whitey – Member
timc – any tips? I will be 50/50 XC and road – at the moment they are wire continental x king 29×2.2
I like the majority would recommend a set of Hope/Stans wheels but I see on one have Shimano XT 29er wheels at £200. I have these on my Solaris & would say that is great VFM. Shimano reliable, decent strength & tubeless.
No Idea what tyres would suit your riding but I recently picked up a set of Maxxis Ardent LUST 2.25 from the STW classifieds for £45 posted as good as new condition, couple of rides & so far so good!
If you could get Similar at £250 that would be a great initial upgrade IMO.
As mentioned above if you have the legs & lungs going 1×10 (gears) would also lighten your bike & make it more responsive.