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I've just sold my Heckler, 'cos it was a little bit big for me and I actually find most of the riding I do more fun on a hardtail. I do fancy another full sus though, but something a bit beefier for trips to the Alps and possibly some UK uplift days. I don't think I want to go with a full on DH bike 'cos I think it might be a bit overkill, thought the idea of buying a cheap Stinky, taking it to Morzine then selling it is quite tempting. Otherwise I'm looking at something that's a bit pedalable but much more down oriented than the Heckler - I'm thinking SX Trail of Giant Reign are options, any other suggestions? Second hand, couple of years old is fine, maybe around £500 or less for the frame.


 
Posted : 10/11/2010 2:07 pm
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My Scott Ransom LTD? 😆


 
Posted : 10/11/2010 2:18 pm
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There was a lovely looking Patriot for sale on [url= http://www.singletrackworld.com/forum/topic/which-amdh-frame ]this thread[/url].

Nothing to do with me, by the way.


 
Posted : 10/11/2010 2:53 pm
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Commencal supreme


 
Posted : 10/11/2010 3:16 pm
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Keep it in the family - Bullit 😉


 
Posted : 10/11/2010 3:18 pm
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I did think about both Patriots and Bullits, but I also quite fancy trying something with a four bar or similar set up, just to see what all the fuss is about. Commencal can definitely go on the list - Neil, tell me more about your Ransom (though I wasn't really planning on buying just yet).


 
Posted : 10/11/2010 3:29 pm
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I have recently got a new bike so i have the frame and headset (hope) left over. Its 2 1/2 years old, had the shock serviced in the summer and the bearings changed two months ago. Its been well used but looked after. Its served me really well.


 
Posted : 10/11/2010 3:34 pm
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What size? And how much? Sounds like a nice frame...


 
Posted : 10/11/2010 4:00 pm
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It is a nice frame, i just fancied something lighter with a bit less travel (basically i just wanted a new bike 🙂 )

Its a medium (18") which is meant for 5ft 8 to 6ft. haven't advertised it yet but was thinking of £500 inc the headset and the XTR front mech thats on it. Although the mech will need the cable pinch bolt helicoiling i think as the thread is dodgy.


 
Posted : 10/11/2010 4:05 pm
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Email in profile if you want to discuss further.


 
Posted : 10/11/2010 4:06 pm
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Probably a bit big for me. Cheers though 🙂


 
Posted : 10/11/2010 9:59 pm