I have just (Friday) got a Intense Spider 2 and it rocks!
Not the lightest frame at around 5.8lbs but its first ride was a local XC race and then 3 1/2 hours trail riding on Sunday and i have been blown away at how good it is. No bob under power and plenty plush with 4.5 or 5" travel settings and im running a Float 120 fork but will also take anywhere from 100 - 140mm. Absolutely worth a look!
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Recommendations short travel FS (100 - 120mm)
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Posted 3 years ago #
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Get a cannondale they are the best bikes i have ever riden...by far a rush carbon is your best bet
good luckPosted 3 years ago # -
You can get this frame online for sub £1k if you hunt around - its a luvverly ride
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Aren't some of these suggestions (Anthem, Epic) a lot more "racy" than stuff like the ST4 / Commie Super 4?
Posted 3 years ago # -
Ive had a look round & 1 point I had my heart set on a Merida 96 (ally frame) but their sizing doesnt suit me - Im a 17" frame & they only do 16 or 18.
Not the best way to fit yourself for a bike. Seat tube length isn't that important in the grand scheme of things.
Top tube length (reach) is far more important. 16" in one frame could fit you exactly the same as a 17" or 18" from a different company.Not saying you should get the Merida, just don't discount frames because they don't do a 17" frame.
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i would get a niccolai helius race check it out, its my dream bike.
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oops 'nicolai'
Posted 3 years ago #
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