I’m looking at buying a G160 but am struggling to get a demo. Has anyone got one and there opinions on it. I ride mostly natural trails the occasional trail centre. I’ve read it’s not the best climbing bike but not much said other than just that.

Thanks

Long .. slack and at 14.4kg a bit heavy

I ride mostly natural trails the occasional trail centre

My question would be why the G160 and not the T130? I had a similar predicament and after a test ride opted for the t130. The G160 is fantastic but I think you’d have to live somewhere seriously rocky and steep to justify it. The T130 is plenty enough- I’ve ridden all the usual trail centers (mostly Red & Blacks) and it’s excelled. No doubt the G160 would be better descending, but if you have to slog it back up too, I’d go T130. I had the forks increased to 140mm travel and it;s still great on the local XC bimble.

My current bike is a shade over 14kg so that isn’t too much of a issue

Hi there had my t130 stolen and have the same dilemma for a replacement t130 or upgrade to g160. Same weight at 14.2 vs 14.3. Hmmmm not sure whether to go for more travel. Probably thinking a yes at the minute.

Demoed one a year ago, bought a Mega.
Whyte too heavy and skittish, didn’t climb well either.