Specialized pitch's good or not?

SebSmith
SebSmith Posts: 20
edited July 2012 in MTB buying advice
Hello bike radar i was considering buying a specialized pitch 2011 comp frame and what are all you guys opinions on the bike?

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  • ilovedirt
    ilovedirt Posts: 5,798
    Very good, can't go wrong.
    Production Privee Shan

    B'Twin Triban 5
  • bennett_346
    bennett_346 Posts: 5,029
    Good in a straight line over rough terrain but not so great in the corners due to its veeery long wheelbase. I used to have a 2010 one, it was pretty heavy and sluggish for what it was i thought.

    But it is confidence inspiring on rough and jumps/drops.
  • snotty badger
    snotty badger Posts: 1,593
    I've got a Pitch, it corners just fine, switch backs are tight but easily manageable.

    I can't see me replacing it anytime soon tbh, great all rounder.

    It doesn't suffer from excessive pedal bob while seated but I'd recommend a shock with some kind of pro pedal feature.
    08 Pitch Pro
    14 Kona Unit
    Kona Kula SS
    Trailstar SS
    94 Univega Alpina 5.3
  • bennett_346
    bennett_346 Posts: 5,029
    I didn't realise notice it till i bought a stumpjumper which is just as good at rough stuff but also better at cornering and less sluggish. Its just pricier unfortunately.
  • snotty badger
    snotty badger Posts: 1,593
    I imagine it will be more the components making the stumpy more agile. My mate had a Pitch, since selling it he has had several bikes including the lowest spec Stumpjumper and says he wishes he hadn't sold the Pitch!

    I think (very) generally speaking longer wheel base equals more stable at speed/cornering.
    08 Pitch Pro
    14 Kona Unit
    Kona Kula SS
    Trailstar SS
    94 Univega Alpina 5.3
  • Dan-Coll
    Dan-Coll Posts: 40
    I have a Pitch Pro and love it! I dont find it sluggish in the corners and climbs pretty well too given the extra weight. Ive given ridden it on DH tracks, trail centres and out on the moors and it takes it all in its stride.

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