What Full sus frame?

I’m thinking about getting a full-sus frame. I’d be transferring the parts from my HT on it. 140mm forks and I like going up hills as well as down. I cant afford anything exotic and I’ll probably be looking at second hand. I know nowt about these sort of bikes, I’m just looking for a bit more comfort in my old age, some cushioning going down rocky descents would be nice.

Any ideas?

Cheers.

26 or 29 ?

26″ – I forget there are other wheel sizes.

Stumpy then really would suit budget and compatibility.

Whats your budget?

I’m in the same boat mate, genesis grapil?

No particular budget at the moment, it’s just a vague plan at the moment. Just getting an idea of what to look out for. Saying that, less than 500 quid, definitely.

Titus FTM Carbon is £99 over budget?

The moniker FTM tempts me.

i was recommending the ftm carbon also

it’s either going to be the ftm or el guapo for me. Bargaintastic!

Hmm that FTM does look very tempting and I wasnt really thinking about buying right now. I just hope their sale lasts as long as DFS.

I got a Kona Dawg 2007 full susp frame with rear shock for £110 posted 2nd hand about 2 months ago. I thought that was a pretty good deal considering its good condition. Got it from pinkbike.com sellers forum there seems to be some good deals on there on occasion just a case of keeping an eye on it. Never underestimate how desperate someone is to sell, dont be afraid to make a cheeky offer they can only say no! As always make sure you cover yourself by either collecting yourself or paying via standard paypal not paypal gift. Dont forget to narrow the search down to the UK only forum as its an international site so no point negotiateing for a frame in America!

Is there a big difference in performance in the shocks? Is it a case of they all work but some are lighter/more adjustable?

The monarch is ok but i am having mine tuned by loco after christmas (£40)

A friend got a second hand Turner 5-Spot DW-Link for around £500 in the summer.
Fantastic all-round good-pedalling bike.

Having a completely new shock would tempt me towards those Titus bikes though. I can’t imagine the Carbon will remain that price for long, but it’s possible the aluminium ones will.

Just to give you an idea of what’s available (I’m not recommending any particular deal, just the type of frame), here’s a few from ebay right now:

Giant
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Giant-Trance-X-Suspension-Frame-in-Black-5-Inch-Travel-Fox-Float-RP2-Kashima-/140898831125?pt=UK_sportsleisure_cycling_bikeparts_SR&hash=item20ce398b15

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Giant-Anthem-17-5-inc-Fox-Float-RP23-Shock-22560-/170953705421?pt=UK_sportsleisure_cycling_bikeparts_SR&hash=item27cda287cd

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Giant-Trance-X-Suspension-Frame-Very-Good-Condition-2012-Model-Medium-/281032392495?pt=UK_sportsleisure_cycling_bikeparts_SR&hash=item416ed5ff2f

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Giant-Trance-X1-Frame-Fox-RP2-Shock-With-Cane-Creek-Headset-Raceface-Post-/230895484518?pt=UK_sportsleisure_cycling_bikeparts_SR&hash=item35c2717e66

Maverick
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Maverick-ML7-XLarge-21-21511-/170935190784?pt=UK_sportsleisure_cycling_bikeparts_SR&hash=item27cc880500

Whyte
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Whyte-E5-Frame-Carbon-Rear-Fox-RP3-Rear-Shock-/170958088421?pt=UK_sportsleisure_cycling_bikeparts_SR&hash=item27cde568e5

Cannondale RZ ONE TWENTY, Trek EX, and lots more are also worth keeping an eye out for too. Lots and lots of great bikes around.

As recommended above – 5 Spot (looks like a 2010)

have a look on here…
http://www.flatoutcycles.co.uk/full-suspension-32-c.asp

Is that flatout cycles legit? Seems very cheap.

Secondhand El Guapo frame for £485 any good pics here https://www.dropbox.com/sh/2ozjvxq4w8pil5g/Vz0QXAfvkB

Is that flatout cycles legit? Seems very cheap.

it seems like it is, although i’ve not seen any reviews from anyone who’s used them.
maybe the question you’ve asked should be a separate post for the forum?
but there are some tempting offers on there…

Selling a large ftm carbon in the classifieds

Mackem – Member

Is that flatout cycles legit? Seems very cheap.
I know people who have used them for brakes and stuff.
Read the description carefully, a lot of stuff is used, and the rest is old stock.
Having said that it’s all cleaned and inspected, and seems to come with some sort of warranty.

SM