender: Male
Attitude to Shopping: Quality Seeker - I'd rather spend a little extra on something if I know its going to last
Family: I'm Single - With No Children
Type of Cyclist: Serious Cyclist
Other hobbies: Fishing
How many bikes: 2
Which Store did you visit? MERTHYR TYDFIL
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Review 11 for Carrera Vengeance Mountain Bike 2011/2012 - Extra Large 22"
Overall Rating 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
great bike,
March 28, 2013
By manutd123
Quality 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Value 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Performance 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Pros: gears seat
Cons: none
"This bike is great for the taller person its very comfy to ride"
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Age Group: 45 - 54
Attitude to Shopping: Value for Money - I like things to be as cheap as possible
Type of Cyclist: Commuting
How many bikes: 1
0points
0out of 0found this review helpful.
Review 12 for Carrera Vengeance Mountain Bike 2011/2012 - Extra Large 22"
Overall Rating 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Quality bike for any level of cyclist,
March 04, 2013
By don22
from london
Quality 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Value 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Performance 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Pros: suitable for off road and road use
Cons: the seat is a bit hard
"I bought this bike last year and it hasnt let me down once. Light but very durable so it is suitable for road use or trail use. I'd recommend."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Age Group: Under 25
Gender: Male
Attitude to Shopping: Quality Seeker - I'd rather spend a little extra on something if I know its going to last
Family: I'm Single - With No Children
Type of Cyclist: Just for fun
Other hobbies: Cycling
How many bikes: 1
Which Store did you visit? ELLESMERE PORT
+1point
2out of 3found this review helpful.
Review 13 for Carrera Vengeance Mountain Bike 2011/2012 - Extra Large 22"
Overall Rating 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Carrera Vengeance,
March 01, 2013
By StevenJ25
from Portsmouth
Quality 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Value 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Performance 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
"I got this bike last March, It has been riden 3 - 4 times a week average of 15 miles per ride of road & road biking as well.
The bike is superb it has never let me down yet. I stopped riding her in november & went back to my Carrera Vulcan with road tyres, I took her out the other day for a quick ride & it was like riding a brand new bike again cannot wait till the weather gets better to get back on the Carrera Vengence love this bike.
"
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Age Group: 35 - 44
Gender: Male
Attitude to Shopping: Quality Seeker - I'd rather spend a little extra on something if I know its going to last
Type of Cyclist: Serious Cyclist
Other hobbies: Camping
How many bikes: 2
Which Store did you visit? GOSPORT
+8points
8out of 8found this review helpful.
Review 14 for Carrera Vengeance Mountain Bike 2011/2012 - Extra Large 22"
Overall Rating 
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
Good value,
February 08, 2013
By Easyrider41
from Chelmsford
Quality 
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
Value 
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
Performance 
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
Pros: feels solid
Cons: no gel seat as standard
"Great bike nice ride good customer service Braintree branch"
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Age Group: 35 - 44
Gender: Male
Attitude to Shopping: Quality Seeker - I'd rather spend a little extra on something if I know its going to last
Family: I'm Living with Partner/Spouse - With Children
Type of Cyclist: Just for fun
How many bikes: More than 3
-2points
0out of 2found this review helpful.
Review 15 for Carrera Vengeance Mountain Bike 2011/2012 - Extra Large 22"
Overall Rating 
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
Good Quality,
February 06, 2013
By darceyboy
Quality 
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
Value 
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
Performance 
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
Pros: lightweight
Cons: doesn't have a quick release seat
"Needed a bike to get to work and to use off trail sometimes. Fits the bill well and rides really nicely"
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
-1point
0out of 1found this review helpful.
Review 16 for Carrera Vengeance Mountain Bike 2011/2012 - Extra Large 22"
Overall Rating 
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
Carrera Vengeane,
January 20, 2013
By Plus43
from northampton
Quality 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Value 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Performance 
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
"Ive had this bike since October used it every weekend for bout 2months since had this snow havent been out excelent bike and had good service from halfords Northampton be using it lot more when this weather clears."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Age Group: 35 - 44
Gender: Male
Attitude to Shopping: Value for Money - I like things to be as cheap as possible
Family: I'm Living with Partner/Spouse - With Children
Type of Cyclist: Just for fun
How many bikes: 2
+6points
6out of 6found this review helpful.
Review 17 for Carrera Vengeance Mountain Bike 2011/2012 - Extra Large 22"
Overall Rating 
1 out of 5
1 out of 5
rubbish,
January 08, 2013
By den1967
from shropshire
Quality 
1 out of 5
1 out of 5
Value 
1 out of 5
1 out of 5
Performance 
1 out of 5
1 out of 5
"road this bike from new less than quarter of a mile and the chain came off and wrapped itself round crank took ages to put right but gears are jumping"
Would you recommend this product to a friend? No
Age Group: 45 - 54
Gender: Male
Type of Cyclist: Just for fun
How many bikes: 2
-27points
4out of 35found this review helpful.
Review 18 for Carrera Vengeance Mountain Bike 2011/2012 - Extra Large 22"
Overall Rating 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
first class service!,
January 03, 2013
By Turkish
from cumbria
Quality 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Value 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Performance 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Pros: the customer service at the dunfermline store.
Cons: the customer service at the kirkcaldy store where.
"A really nice bike for someone who wants quality at a reasonable price. With thanks to Gary and Gavin at the Dunfermline bike hut who used no pressure selling and had the bike ready to collect in less than 2 hours with the accessories fitted."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Age Group: 25 - 34
Gender: Male
Family: I'm Living with Partner/Spouse - No Children
Type of Cyclist: Just for fun
Other hobbies: Camping
How many bikes: 1
+3points
4out of 5found this review helpful.
Review 19 for Carrera Vengeance Mountain Bike 2011/2012 - Extra Large 22"
Overall Rating 
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
impressed with the weight of this bike,
December 29, 2012
By GRC48
from Telford
Quality 
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
Value 
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
Performance 
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
Pros: overall weight
Cons: saddle too narrow
"I have previously owned lesser quality bikes and not enjoyed my times spent in the saddle! I can honestly say that the few hours I have spent on this bike so far have been, I am most impressed with the weight for such a large bike (22" frame) this in turn, along with the gearing, really makes for easy enjoyable cycling on our local undulating terrain, I am now confident in using the disc brakes, a big improvement on the old 'V' type brakes with blocks, the braking system being rather 'positive', my only gripe has to be the saddle, could be a wider type, has proved to be painful but sure I will get used to it."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Age Group: 45 - 54
Gender: Male
Attitude to Shopping: Quality Seeker - I'd rather spend a little extra on something if I know its going to last
Family: I'm Living with Partner/Spouse - With Children
Type of Cyclist: Just for fun
Other hobbies: Fishing
How many bikes: 3
+4points
5out of 6found this review helpful.
Review 20 for Carrera Vengeance Mountain Bike 2011/2012 - Extra Large 22"
Overall Rating 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
More than exceeds my expectations !,
October 18, 2012
By Bernardo65
from Broadclyst, Exeter, Devon.
Quality 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Value 
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Performance 
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
Pros: the quality & finish.
"I`ve now had this MTB for a few weeks now & for the type of riding that I do (country lanes & the odd trail) its ideal. For the price that I paid the quality is excellent . Many thanks to the staff at Exeter (Rydon Lane) for their help & knowlege."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Age Group: 65 & Over
Gender: Male
Attitude to Shopping: Quality Seeker - I'd rather spend a little extra on something if I know its going to last
Family: I'm Living with Partner/Spouse - No Children
Type of Cyclist: Just for fun
Other hobbies: Running / Athletics
How many bikes: 1
+8points
8out of 8found this review helpful.
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