Thanks for all the recommendations so far. I had a few test rides on some FS bikes, and think the time I’ve spent on hardtails is going to make it a difficult transition- so I think I’d be better off sticking with a hardtail.

The majority of stuff I do is XC, and I’m not too bothered about comfort, so something light and speedy would be perfect. And: I’ve got a max budget of about £1200 to £1300.

Whats good? Trek Superfly? Any recommedations?

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Scott scale? Giant HTC or a cube would be a shout? Cube reaction looks good?

Look 2nd hand for that money you should be able to get a lot of bike, but yeah carbon superfly, scott scale, cannondale FSI, etc

Always some good discounts at pauls cycles.

Just bought this arrived yesterday – https://www.mantel.com/uk/giant-xtc-advanced-15-275 £50 to buy a narrow wide and tubeless rim strips..

KTM Area comp 29er, leave the rest for dust 🙂

This seems like a lot of bike for £800.

Felt nine 4

Actually only £790 with the code SaveWiggle

Got a Canyon Grand Canyon last year and can definitely recommend that, love it!

Great recommendations- thanks all.