Commencal meta 5.5.2 2009

digger_decks
digger_decks Posts: 31
edited January 2009 in MTB buying advice
Hi, I'm looking for a full suspension bike mainly for riding trails mostly at dalby. I am looking at the commencal meta 5.5.2 which u can get for £1670. Any thoughts on this bike, any one own one or any suggestions for other bikes.
I already own a focus raven hardtail so I have a bike for xc use when i need it.

Cheers :D:):lol:

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  • ChingfordMarin
    ChingfordMarin Posts: 175
    Hello

    Where have you seen it for that price?

    Its meant to be very good if you like the paint job of it
    Marin Nail Trail with a few modifications...

    http://fatmongoose.pinkbike.com/album/Marin/
  • The Northern Monkey
    The Northern Monkey Posts: 19,174
    what colour s it this year? pics? i loved the white and green ones.
    Santa Cruz Butcher
  • pdid
    pdid Posts: 1,065
    I just ordered the Merlin Custom Meta 5 with a few upgrades. IMO better spec for less money. Its very bright green so is a bit like marmite, i loved it, some may hate it.

    Also consider the UK spec A bit more money and not as well specced as the Merlin, but has a 15mm Fox fork for the Fox whores amongst us :D

    Phil
    Commie Meta 5
    Rock Lobster
  • sjansma
    sjansma Posts: 35
    digger_decks wrote:
    Hi, I'm looking for a full suspension bike mainly for riding trails mostly at dalby. I am looking at the commencal meta 5.5.2 which u can get for £1670. Any thoughts on this bike, any one own one or any suggestions for other bikes.
    I already own a focus raven hardtail so I have a bike for xc use when i need it.

    Cheers :D:):lol:

    Hi,

    The 5.5.2 is a fantastic bike, I am always looking for excuses to get out and ride it
    The .2 comes in white, the .1 comes in green and the 2009 UK spec is black and green this year.
    Merlin do it for a fantastic price, but also check to see if your local bike shop does a price match - most will, so you will end up getting the bike you want all set up for you
    ...................................................................................................

    www.justgiving.co.uk/simonjansma
  • Newbe0n
    Newbe0n Posts: 1
    Hi, I have the 2009 5.5.2 (White and Green) and although no expert it makes you feel like one. The only slight criticism is that it is quite heavy but still a very capable climer. The downhills are simply mind blowing and the bike laps up what ever you can throw at it. Like the previous poster I am always looking for excuses to ride it.

    Sounds like you have a great price too.

    The following review might be useful:
    http://www.bikeradar.com/gear/category/ ... 2-09-19714

    Go for it, you won't regret it!

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