Racy 29er hardtail, XC etc.
mattrixdesign2
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I am looking for my first 29er. Over the last few years I have been competing in local MTB XC races on my Cube 26 (XT, STX, Rebas, Stans Alpines etc). I am enjoying it, but struggling in sections to keep up with the 29ers, its ok on the climbs though as its pretty light weight. In my category I am getting 3rd, 4th and 5th, beaten by 29ers... and I know its the rider, but I want my marginal gain and a new toy.
So looking for something racy (IE light and fast, not comfortable), I am impressed with STX and XT and the Rebas, so something at their level inc Sram. Not fussed on Alu or Carbon but want a light frame to start with. Another thought is I would like to start with decent tubeless wheels, as every bike ends up with me upgrading wheels.
Happy with branded (in sale as not looking to buy yet), or the online only (PX, Canyon, Rose) and even the likes of Decathlon and Boardman etc.
I am guessing OnOne Whippet, will be one suggestion... but looking for other ideas?
Budget is variable really, say minimum of 1k to 1.5k?
So looking for something racy (IE light and fast, not comfortable), I am impressed with STX and XT and the Rebas, so something at their level inc Sram. Not fussed on Alu or Carbon but want a light frame to start with. Another thought is I would like to start with decent tubeless wheels, as every bike ends up with me upgrading wheels.
Happy with branded (in sale as not looking to buy yet), or the online only (PX, Canyon, Rose) and even the likes of Decathlon and Boardman etc.
I am guessing OnOne Whippet, will be one suggestion... but looking for other ideas?
Budget is variable really, say minimum of 1k to 1.5k?
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I ride a specialized carve (now crave) which is an entry level race bike but will probably be too heavy for higher level racing. Our neighbour who races xc at a good level nationally has a hardtail stumpjumper, which is a light, stiff, fast bike. I would suggest test riding one of those to give you a good basis for comparison. Real xc race bikes are not cheap when new and you will probably end up upgrading the wheels etc. at some point as extra weight costs time.0
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https://www.canyon.com/en-gb/mtb/grand-canyon/grand-canyon-cf-sl-6-9.html
Would be my choiceFramebuilder
Handbuilt Steel 29er https://goo.gl/RYSbaa
Carbon Stumpjumper https://goo.gl/xJNFcv
Parkwood:http://goo.gl/Gf8xkL
Ribble Gran Fondo https://goo.gl/ZpTFXz
Triban:http://goo.gl/v63FBB0 -
I love my cube reaction gtc race 2015,
http://www.cube.eu/uk/bikes/mtb-hardtail/reaction/cube-reaction-gtc-race-29-carbonngreen-2015/Cube reaction gtc race 2011 26er, Canyon spectral al 8.0 2014, cube reaction gtc race 2015 29er
How much for that!!!!!0 -
I think Evans have a heavily discounted carbon BMC at the moment, SLX and Fox forks as I recall. Can't find the link as I'm on my phone at the moment. A friend was looking at it and I think that Angry Bird bought one.0
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That Canyon seems a v.good spec, what are the forks and wheels like?
My current bike is a Cube Ltd Sl and other than the wheel size I can't fault it.
Have an Allez road bike and had a few Rock Hoppers, can't fault the frames. Would need to be heavily discounted for a good spec.
Always wanted a BMC and will have a quick search.
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BMC looks nice, not convinced on the Deore brakes and wheel set though. Will keep it in mind0
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The fork on the Canyon is probably worse than your Reba which you say isn't good enough.
Deore brakes are actually very good. Performance is equal to XT but they just lack some adjustments and are a little heavier.Transition Patrol - viewtopic.php?f=10017&t=130702350 -
Not quite as racy as some, but nonetheless, a good deal:
http://www.on-one.co.uk/i/q/CBOOPWX9/on-one-parkwood-sram-x9-mountain-bike0 -
C'dale flash http://www.paulscycles.co.uk/m1b0s155p5203/CANNONDALE-F29-2-(FLASH-ALLOY
Why not look at building one up, new frame/forks and wheels but carry over the good stuff from your current bike.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 am looking for my first 29er. Over the last few years I have been competing in local MTB XC races on my Cube 26 (XT, STX, Rebas, Stans Alpines etc). I am enjoying it, but struggling in sections to keep up with the 29ers, its ok on the climbs though as its pretty light weight. In my category I am getting 3rd, 4th and 5th, beaten by 29ers... and I know its the rider, but I want my marginal gain and a new toy.
So looking for something racy (IE light and fast, not comfortable), I am impressed with STX and XT and the Rebas, so something at their level inc Sram. Not fussed on Alu or Carbon but want a light frame to start with. Another thought is I would like to start with decent tubeless wheels, as every bike ends up with me upgrading wheels.
Happy with branded (in sale as not looking to buy yet), or the online only (PX, Canyon, Rose) and even the likes of Decathlon and Boardman etc.
I am guessing OnOne Whippet, will be one suggestion... but looking for other ideas?
Budget is variable really, say minimum of 1k to 1.5k?
Try this:
http://www.bike-discount.de/en/buy/radon-black-sin-29-8.0-237928/wg_id-117
Comes under your £1500 budget and has a fantastic spec for the money!!Constantly trying to upgrade my parts.It is a long road ahead as things are so expensive for little gain. n+1 is always the principle in my mind.0