New hardtail! Whyte 905, On One 456 XT or other?

jainsy
jainsy Posts: 37
edited March 2011 in MTB buying advice
Hi guys,

I started a topic a while ago asking for recommendations for a full-suss bike. However, I've now decided against this and am definitely going to go for a hardtail and hoping to get it next week. This is mainly due to the better specs for the money.

My new dilema is which of the following should I opt for Whyte 905 or On One 456 XT? Both look pretty good and I've read some favourable reviews. However, I do not live near stockists for either brand which is pretty annoying. So any input is valuable.

Bearing in mind the On One is slightly cheaper so I would also be able to afford some new pedals and shoes with the price difference between that and the Whyte.

Alternatively, fire away with different suggestions.

Post your opinions!

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  • will2580
    will2580 Posts: 86
    i would go for the 456.

    theres also the carbon 456 for £1199 which i have heard is good
    commencal meta 5.5.3
  • dp1
    dp1 Posts: 89
    I have had a test ride of the 2011 Whyte 901 and what a fantastic bike it is. The shop didnt have a 905 but if it is any better than the 901 i tried then it would have to be THE ONE. Thing is the 901 is so good it is hard to justify all the extra money for the 905. Think i might prefer the paint job of the 905. If you get one id be interested what you think of it !
  • dp1
    dp1 Posts: 89
    Forgot to ask why you changed your mind on full sus. My dilemma is between 901 or 905 or Giant Anthem
  • jainsy
    jainsy Posts: 37
    dp1 wrote:
    Forgot to ask why you changed your mind on full sus. My dilemma is between 901 or 905 or Giant Anthem

    Basically, alot more for your money. As i'm getting back into riding I'll give it a year or two then probably go for a high-end full-suss as an upgrade depending on how much I ride.
    Quite looking forward to getting a bike again. Gonna try the Whyte this weekend, but I very much think its going to be the one.

    Just not sure whether to get the 456 XT and have spare cash for shoes pedals etc. This is the main dilema i suppose.
  • booyaka
    booyaka Posts: 263
    jainsy wrote:
    dp1 wrote:

    Just not sure whether to get the 456 XT and have spare cash for shoes pedals etc. This is the main dilema i suppose.

    or just go for the carbon 456!! :D:D
  • dp1
    dp1 Posts: 89
    The last bike shop i went into offered me 10 per cent off any bike without me asking. The owner told me he offered it because almost any bike shop will knock 10 per cent off . That would give you your shoes etc. Or if you like it say youll have it if they throw in shoes and pedals. Its worth asking.
  • jainsy
    jainsy Posts: 37
    booyaka wrote:
    jainsy wrote:
    dp1 wrote:

    Just not sure whether to get the 456 XT and have spare cash for shoes pedals etc. This is the main dilema i suppose.

    or just go for the carbon 456!! :D:D

    I may be fussy.. but... I don't like the look of that frame much??
  • dp1
    dp1 Posts: 89
    Wish i was trying a 905 this weekend
  • gonetothehills
    gonetothehills Posts: 219
    I may be fussy.. but... I don't like the look of that frame much??

    The C456 is a whole lot nicer in the "flesh" than the pics - I promise! I really couldn't get used to it based on the pics but seeing one in the showroom - it's a mean looking beast. You won't go far wrong with it, though the Whyte's nice too. Try to ride them both if you can...
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  • Stantz
    Stantz Posts: 13
    Got 2011 Whyte 905 from Leisure Lakes and they included decent shoes and pedals in price.
  • booyaka
    booyaka Posts: 263
    If you call up on-one you can get the new red/black carbon frame as well if the plain black doesn't float yer boat.
  • dp1
    dp1 Posts: 89
    Did you buy 905 ?
  • dp1
    dp1 Posts: 89
    I assume you did not try or buy the 905 then ?

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