My Big Wheeler (Trek Mamba, Garry Fisher Collection)

geoff93

I was putting this bike together in the shop yesterday, and really liked it, I hadn't planned to buy a new bike! After riding it to check everything was working, I thought, I have to have it, so here it is!
I've subtly upgraded it with bits I already had from upgrading my Fuel EX to 10 speed. I also prefer shimano stuff and as this came with an 8 speed Sram setup. It now has a Deore XT rear derailleur, 9 speed chain and cassette, and deore levers.
Rides really really well, and for hardtails, bigger wheels are the way to go!



In the shop yesterday!

coomber

That is very nice.

geoff93

Cheers, I thought so. I just got back in from a 30 mile ride this evening, and I feel like I can actually take on obstacles faster than I can on my Full susser, not quite as comfortable over the rought stuff, but it's still very good!

stuisnew

BIg fan.
Think i'm going to consider a 29 when I buy my next frame. Always fancied a fisher, yours looks sweet.

geoff93

Do it, you won't regret it! I thought it was a bit of a gimmick before riding one, but it genuinely does work, and it really does handle well! Garry Fisher has bikes at all price points now, well worth considering!

coomber

Excellent. I am really keen on this, been looking at one around this price for future purchasing wish lists. Stupid question but how do the forks feel on a 29er?

geoff93

The forks feel like any other fork, even the basic Toras on my bike actually work really well, work just as well as my recons, but a bit heavier. But at this price point the forks are decent!