Which would you buy?

kevinscott
kevinscott Posts: 49
edited January 2017 in MTB buying advice
Calibre two.two
http://www.gooutdoors.co.uk/calibre-two ... ke-p383858

Carrera Kraken
http://www.halfords.com/cycling/bikes/m ... ntain-bike

Voodoo Bizango
http://www.halfords.com/cycling/bikes/m ... ntain-bike

Never had a 29er so not sure if the wheels would take abit from the handling?

Regards

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  • JBA
    JBA Posts: 2,852
    On spec alone I'd choose the Bizango.
    You need to try and get a test ride on each bike though to see which you prefer.
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  • kevinscott
    kevinscott Posts: 49
    I had a Kraken a few years ago however this was before the 650b onslaught, Certainly wasnt a bad bike, however, I think the components have become cheaper over the years to ensure the prices stays low.
  • The Rookie
    The Rookie Posts: 27,812
    29ers are a bit marmite, I didn't like the more cumbersome feel so stuck with 26" (pre 650B which I'd probably go for now) but they certainly hold speed much better than a 26inch wheel on rougher surfaces.

    The latest Kraken is a decent bike but not as well specced as the Bizango.

    It may be labelled as a women's bike but the Trott MTB is amazing value and if it fits you I'd go for it! (you can always put some stickers over the originals!)
    http://www.halfords.com/cycling/bikes/m ... utain-bike
    Yup that's a Raidon air fork (same spec as the costlier Bizango) and 1x11NX for £400
    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.
  • kevinscott
    kevinscott Posts: 49
    True the Trott has a decent spec list, HOWEVER.....might not be for me lol. Nice find though.

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