I keep getting the urge to replace my old zesty, with its skinny 26″ antique wheels.
But then… the realisation that I’m riding my plus size Ht for most local rides now. The FS only gets pulled out for wales, Surrey Hills (and I can do that quite easily
On the Ht too!)
I’ve had my eye on a stumpjumper… in 29 format as a potential replacement. My thinking being that it seems fairly capable but also relatively efficient on more xc type rides (for a bike of that nature). I’d use it for a mixture of everything. South
Downs, Surrey Hills, wales (coed y brenin, afan, bpw). I don’t mind a foot or two of air, but nothing too sendy. I’m in my 40s and scare too easily these days.
Am I just wasting money? Any real world experiences? Am considering the carbon comp model. Or shall I squeeze another year or two from the zesty (which is still in good shape)
Cheers!