MK5 Golf GTI
General => Random Chat => Topic started by: tommy_a on June 13, 2011, 09:19:36 pm
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Hello all you MTB'ers !! :grin:
Ive recently gotten into camping and feel the need to get a mountain bike !! ive been to a bike shop near me to get some info and have a couple of test rides.
ive test ridden a Revolution Triad 2.0 @ £599.99 and felt it very comfortable and easy to ride. (today was the first time ive been on a bike in over 10 years !! :surprised:)
Is this a decent bike for the money ?? and can any of you recomend me a decent mountain bike for around £5-600 ?? i dont need a full on full suspension downhill bike, just need something to mooch around the countryside on !! :D
cheers guys !! :happy2:
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I have just got back into riding my bike again in fact just got in from a ride and I am enjoying it loads. Try Evans cycles or look for a decathlon store as they both do good bikes
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Check out Cube. German built and very well thought of. As soon as I have a spare few quid im having one! :happy2:
http://www.cultracing.com/categories/Bikes/Mountain-Bikes/?price_min=0&price_max=1199&sort=featured
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Specialized Hardrock, Boardman Hardtail comp, Scott Aspect. But to be honest, as long as you don't go finding a Fleabay special, you'll be fine. Make sure there's a good frame, the running gear can be upgraded as & when it wears out.
If you aren't choosy about the latest colours & kit, buy a 2010 model & save more money. For a good unbiased price point breakdown, go forth to thy newsagent & purchase What Mountain Bike magazine. There's a great buyers guide section at the back.
Reserve some of your budget for helmet, Camelbak, gloves, shorts (padded cycling shorts are a must).
I recommend finding your Local Bike Shop (LBS) and go ask questions. The support from a good LBS beats the hell out of internet bargains. Plus they should advise you on sizing the frame, adjusting the riding position & so on.
Finally check (if applicable) in case your employer runs the Cycle To Work scheme; it's a great way to get a bike for little outlay.
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More info here:
http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,23164.msg308171.html#msg308171
http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,27976.msg357362.html#msg357362
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have a look on www.evanscycles.co.uk
i would buy Scott Scales all day long mate, well built good quality frame and bike.
http://www.evanscycles.com/products/scott/scale-80-2011-mountain-bike-ec025365?query=scott%20scale
well worth the money
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hia guys, cheers for all the info !! had a good look around and got even more confused about what to buy !!
i went to my local Evans cycle shop and had a look around and spotted a Commencal Premier Pro. I didnt look at the price at first i just liked the way it looked !!:whistle:
when i looked at the it was up for £699, which was about £100 over what i really wanted to pay, but i then noticed it had been reduced from £849.99. now im not too sure if this is the best bike i could have got for the money but the fact it was reduced and looked great sealed the deal !!
ive been out and about on it all afternoon and im knackered !! went through the local woods around an old dirt bike route which was awesome !! my legs are ruined now but it was worth it !! :D:D
let me know what you think !!
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fv725%2Ftommy306pug%2FIMG_5060.jpg&hash=2783e35d95d8c6cfc12bee9c02bd63de7b82c6ed)
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looks like a good bike for the £££ do the shocks have adjustable damping on em at all ?
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i dont think they are adjustable, but they do have a lock on them to keep them stiff when on the road !! :smiley:
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looks like a good bike for the £££ do the shocks have adjustable damping on em at all ?
Yes, the forks are Rock Shox Tora, and perform very well for this price point. They are adjustable for rebound, as well as lock out.
http://www.sram.com/rockshox/category/105
Now get out, ride & enjoy. Upgrade stuff when it wears out, otherwise just enjoy.
Cracking hardtail.
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And make sure the bike is set up to fit you properly:
http://www.bikeradar.com/fitness/article/beginner-technique-how-to-set-up-your-mountain-bike-22707/
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I've got a Cube XMS. Was speaking to the shop assistant and he said they're really good value for money. The equivalent components on other makes cost more apparently. Not looked into it too much but you should be looking for a decent hardtail for that kind of money.
Defo recommend Cube though.
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thanks for that guide fella spot on :drinking:
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see i dont even know what this bike can do !! :laugh:
i think i need to get bigger pedals as the ones on it at the moment are a little too narrow for my big feet and they keep slipping off !! but like you say, i can just upgrade as and when !!
so have i made a good purchase then ?? :smiley:
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my bikes a bit crap but had it years and not hardly used it :grin: but now i am on it atleast 3 times a week at the mo and loving it. Best thing is got my son his first bike a few months ago and have been using a Trail Gator to pull him and god its hard work :signLOL:
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I have recent copy of MBR magazine that tested bikes upto £600 - the Specialised Hardrock Pro & Kona Nunu cNet out very well. Upto £800 the KHS Alite 2000 & Cube LtD Comp were best. The KHS in particular came out extremely well.
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Nice looking bike.
Forks look like rock shox recon which are much nicer than toras. Make sure you get the pressure right and if I'm correct the rebound adjustment will be on the bottom of the fork with lockout at the top. I cannot stress enought have much different fork adjustment can make to the feel of the bike!
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Been toying with the idea of building a bike over time maybe picking up a nice frame and just build it over time
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Another cube fan here I have a LTD pro which has never gone wrong unlike my full Susser a lapierre zesty which is always broke
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Sorry to jump in but I've been looking at bikes recently too. Was wanting to spend no more than about £400 for the amount I'll use it. Will be using it around where I live (in the countryside, nothing too extreme).
Which of these would be best......
http://www.cubebikeshop.co.uk/epages/es137350.sf/en_GB/?ObjectPath=/Shops/es137350/Products/%22Cube%20Aim%202011%22/SubProducts/%22Cube%20Aim%202011-blue00%22 (http://www.cubebikeshop.co.uk/epages/es137350.sf/en_GB/?ObjectPath=/Shops/es137350/Products/%22Cube%20Aim%202011%22/SubProducts/%22Cube%20Aim%202011-blue00%22)
http://www.scotbycycles.co.uk/bikes-c19/mountain-mens-c31/specialized-hardrock-disc-2011-p173 (http://www.scotbycycles.co.uk/bikes-c19/mountain-mens-c31/specialized-hardrock-disc-2011-p173)
Cheers,
Matt
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Try picking up a 2010 of either of those & you should save a bit more on the list price. I'd pick the spesh myself.
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http://www.scotbycycles.co.uk/bikes-c19/mountain-mens-c31/specialized-hardrock-disc-2011-p173 (http://www.scotbycycles.co.uk/bikes-c19/mountain-mens-c31/specialized-hardrock-disc-2011-p173)
would be my choice
remember that also most big name brands change to there 2012 models in september so all the 2011 stuff gets discounted heavily :happy2:
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I have recent copy of MBR magazine that tested bikes upto £600 - the Specialised Hardrock Pro & Kona Nunu cNet out very well. Upto £800 the KHS Alite 2000 & Cube LtD Comp were best. The KHS in particular came out extremely well.
My missus actual got a Kona Nunu when I bough mine. She wasnt too sure what she wanted aswell so she just asked the sales bloke and he recommended the Nunu. And for the £500 she paid for it, it's a great bike! Obviously not as good as mine though! :D