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Looking for a bit of buying advice, I've got a little pile of money set aside that I'd like to turn into a new hardtail. I want to get a complete bike rather than a self build and I want a bike that's well suited good for cross country and all day riding so something on the lighter and nippier side. So £900 for a good all rounder.
My local bike shop has a 2010 orange crush reduced to £900? Other than that I could really do with some suggestions for what bike would suit my budget. Any ideas?
A crush is nearer the burlier end of things than the nippier end
Seriously, don't buy the crush. I've ridden two of them and hated them. Overly stiff, heavy and just a bit rubbish. But that's all in my opinion of course.
Something by cube? Or Canyon? Or how about an on-one inbred? It's the only frame I'll hold on to - fits me really well and rides lovely. Complete bikes should be in your price range
So I've heard. Would a P7 be a better bet?
For £900 I probably wouldn't buy an Orange (and I own one so I'm not a haterz).
Cotic BFe £300 for frame and add some nice second hand bits should get a lovely bike.
Im sure you could do it for £900.
p.s. i know you dont want self build but it will get you the bike you want.
2009 Kona Kula would be my choice
http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=75087
Get an Orange Pure 7. I've just got one and its bloody great!
Cycle surgery have got them discounted [url= http://www.cyclesurgery.com/orange-pure-7-2011/mountain-bikes/bikes-components-bikewear/fcp-product/21016 ]here[/url]
But leisure lakes have really gone mad on the discounts. This deal will take some beating [url= http://www.leisurelakesbikes.com/product/orangepure7hardtailmountainbike2012.aspx?&id=17482 ]mahooooooosive discount-tastic!!!!![/url]
Or on another steel, keeping it real note, hows about a [url= http://www.jejamescycles.co.uk/kona-blink-mountain-bike-id57505.html ]kona blink[/url]. That looks like a pretty good deal
i have a P7, a 2008 one.
i love it.
but light it is not.
+1 for cube, great bikes, good prices.
if i was looking for an xc orientated hardtail for £900, I'd be buying one of these
[url] http://www.charliethebikemonger.com/charge-cooker-hi-29er---pre-order-deal-save-10-1901-p.asp [/url]
If that Whyte rides anything like a Whyte 19 it will be a fantastic bike.
Ooooooooooo - that Whyte looks nice
Lovely stuff, I didn't think the Crush seemed right for me. I'll check some of these out, thanks for the suggestions. Liking the look (and the price)of the Cube LTD, it's described as a "touring hardtail", sorry if I sound completely naive but would this mean that it's particularly good for longer rides?
Evil sovereign frame for under £300 and build up with bits from the classifieds
http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=41096
I`d go for the 901.
Dickyboy - Member
2009 Kona Kula would be my choice
http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=75087
Crikey, thats the same price more or less as the XT kit I was going to splash all over my genesis altitude.
*ponders*
But leisure lakes have really gone mad on the discounts. This deal will take some beating mahooooooosive discount-tastic!!!!!
Killer deal Binners! 😆
spesh roxk hopper elite
cude acid at £670 with enough left over for a few thing
Crikey, thats the same price more or less as the XT kit I was going to splash all over my genesis altitude.
I know I was very tempted to buy one & split just for the forks, they are all XT & SLX kitted out & with a decent wheelset too
Dickyboy - MemberCrikey, thats the same price more or less as the XT kit I was going to splash all over my genesis altitude.
I know I was very tempted to buy one & split just for the forks, they are all XT & SLX kitted out & with a decent wheelset too
I've already got a set of American classics to go on the [s]Kona[/s] Genesis, leaving the spare set for a pub bike.
It'd love those.
Tobys dad
Not sure if you have got a new bike yet, but I have a Whyte 19C Hardtail that I need to sell. Medium sized frame. Cracking ride, but I have to clear some space in the stable !
It's the 2009 model (got it late 2009) and the full carbon monocoque frame in very good condition, with just some scuff marks that you would expect.
Currently built up with Fox F100X Terralogic forks, Mavic Crossmax SL wheels, FSA Afterburner BB30, Avid Juicy 3 brakes, ritchey finishing kit and Shimano Deore gears.
Frame alone retailed for £1200, so I am looking for £850 for the bike or can sell the frame separately for £450. Let me know if you are interested.
Cheers
I'm going to do the same as I said on another thread. 240 quid Singular Hummingbird frame and 2nd hand or sale parts to do the rest of the build. You won't regret it.