What type of MtB bike to buy and look for???

rugnugdo
rugnugdo Posts: 68
in MTB buying advice
Got back into riding and have bought what I think is the wrong type of bike for what I need, not an issue as can sell but what should I be looking for?

I ride on the Isle of Wight - I ride farm tracks, fields, over the downs on small lanes, tracks, I try to take in a couple of climbs and descents during my 20-30km rides


Typical terrain:







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  • rugnugdo
    rugnugdo Posts: 68
    Budget circa £1500. Open to new and used.
  • The Rookie
    The Rookie Posts: 27,812
    I'd suggest an XC style hardtail, possibly a rigid if you want to make it a bit lighter.

    Either of these are worth a look
    https://www.planetx.co.uk/i/q/CBOOSCSX/on-one-scandal-sram-sx-mountain-bike
    https://www.planetx.co.uk/i/q/CBOOWHGX/on-one-whippet-sram-gx-mountain-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.
  • rugnugdo
    rugnugdo Posts: 68
    had been considering a hardtail but my ass takes a pounding on some of the rides so leaning towards full suss... want to find a happy medium I guess
  • The Rookie
    The Rookie Posts: 27,812
    Larger tyre, lower pressure or learning to adjust pedal stroke to lift your arris at the right time would all help.

    XC full suspension tend to be quite pricey as it's the trail market that's most catered for, they will also add circa 2/3-1kg to the bike weight.
    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.

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