Genesis Grapil 10

punkatron1
punkatron1 Posts: 134
edited July 2013 in MTB buying advice
Just bought a brand new Genesis Grapil 10 for £1050. Absolute bargain for something which is that little bit different: http://www.genesisbikes.co.uk/bikes/mou ... /grapil-10

Has anybody got one? It looks good, reviews are favourable and it fits, but I would be interested to hear from owners.
Too many bikes, not all fully built.

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  • supersonic
    supersonic Posts: 82,708
    If it fits and you like the ride, then is a good buy. Very good fork for that cash - basic, but fucntional parts but lets be straight - some manufacturers would charge this just for the frame ;-).

    I would, however, get better, lighter folding tyres.
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  • ncn
    ncn Posts: 123
    Looks nice, I just bought a genesis but a hard tail core 40 and they are lovely bikes.

    Enjoy it :)
  • rockmonkeysc
    rockmonkeysc Posts: 14,774
    Thats good value. Im tempted to buy one and get an XT groupset for it.
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  • The Rookie
    The Rookie Posts: 27,812
    For that price it's a good buy, as SS says some parts are more basic, but all solid parts (if a little heavy), but at least you're starting off at 10 speed.
    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.
  • punkatron1
    punkatron1 Posts: 134
    I'm thinking of it as a frame and fork purchase. The rest is a bonus and will probably get replaced pretty quickly.
    Too many bikes, not all fully built.
  • scottfitz
    scottfitz Posts: 283
    I demoed one it rides well but it needs a chain divice and a dropper post.
  • rockmonkeysc
    rockmonkeysc Posts: 14,774
    scottfitz wrote:
    I demoed one it rides well but it needs a chain divice and a dropper post.

    Nothing needs a dropper post. Thats a personal thing, I prefer not to have them.
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  • dgti
    dgti Posts: 21
    punkatron1

    Where did you buy it from please at that price.

    Cheers Dean
  • punkatron1
    punkatron1 Posts: 134
    Here: www.irvinecycles.co.uk
    Too many bikes, not all fully built.
  • dgti
    dgti Posts: 21
    Thanks Mate just checked none in my size :(:(


    Cheers Dean
  • punkatron1
    punkatron1 Posts: 134
    Give them a bell. They're the biggest Genesis seller apparently. Sure they can get another in.
    Too many bikes, not all fully built.
  • scottfitz
    scottfitz Posts: 283
    RockmonkeySC wrote:
    scottfitz wrote:
    I demoed one it rides well but it needs a chain divice and a dropper post.

    Nothing needs a dropper post. Thats a personal thing, I prefer not to have them.

    Sorry i ment:
    I demoed one it rides well but if i had it i would need a chain divice and a dropper post.
  • dgti
    dgti Posts: 21
    Rang them first thing this morning...... that's all they've got and they cannot get hold of any more....
  • punkatron1
    punkatron1 Posts: 134
    Quick update: first ride today in the Peaks and the Grapil was superb. Its really nimble and quick to accelerate. I surprised myself on the climbs, got up a few sections that I've not managed before.

    But on the downs is where it really impressed. The suspension works really well, feels very plush with both ends evenly balanced and working together.

    Ditched all the SRAM for SLX. Very very pleased with the bike.
    Too many bikes, not all fully built.

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