Fast/light XC Hardtail

jimmocrates
jimmocrates Posts: 131
edited June 2013 in MTB buying advice
Hi All
My beautiful Spesh Stumpjumper was nicked in May (viewtopic.php?f=10040&t=12922667)
I've been naively hoping for a call from the police to say its been recovered bu coming to realise that ain't going to happen.

... so on to the subject of replacing it. I'm on my 17yr old Rockhopper for now, which does an alright job.

I would like:
- Light hybrid/mtb
- Probably a hardtail
- Budget up to £900

I was looking at a Specialized Crosstail and Trek 8.5 but I'm not too sure which bikes are around that fit this bill.

I will use it most of the time for commuting, but will also use it off road on forrest trails/unsurfaced roads+tracks.
I'd appreciate any suggestions.

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  • Twelly
    Twelly Posts: 1,437
    http://www.decathlon.co.uk/rockrider-83-id_8239457.html ?
    Epic Threads
  • jimmocrates
    jimmocrates Posts: 131
    That Btwin does look nice. Decathlon have a shop nearby in stockport, so may go and see if they have one i can see.
    What are Whyte's like? I'm a bit out of touch with what is decent now in terms of mtbs, but just seen this on Ed bike co-op which seems to fit my bill:
    http://www.edinburghbicycle.com/product ... edonian-13
  • mcnultycop
    mcnultycop Posts: 2,143
    On one Scandal.
    Nerve AM 7.0
    Scandal
    Felt Roadie
  • swod1
    swod1 Posts: 1,639
    theres the canyon grand canyon al 6 if you dont mind ordering from germany, it looks good for the price 859 ?
  • 97th choice
    97th choice Posts: 2,222
    TwellySmat wrote:
    http://www.decathlon.co.uk/rockrider-83-id_8239457.html ?

    This, 11.5kg....
    Too-ra-loo-ra, too-ra-loo-rye, aye

    Giant Trance
    Radon ZR 27.5 Race
    Btwin Alur700
    Merida CX500
  • The Rookie
    The Rookie Posts: 27,812
    This
    http://www.rutlandcycling.com/44935/For ... -Bike.html
    Reba's, FSA Mega Exo, 3x10 XT, Easton EA70 wheels, not sure of brakes though!
    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.
  • mcnultycop
    mcnultycop Posts: 2,143
    Even with no brakes that would be cracking value.
    Nerve AM 7.0
    Scandal
    Felt Roadie
  • 97th choice
    97th choice Posts: 2,222
    The Beginner wrote:
    This
    http://www.rutlandcycling.com/44935/For ... -Bike.html
    Reba's, FSA Mega Exo, 3x10 XT, Easton EA70 wheels, not sure of brakes though!

    Wow.
    Too-ra-loo-ra, too-ra-loo-rye, aye

    Giant Trance
    Radon ZR 27.5 Race
    Btwin Alur700
    Merida CX500
  • bennett_346
    bennett_346 Posts: 5,029
    Seat tube looks very slack for an XC bike, maybe not so comfortable up hills? Could just be the way the photo is taken but i hate slack seat tubes for pedalling efficiency.

    Edit: nevermind the photo appears to be stretched looking at their own website, its 73.5 degrees which is normal.
  • paulbox
    paulbox Posts: 1,203
    edited June 2013
    Ok, I know this isn't a hardtail... And I know I'm biased... But this is a hell of a lot of bike for £900!

    http://www.paulscycles.co.uk/m1b4s1p443 ... EM-X4-2012

    There is some really good hardtail deals on Paul's at the moment too, although above budget the carbon Scott Scale looks fantastic.
    XC: Giant Anthem X
    Fun: Yeti SB66
    Road: Litespeed C1, Cannondale Supersix Evo, Cervelo R5
    Trainer: Bianchi via Nirone
    Hack: GT hardtail with Schwalbe City Jets
  • bennett_346
    bennett_346 Posts: 5,029
    PaulBox, is Paulscycles your website by any chance? ;)

    That is a very good deal though.
  • paulbox
    paulbox Posts: 1,203
    bennett_346 wrote:
    PaulBox, is Paulscycles your website by any chance? ;)

    That is a very good deal though.

    Lol, I'm afraid not... :cry:
    XC: Giant Anthem X
    Fun: Yeti SB66
    Road: Litespeed C1, Cannondale Supersix Evo, Cervelo R5
    Trainer: Bianchi via Nirone
    Hack: GT hardtail with Schwalbe City Jets
  • spender86
    spender86 Posts: 48
    What size are you after?
  • supersonic
    supersonic Posts: 82,708
    If it happens to fit...

    http://www.paulscycles.co.uk/m1b67s2p42 ... %282012%29
    GT ZASKAR CARBON TEAM

    VOODOO CANZO

    Come and see me at https://www.facebook.com/biketyke/
  • ste_t
    ste_t Posts: 1,599
    The Beginner wrote:
    This
    http://www.rutlandcycling.com/44935/For ... -Bike.html
    Reba's, FSA Mega Exo, 3x10 XT, Easton EA70 wheels, not sure of brakes though!

    This is amazing. Brakes look to be Elixirs, though zooming in on my phone is a bit ropey. With a frame and wheelse that light, I can't see it being heavier than the Reaction.
  • boyse7en
    boyse7en Posts: 59
    More info on teh Forme:


    Frame: Forme HA9056 , Kinesium Super Light Narrow Tubing, Smooth Welding (1195g)
    Fork: Rock Shox Reba RL 26", Dual Air, 100mm Travel With Motion Control, Poplock Remote Lockout
    Cranks: FSA Length: S&M-170mm, L&XL-175mm FSA Comet MegaExo,42/32/24T
    Bottom Bracket: FSA
    Pedals: None
    Front Derailleur: Shimano FD-M590-10, Dynasys 10spd,Top-Swing, Dual-Pull, Band Type(34.9mm)
    Rear Derailleur: Shimano RD-M773SGS Shadow XT 10-Speed
    Shifters: Shimano SL-M591-10 Dynasys Rapid Fire
    Cassette: Shimano CS-HG62-10, 11-34T
    Chain: KMC X10
    Wheelset: Easton EA70 XC
    Tyres: KENDA SLANT SIX, 26"x2.1"
    Front Brake: SRAM Elixir 3 Hydraulic Disc Brake W/HS1 160mm Rotor, 6-Bolt Type
    Rear Brake: SRAM Elixir 3 Hydraulic Disc Brake W/HS1 160mm Rotor, 6-Bolt Type
    Brake Levers: Shimano SL-M591-10 Dynasys Rapid Fire
    Handlebar: Forme AL60610DB, 31.8mm, 25mm Rise, 5deg Backsweep
    Headset: FSA
    Stem: Forme AL 6061 +7D Rise
    Grips: Forme Ergofit White Kraton & Black Lock Ring
    Saddle: Forme Ergofit XCR
    Seat Post: Forme AL6061 27.2mmX 350mm

    So you are right about the Elixiers. Can't find an all-up weight anywhere.
  • supersonic
    supersonic Posts: 82,708
    I'd imagine around 24lbs.

    Is very good value, but not 'XT Dynasis 30 speed' as Rutland suggests - only two parts are XT! Still a nice mix though.
    GT ZASKAR CARBON TEAM

    VOODOO CANZO

    Come and see me at https://www.facebook.com/biketyke/
  • d8mok
    d8mok Posts: 107
    I'm looking into selling my stumpjumper at moment if you fancy another. Only because i fancy a cannondale flash carbon. It's gonna be £1000 to purchase if you can go that far. Just had new wheels , and drivetrain refresh.

    2008stumpjumper expert in very good condition in red
    Fox forks just serviced
    Hope pro 11 hubs on xc717 rims (like new ) new tyres too.
    XT chainset with new rings and bb
    XO rear mech with new kcnc jockey wheels and new chain
    Avid juicy ultimate brakes
    Fsa carbon slk seat post and bars
    Fsa os115 stem
    Fsa headset
    Selle italia seat
    Lx front mech
  • rockmonkeysc
    rockmonkeysc Posts: 14,774
    If you want a fast XC hardtail then the Giant XTC would do the job. I had one until I broke the frame (my fault). It seems to take very little effort to ride very fast, flies up hills and is pretty good on twisty single track. Just don't ride 6' drops on it, they dont like that.
    http://www.paulscycles.co.uk/m1b4s2p441 ... XTC-1-2012
    This one is pretty good value.
    Transition Patrol - viewtopic.php?f=10017&t=13070235
  • The Rookie
    The Rookie Posts: 27,812
    supersonic wrote:
    Is very good value, but not 'XT Dynasis 30 speed' as Rutland suggests - only two parts are XT! Still a nice mix though.
    I count the rear Mech and........erm what else?
    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.
  • Chunkers1980
    Chunkers1980 Posts: 8,035
    Yet again you spot something that matters so little yet you feel the need to comment.

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