Help with one of these possibilities.

Johnny Napalm
Johnny Napalm Posts: 1,458
edited April 2008 in MTB buying advice
Just looking into the possibilty of getting one of the following. I can't spend a great deal (approx. £700) because I've only just got my new HT.

Which would be the best to consider...and would it be worth it?

Norco Fluid 3 Bike (2007)

Giant Trance 3 (2005)

Giant Trance 3 (2007)

Giant Anthem 3 (2007)

Kona Coiler (2006)

Cheers
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Comments

  • supersonic
    supersonic Posts: 82,708
    What riding? Different styles of bikes there.
  • Johnny Napalm
    Johnny Napalm Posts: 1,458
    Hi, Super.

    Sorry, mate...I always leave out the important bit! :oops:

    I tend to try and ride a bit of everything...although the I'm no DH demon. I'd like something that can do a little bit of everything. I do love climbing hills though, so it would need to be relatively light.

    I realise that I'll get what I pay for, but I'm toying with the idea of buying a full suss. I've just purchased the new 'Rocky Ridge', so I can't be spending a fortune on a full suss if I do actually get one.

    Then again, I'm also wondering if it would actually be worth it?
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  • supersonic
    supersonic Posts: 82,708
    I'd ride the Rocky Ridge for a bit! See how you get on, its a capable bike.

    Anthem is light, but very racey with the steep angles and light weight kit. One to consider if you are a skilled rider to get the best from it - wont have the damage limitation of more travel, nor the stability of slacker angles.

    Fluid 3 is a lot different, with the 140mm of travel, and the Coiler even more extreme. Both would be heavier.
  • Johnny Napalm
    Johnny Napalm Posts: 1,458
    Thanks, Supersonic.
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    Mongoose Teocali Super