Whats wrong with a Dialled Alpine. I think they climb well too. I know the "Overbiked Police" may say thats too much for "all mountain"/The UK etc etc. In my opinion the ultra short headtube makes it accept 140mm forks very well..still keeping the stem low enough for great climbing.
I could easily use my 160mm Lyrics and still have a low enough stem for climbing. On my Alpine I had to put a 30mm spacer under it to make it just right for my 140mm Pikes. As far as weight goes I really dont notice it being heavy at all.
Idle john agreed, I meant to say that it doesn't climb well with anything above a 100mm fork.
Dialled Alpine, first hardtail on Trans Provence (proper all mountain) I seem to recall! 😀
I was on PA, it didnt do to bad either..
A big thanks to everyone who contributed to this thread, it really helped me clarify exactly what I was after, and even consider options I had'nt even put on my shortlist.
I'm going to plump for the Genesis Altitude 30 frameset and build it up with my choice of components...so I'll need your help again!!!
This time it's fork choice. The Altitude geometry means it's limited to a maximum of 130mm so let's hear from you all. I was thinking about an ajustable Fox model but open to all options.
Also, what are the pros/cons of running a standard fork vs a bolt through axle as I have no experience of this type of fork.
Cheers for your help with this one.
Lee
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At the risk of starting another silly debate - isn't 'all-mountain' in the OP not really the right term if you prefer climbing to descending?
everyone who posts anything about the bike they own says good things.
No they don't I had a Dialled Bikes Alpine, I thought it was rubbish, (no offence Mike). Got a Prince Albert now, and feels much better.
Have you run out of large PAs mike?
Each to his own Mr Pinder. I have just got back from a 3hr ride on my Dialled Alpine at Swinley & I think its great. Its the best hardtail I have owned.
That low top tube is a great idea. In my view the only competition would be the Evil bikes Sovereign that also has the dropped top tube. I have short legs! Handling is spot on for me, I climb the Alpine better than my old Cove Handjob too. I didnt think my Cove was rubbish either though, I just prefer the geometry on the Dialled. I think the toptube/wheelbase is longer which helps climbing and downhill stability..The only thing I might change if I had the choice on the Dialled is the colour. I would prefer it in white..
I don't think there really is a "best" hardtail for everyone. The most important thing is whether the particular frame "fits".
i find that my Alpine climbs well with the Lyrik dropped to 115mm. i've also got a [s]fugly[/s] fancy stem that allows me to increase/reduce the stem length for long climbs. i thought the Alpine had a relatively short wheelbase, although it is a 15/21" frame. really wild bike on the downs and i find the short wheelbase to be a plus in tight techy spots. it does mean it can get a bit much at speed, though.
consider a 456 I paid £125 for mine, I have a Cotic Simple and it's great and I wanted a Soul as well but they cost too much
Bought a 456 instead and I am a happy bunny
