Specialized Stumpjumper FSR or FSR XC ??

giles.thurston

Ok, I'm in the market for my first FS, have been riding hard-tail for years. I bike all over the UK with the most strenuous stuff being the occasional visit to the Lakes and N Wales, I prefer single-track so am mainly looking for a XC bike.

I had almost made the decision to go for the Specialized FSR XC Comp, have had a demo ride and loved it. But was wondering whether I should consider paying the extra and going for the Stumpjumper FSR instead. What do people think? Will the FSR XC be ok for my needs or should I be opting for the Stumpjumper FSR. Been looking at so many sites and magazines that I am beginning to confuse myself, so some outside advice would be appreciated

cheers

Giles

Scubar

The Stumpy is much better spec and with the price drops you should be able to pick one up in the region of £1200 now. Give it a test ride though just to make sure, higher price doesnt always make it feel better to ride.

RideTheLakes

I would definitely pay the extra and get the FSR. The XC is a budget full susser and compared to the FSR it really feels like it. I demoed both although it was a couple of years ago.

You won't regret the extra cash paid!

DSA244

I was going to buy the XC but also tried the Stumpy FSR Comp and loved it so bought one - no regrets. As above the spec is far better, the FSR has the M5 frame rather than the M4 on the XC, better brakes, better rear shock and fork etc etc.

Not sure where you live but my LBS is selling the Stumpy for £1369 cash, but as above the sales will kick in soon meaning you will get a good deal and so much more for your money.

I would also look at the ride to work scheme if your work will take part, I saved a bundle through this.

All I can say is test ride your favourite, but the Stumpy is a much better bike for a little extra.

giles.thurston

Thanks for that guys, all feedback appreciated. Looks like the Stumpjumper it is

Can anybody give me heads up on any good deals at the moment? All the ones I keep finding are sold out in my size (large)

cheers

Giles

DSA244

£1350 Unfortunately it's Evans who can be annoying, but a good price.

http://www.evanscycles.com/product.jsp?style=70134

Also £1349

http://www.bikescene.co.uk/variation.php?model=72

Again

http://www.cyclestore.co.uk/productDeta ... egoryID=58

£1299

http://www.thetristore.com/view_product ... pecialized

Happy hunting

Scubar

Yea Evans have them on sale, pop in to a local one and give it a test ride.

GMARS70970

Dales cycles are selling stumpjumper for £1199.99 with interest free credit if interested.I demo'd the stumpy last week and loved it. I'm seriously thinking of buying 1 also.
http://www.dalescycles.com/ProductDetai ... JFSRCOMP07

DSA244

It's only in small at Dales though. There a one or two sites at this price, but either sold out or just have small.

giles.thurston

DSA244 wrote:

It's only in small at Dales though. There a one or two sites at this price, but either sold out or just have small.

Spoke to them earlier and yes only a small. Having a similar problem, better offers but no bikes

GMARS70970

Dales had 5 mediums on Friday. I had 1 out and they said they had 4 in stock.Don't know about the large tho.

giles.thurston

GMARS70970 wrote:

Dales had 5 mediums on Friday. I had 1 out and they said they had 4 in stock.Don't know about the large tho.

No as I said, I spoke to them tonight and they only have small left

Neily03

I was originally looking at he XC Comp but then saw the Stumpy FSR comp and was immediatly won over but then i took out a Stumpy FSR Expert for the day and loved it but it was more than i wanted to spend (rrp £1999) so bought a Stumpy FSR Elite and pick it up this saturday. 8) :twisted: 8)