What mountain bike to buy, and how much to spend?

drexle
drexle Posts: 24
edited September 2009 in MTB buying advice
I need some advice on what mountain bike to purchase and how much to spend. This question has probably been asked a trillion times, but i was getting bogged down trawling through web-sites so i thought i would ask some people who know. I have decided on a hardtail, i am looking for a bike to ride cross country, designated bike courses and generally to and from work. My price range is 5-6 hundred pounds but could push it a bit if a good deal is to be had. Originally i had my heart set on a santa cruz chameleon untill i saw the price tag and that most british dealers only sold the frame. Ive read that Specialized is a safe bet for price and spec rockhopper mainly but i feel there has got to be something better out there. I am more or less a beginner but want something to get me back in the saddle, any suggestions or tips would be much appreciated.

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  • browse around and see what bikes take your fancy, if you are not into serious biking and want a decent bike to get out and about on and still have fun, then a hardtail will be fine.

    plenty of choice out there, and 2010 models have made the 09 models bargains to be had.
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  • RealMan
    RealMan Posts: 2,166
    Originally i had my heart set on a santa cruz chameleon untill i saw the price tag and that most british dealers only sold the frame. Ive read that Specialized is a safe bet for price and spec rockhopper mainly but i feel there has got to be something better out there.

    Had both. Loved both. Very different bikes though. Sounds like the rockhopper would be right for you.
  • I'm looking for my 1st M/bike, always been a Roadie!! Got to say Merlin are taking my eye! The Malt 4 is under 800, and looks good value to my inexperienced eyes!!..........Waits to be shotdown :?
  • I was in the same situation as you a couple of months ago. I got a Giant XTC 3 2009. They are £550 at most places. I love it to bits so recommend having a test ride on one.
  • Rockhoppers are great because they are affordable and totally upgradeable to much higher spec. Couldn't recommend a bike more than the hopper.

    Though I have always wanted a Chameleon.......

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