i have seen a 714 zesty new for 2780 and 95% sure its the one but is there anything better for same money. I main do natural trail riding with the thought of doing a few trail centres through the summer. I have tried a 414 for size and feel and very happy so figure 714 can only be better. Your thoughts and suggestions would be great.
Absolutely terrific bike (although it can be improved with a better fork etc if you really want to spend money!) but, if it is a 2012, it has a life expectancy of approx 8-14 months before it cracks!!
If it is NEW and you are the original purchaser then Lapierre/Hotlines will replace frame under warranty up to 5 years old. If S/H you're going to have a large bill on your hands!
Plenty of crack info here:
http://www.lapierreownersclub.com/forum/index.php?s=4c040ab3e37055f5f00e0c89dea717a5
Including my cracked 714!