Confused about new mountain bikes

welshbrad
welshbrad Posts: 20
edited July 2009 in MTB buying advice
Hi,

I am looking at getting back into Mountain biking, I Currently have a older Stinky maybe 2002 ish (white and green) that I swapped with a mate but do not enjoy riding it, I find it hard work on the flat and really want a XC bike.

I have been reading your forums and have come up with a few potential options but wanted a expert opinion.

http://paulscycles.co.uk/products.php?plid=m1b0s2p1938l

http://www.wiggle.co.uk/p/cycle/7/Focus ... 360037560/

http://www.merlincycles.co.uk/custom-mo ... eluxe.html

I hear that the Boardman bikes are good but are worth getting over ones above.

Please help me.

thanks

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  • supersonic
    supersonic Posts: 82,708
    They are all good bikes in their own way, the Focus and Boardman being the best value. Saying that, the Comemncal has a hefty reduction.

    It is usually best to go and try a few out. Any shops local to you?
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  • welshbrad
    welshbrad Posts: 20
    I'm In west Wiltshire only really my local halfords and ttcycles which only really sell lapierre and giant.

    I could try Swindon, can you walk away with the boardman bikes or is there a long wait?
  • KnightofCydonia
    KnightofCydonia Posts: 957
    the combi deluxe is a lovely bike. It was only that the marin i eventually bought felt better in riding position that I didn't get it :)
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  • supersonic
    supersonic Posts: 82,708
    There has been some stock issues, but if they have one in stock, it is usually a 2 day build to pick up. Best to phone first, and see if you can try the display model.
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  • welshbrad
    welshbrad Posts: 20
    I have found this in Swindon.

    http://www.mitchellcycles.co.uk/offersShow.asp?ID=27

    Kona Hoss

    is it any good?
  • Flenser
    Flenser Posts: 372
    welshbrad wrote:
    I'm In west Wiltshire only really my local halfords and ttcycles which only really sell lapierre and giant.

    I could try Swindon, can you walk away with the boardman bikes or is there a long wait?

    If you can make it down to Stonehenge Cycles in Salisbury they've got Marins and Specialized to try out.

    Go on, make a day of it. :wink:
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  • Zeroman_IR
    Zeroman_IR Posts: 290
    welshbrad wrote:
    I have found this in Swindon.

    http://www.mitchellcycles.co.uk/offersShow.asp?ID=27

    Kona Hoss

    is it any good?

    The Kona Hoss is targeted at heavier riders IIRC, so the frame will be pretty burly for an XC bike. Fine if that's what you're looking for though. My vote goes with the Commencal.
  • Wacky Racer
    Wacky Racer Posts: 638
    On paper it's between the Combi and the Black Forest, I'd get on some and see what feels best. Both great buys.

    The Hoss is a good bike, but weighs a ton. Great for going down, but it'll hurt on the climbs.
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