Name: Giordano Libero
Brand: Giordano
Availability: InStock
Rating: 80 (234 reviews)

80/100

BikeRide Score

Users (234 ratings)

Experts (0 reviews)

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Facts

Gender

Men, Women

Type

Beginners, Endurance Road, Road, Non-Electric

Release Year

Brand

Wheel Size

Number of Gears

Gearing Type

Weight

25.0 lb

Suspension

None

Brake Type

Rim: Caliper

Frame Material

Aluminum

Summary of Reviews

We have read all expert and user reviews on the Giordano Libero. In summary, this is what cyclists think.

6 reasons to buy

The appearance and finish of the Libero drew positive comments from buyers.

For a complete, road-ready bike, the Giordano is considered to be at the lowest end of the price range.

The 6061 aluminum frame is seen as light and sturdy, considering the low cost.

A large number of reviewers were drawn to the Libero as a starter bike for road cycling, when they weren’t sure if they were going to pursue cycling as a long-term hobby.

The STI shifters were a feature that wasn’t expected on such an inexpensive bike.

When rolling, the Libero gave a smooth ride and good control to most.

9 reasons not to buy

Almost every review mentioned that the saddle was uncomfortable.

The purchaser can assemble the bike themselves but it will require adjustment at your local bike store.

More than one user mentioned that cranks sheared from their thread, came loose or snapped.

Brake force is generally seen as weak and most riders recommended replacing brakes and brake-pads.

The bike arrived with missing / faulty parts, incorrect assembly or damage in a few instances.

In most instances, reviewers disliked the tires and saw them as low quality and lacking durability.

Although the STI shifters are an advanced design, they often struck riders as clunky.

Despite being lighter than some commuters, the Libero is heavy for its intended use as a racing bike.

A number of users found that the chain rubbed along the chainguard.

Bottom line

The Libero provides an option for low-cost entry into road-riding, at the very bottom of the price-range. While this bike isn’t seen as professional in any sense, it was well regarded by those that wanted to use it as an introduction into cycling as a sport. Most reviewers were in agreement that the Libero could do with some personal upgrades because components sometimes failed or were short-lasting. However, because of the very low price of the bike, it was generally rated favorably.