Another which bike question?

matt1eg

Hi

I am looking to replace my Kona Stinky that was nicked and have little hope in retrieving. I bought the Stinky when I was younger but it was definately over kill. Was at an age where it looked cool and it was cheapish (2nd hand) so thought why not.

Now I'm looking for a good all rounder as I mainly go to trail centres. I do like to push it on the dh sections though so need something fairly strong.

Now I have seen 2 bikes that are very different quality but are both in budget just about (1 is new other is 2nd hand). These are an 08 Coilair (£800) and an 08 Teocali Comp(£600). Now I understand that the spec on the coilair will undoubtly be superior but is it too much for an ametuer rider and could it be too heavy for climbing? Or would it be crazy to get the Teocali?

Sorry if this is stupid question jsut just thought I'd see what people have to say.

Cheers for your help

supersonic

The Coilair is undoubtedly more suited to the DH sections, but the Teocali would be lighter and better for the rest - and still probably too much bike for the majority of riding at trail centres!

But why not look at the more expensive Monggoses?

http://www.paulscycles.co.uk/products.p ... 1504&rs=gb

http://www.winstanleysbikes.co.uk/produ ... Incomplete

If you are willing to spend £800 or so.

matt1eg

Thanks for the reply. I had a look at both, sadly the Super 07 isn't complete so would end costing well above my budget. The Elite looks like a good deal though. But if you reckon the Comp would be up to the job then saving myself £250 would probably win. I could always look at upgrading some of the components when I have a bit more cash.

matt1eg

Have found some details on the weights but not sure how accurate they are. The Coialir seems to be around 34lb and the teocali comp is only about 2-3lb lighter. Is this going to make all that much difference?