Bianchi MTBs ?

ukaff

I am thinking of replacing my 15 year old Diamond Back bike. I have no intention of riding down, let alone up, Ben Nevis, or the handrail to the steps in front of the Town hall with my backside sitting on the rubber of the rear wheel, thanks all the same. As you can probably guess, I did my 'O' levels a good while ago.

I bought a Bianchi road bike last year which, to my eye and feel, is wonderful in every respect. I like the feeling of 'stiffness' that comes with the Italian styling. But it is for miles of tarmac rather than the 'Leisure' stuff on a mountain bike.

And I am thinking about the current/recent range of Bianchi MTB's. Almost certainly a hardtail as I don't fancy the sea-sick feeling that might come with full shocks.

No budget constraints.

Any serious views please? Thanks in anticipation guys - cheque's in the post etc.

nicklouse

part of a bike European bike company. recently the MTB range was split with the bikes that were over œ500 were labled Bianchi and the ones under that (approx) value were labled as something else.


not as italian as you may think.

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Standard advice applies: get a test ride and see how it feels. You might love them, you might find something you really don't like about them.

I certainly wouldn't limit myself to just one brand though, and I definitely wouldn't get too hung up on Italian styling. Except for the bog-monster that is their enduro full susser, they actually look incredibly bland.

If you're after something pretty, try this.

JinjaNinja

Marin would seem to suit from the way the post is wrote. Personaly in the hardtails i'd look at cannondale if money is no issue. Light weight, perfect for the "leisure" riding you want. Strong enough. Well recognised if thats important.

Have some inresting forks too (Lefty), but not everyones cup of tea. Have a look at the website and book yourself a test ride.

If budgets no issue do you fancy buying me one too [:D]

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