Which of these is the best bike for a beginner?

Hey guys!
I recently posted a topic about which bike would be best for me and I've narrowed it down to 3 bikes.
Could you guys have a look and tell me which you think is the best, as I've read mixed reviews online! I'm basically wanting a mountain bike for off roading as i ride to work but with the potential to get into mountain biking more seriously.
http://www.halfords.com/cycling/bikes/m ... in-bike-18
http://www.halfords.com/cycling/bikes/m ... ke-18#tab1
http://www.halfords.com/cycling/bikes/m ... um-18#tab2
Any help would be much appreciated!
Thank you!
I recently posted a topic about which bike would be best for me and I've narrowed it down to 3 bikes.
Could you guys have a look and tell me which you think is the best, as I've read mixed reviews online! I'm basically wanting a mountain bike for off roading as i ride to work but with the potential to get into mountain biking more seriously.
http://www.halfords.com/cycling/bikes/m ... in-bike-18
http://www.halfords.com/cycling/bikes/m ... ke-18#tab1
http://www.halfords.com/cycling/bikes/m ... um-18#tab2
Any help would be much appreciated!
Thank you!
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Unfortunately ill be getting it on a cycle to work scheme, and as per an agreement have to get it from halfords. And i don't believe halfords sell decathlon bikes.
http://www.halfords.com/cycling/bikes/m ... in-bike-18
That is incredibly tempting! Might just have to pop to halfords for a test ride tomorrow!
How odd, oh well, I'll go and have a look and have a sit on it and see if i like it! (Which i hope i do)
Thanks very much!
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