Best Hardtail Frame Around £500 ??
cameronb
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I've moved closer to home with work and its now 5 miles there and back, a short road section and a towpath. Don't want to take my 'proper' bike so wanted to get a hardtail again as it's a pretty fun journey through the summer (should there be one).
Kicking myself because I sold my trek hardtail last year at a big loss but that's life I suppose ha. Looking at bikes new I really don't want to buy something complete as most of it would get swapped out, I'm probably going to use it a lot more than my full sus gets used so not really too bothered about paying a bit. I'm looking to keep the complete build under £1500. After a frame for around £500 that would take 120mm travel, if anyone's got any suggestions? Or a complete bike that would suit my budget if components are top end and not cheap cack. Cheers.
Kicking myself because I sold my trek hardtail last year at a big loss but that's life I suppose ha. Looking at bikes new I really don't want to buy something complete as most of it would get swapped out, I'm probably going to use it a lot more than my full sus gets used so not really too bothered about paying a bit. I'm looking to keep the complete build under £1500. After a frame for around £500 that would take 120mm travel, if anyone's got any suggestions? Or a complete bike that would suit my budget if components are top end and not cheap cack. Cheers.
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On One 456 Carbon full bike for £1200, and as you are from south yorkshire it'll be easy to get to the On One showroom.0
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Or Whippet carbon......Currently riding a Whyte T130C, X0 drivetrain, Magura Trail brakes converted to mixed wheel size (homebuilt wheels) with 140mm Fox 34 Rhythm and RP23 suspension. 12.2Kg.0
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The 456 is what I'm considering to be honest, may still just start from the frame up still. Never had a carbon bike before though, and I'm cautious to.0
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Carbon is tougher than alloy or steel, as well as lighter, what is there to be cautious about?
If I had the money I'd have a CF frame in the post tomorrow (Whippet thanks, in stealth black if your asking!)Currently riding a Whyte T130C, X0 drivetrain, Magura Trail brakes converted to mixed wheel size (homebuilt wheels) with 140mm Fox 34 Rhythm and RP23 suspension. 12.2Kg.0 -
I'd avoid the 456, personally I hate the damn thing.
I'd get the steel one and spend more on the wheels as the steel one rides a lot better.0
