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- ********0
sorry for all the questions, but hey...which of these model lines is good for trail riding?
http://www.cannondale.com/bikes/…- no clue, Find a dealer and try em out. They all ride/feel a bit different.monNom
- monNom0
This looks like a pretty good value too: ~$1500 dunno your price range.
http://www.specialized.com/bc/SB…
- 5timuli0
This was my old bike - weighed about 600 lbs, climbing was like being on a pogo stick. I loved it though, I MISS YOU, WHEREVER YOU ARE!
- 5timuli0
If you can afford one, get a Turner 5-spot... they're the shit!
- 5timuli0
Nicolai Nonius CC
- 5timuli0
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- 5timuli0
Nicolai Helius CC - check the paint job! Nice!
- metal_leg_will0
Happy with last year's Rocky Mnt. Element 30. Great XC, technical singletrack bike.
- metal_leg_will0
For a pure singletrack experience, you could consider a 29er.
- zarkonite0
http://www.trekbikes.com/int/en/…
This bike is the best =) That frame pretty much won all the awards last year... been riding one since summer '08 and it's amazing.
XC bikes are the lightest/fastest bikes. They are meant for trail riding. All Mountain bikes are similar but heavier and stronger. They are built to take more hits.
I don't think you don't need to know about any other types if you want to go single track riding...
My only advice: In the end, you get what you paid for.
- I had a Fuel in 2002. It rode pretty well but the parts seemed cheap.********
- the 08 and up are a complete redesign, the ABP floating rear suspension is a work of art.zarkonite
- I had a Fuel in 2002. It rode pretty well but the parts seemed cheap.
- The_CCG0
Here's my advice.
Riding a heavy bike sucks. Unless you are going to plop down $3500 (USD) or more for a full suspension, you're going to be dragging around an anchor. Or you can just stop eating all those tacos.
If you don't know the difference between a XC bike and and DH bike (or an all mtn bike for that matter), chances are you don't ride much. And if you are like the majority of Americans that buy bikes, you're likely to spend a mint on something you'll barely ride.
If you're on the taller side (6' or more) look at 29ers. They roll fast, help you roll over bumps better than a 26" tire will and offer a little more cushion/suspension than a 26" bike (your rims / hoops act as springs).
Think about a less expensive Aluminun frame. They're wicked light and you can get better components for less money since you're not tossing it on the carbon.
I'm a huge fan of the new Gary Fisher G2 geometry that you can find on bikes like the Paragon or the Superfly ($$$ but SWEEET).
my 2 cents, don't waste you money just because you want the most dope bike out there. Buy something that's quality, bang it around for a season or two and if you still dig it, make a good investment.
- I used to bike a lot but that was back in '95. So I'm a noob all over again.********
- I rode my friend's G2 geometry Rig and was really, really impressed. It almost made me buy another bike.mrboywonder
- +++ that's great advicezarkonite
- I used to bike a lot but that was back in '95. So I'm a noob all over again.
- formed0
That's true - if you only have a few hundred to spend, then skip full suspension.
My SC Blur comes in at about 29-30 lbs (medium), but also cost about 3500.
One thing to consider is resale. "Custom" bikes, like Santa Cruz or Titus or Turner will keep their values much better because they don't change much. Specialized, Giant, Trek, etc., all change every year, from new paint jobs to wacky suspension solutions.
- gradiate0
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I ride a Kona Hoss but if I had some money to spare (sub £1k territory) I would buy a Charge Duster.
- Rodimus790
I got a Trek 4300 Disc (hardtail) fairly cheap. Decent frame (albeit a bit heavy), but some of the components suck. I replaced the tires and seat/seatpost so far. I've done a decent amount of trail riding so far and it rides well.
- de4k0
my current steed:
Had the Orange p7 (hardtail) prev and loved that too.
A mate just finished building a Santa Cruz Heckler from scratch also, which is v nice.
- stewart0
Avoid the discs. Too much zzinggg-sounds and maintenance.
I have HS33 for years now, without any maintenance, well except changing the little rubber blocks every now and then.- disagreeNightshade
- disks are amazing, no noise or maintenance on mine (XTs)formed
- hahaha um yeah ignore this advice.horton
