Brother wants a hardtail for £500, he’s 6ft so 19′?

Any good deals out there bar the usual Merlin/Pauls Cycles?

last years boardmans in halfords pretty well specced for that money. or the 09 rockhopper disc ( or something) at 499 both look pretty good buys.

I’d say you’re gonna be hard pressed to beat Merlin’s Malt 1 Deore sale bike… full Deore disc groupset with Rockshox Tora forks for £450!

08 Caldera’s can be had for £500. Not bad especially when an 09 will set you back £850 and is downgraded!

Its the Merlin vs this so far..

Any reasons to go for one over the other? Merlin is winning so far but have recommended a wheel upgrade..

commencal combi discs at merlin with enough money leftover for upgrades.

1. Its got Avids- not reliable.
2. No stock in the right size
3. Rubbish forks

Not sure if i am allowed to say, but we have an 18″ Kinetic for £500, reduced from £899 for sale, built once for show and in as new condition. Check the full spec here http://www.progressive-bikes.co.uk/kinetic.html

Thanks

Si

Too small I think Si..

hi Si, is that kinetic up for sale still? Have a mate looking for a bike and it might fit the bill.

cheers

may I recommend This. I’ve got the 2007 version afik it’s just a different colour scheme.

Rides great, nice and reliable. Only had to replace the rear mech and shifters due to a mechanical. Forks are OK, but worth upgrading long-term.

Hi david,

Sorry but we have sold our last 08 Kinetic. A dealer of ours, The Bike Worx in Dundee has a Climbmax (next bike up from the Kinetic) that they may be doing a deal on. Give them a call and ask for John.

Boy from work picked up an ex-hire Genesis Altitude 20 for £550{i think} from Hub at Glentress. Lovely looking steel frame, decent spec, excellent condition – RRP £1200.

Theres a few Kona left in Cheltenham cycle blast and hoss i think both at £900 now £600 19″ and 21″ dont know which way around give them a ring
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