First Dually Question
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That Merida certainly has a better spec than that anthem. Are they the same price point?Looking at the Anthem 29er 2
Or the
Merida 96 6000
Also any feedback like the above around the suspension systems is appreciated, I have NFI
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MAXXTRED
Squid
Yeah pretty much.
The Giant obviously has "better" after sales service because there are more Giant dealers.
Also though of the Scott Spark. But I'm unsure if you can get it in 29er...?
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LPG
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Merida are bland in their marketing but they do a pretty good job offering good value bikes.
Are you sure you are best auited to an XC bike? They are pretty specialised these days. A trail bike like the trance or Merida 120 would suit a lot of people who think a xc bike is what they want.
Are you sure you are best auited to an XC bike? They are pretty specialised these days. A trail bike like the trance or Merida 120 would suit a lot of people who think a xc bike is what they want.
MAXXTRED
Squid
Not sure.
Assume so.
Yes I want a dually that will climb well.
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Squid
Cardy George
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Are you sure you need a duallie? Trek do the IsoSpeed decoupler that lets the seat post flex to take the sting away, works a treat.
There's another brand that I can't think of right now, that use the same idea but using a different method.
There's another brand that I can't think of right now, that use the same idea but using a different method.
MAXXTRED
Squid
Fair point.
But my lower back(work related) needs the cushioning.
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SF Trailboy
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Ride one first get a demo or hire one.
I just returned the trance 29 from a demo and it re affirmed I love my hard tail.
I just returned the trance 29 from a demo and it re affirmed I love my hard tail.
Plankosaurus
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And I'll third this. A trail bike is not a restrictive climber these days, modern shocks make a decent trail bike climb like a mountain goat.
If you're not at the pointy end of the field, you'll appreciate the more relaxed geo and capable descending abilities of a trail bike. An xc bike will likely be faster up a hill but could hold you back down them and won't be nearly as comfy towards the end of a marathon.
Honestly, if you're newish to the game I'd always recommend against something specialist like an xc or dh bike. Trail/am bikes cover far more territory and do it all near as well as the specialist bikes.
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Plankosaurus
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Yah, trance, 120, camber (I think spesh have ditched the camber now and do a short travel stumpy?) Etc. I'd suggest not getting too hung up on a brand or model, but it's pointless, your heart is going to lead you regardless.
120-130mm travel would probably be the sweet spot if you've got xc tendencies. A little more travel if you were more into descending. Or be like the rest of us and have 23 different bikes to suit your mood on the day
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120-130mm travel would probably be the sweet spot if you've got xc tendencies. A little more travel if you were more into descending. Or be like the rest of us and have 23 different bikes to suit your mood on the day
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MAXXTRED
Squid
CheersYah, trance, 120, camber (I think spesh have ditched the camber now and do a short travel stumpy?) Etc. I'd suggest not getting too hung up on a brand or model, but it's pointless, your heart is going to lead you regardless.
120-130mm travel would probably be the sweet spot if you've got xc tendencies. A little more travel if you were more into descending. Or be like the rest of us and have 23 different bikes to suit your mood on the day
(This is mandatory viewing for all mountain bikers)
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Are you choosing a bike with the primary intention to race xco and marathon events, or as an all round trail bike?
Where do you live and what are your trails like?
I rode a demo Trance 29er on my local trails and it did not climb very well. It was a fun bike that descended better than I expected and was easy to bunny hop. The bike just sapped my energy on the steep climbs and did not handle the techy stuff well.
I went with a GT sensor that climbs heaps better and is a far better bike for me. The only issue I have is hitting the rear wheel on my ass at times
I read a lot of reviews and looking at the bikes on paper you would think the complete opposite for both bikes climbing capabilities.
If I was riding less steep and less technical stuff then I think I would be happy with the trance.
I would try and grab a demo ride on a trail as Car park tests are only good for getting a feel for the size of the bike.