Stumpjumper FSR Comp vs Trance 2 vs Remedy 7

JayX2A

Ruled out a Hardtail and firmly want a FS. Mostly for singletrack over the south downs and Friston Forest (mainly red routes up there with plenty of dropes, roots, small jumps and its very twisty!)

So in my £1600 quest I have looked at the following 3 bikes (if I go new). Sadly I am not in a position to ride them all as most are online and no local shops have them. All in the sale, Giant and Stumpy definatly have the most off (not that it makes them better).

All 3 of them are 2x10 with varied forks and bits. The Trance 2 will certainly be a medium fit, and the remedy I tried was also a medium and fitted ok too.

The stumpy will more likely be a large as size chart says medium is up to 5ft 9 and I am 5ft 11.

Opinions on the choice will be great. All have droppers which was my main concern and quite happy with a 2x10 set up for now. As for the forks and components - no idea whats better, but sure you can help me out here!

http://www.leisurewheels.co.uk/m1b3s1p1 ... S_GB/51224

https://www.evanscycles.com/trek-remedy ... e-EV251312

http://www.winstanleysbikes.co.uk/produ ... GwodvYcM8w

JayX2A

Actually not sure on the stump now - 150mm might be overkill.

JayX2A

Bit of a lefty...

http://www.paulscycles.co.uk/m1b0s183p6 ... BIT-4-2016

rockmonkeysc

I'd go with the Trance. Decent value, great frame and great ride. Treks mushy rear suspension would rule out the Remedy for me.
Lefty forks are really excellent while they work.