Entry level hardtail
Discussion
Been a road rider for a few years now and looking start exploring the local woods/trails etc. what's considered the go to entry/mid level bike or anything to consider when looking at the different options?
Been looking at both the Specialized Rockhopper and the Trek Marlin as they seem to be the most recommended but are there any others or is one better than the other?
Would be looking to spend about 500-700 ish
Been looking at both the Specialized Rockhopper and the Trek Marlin as they seem to be the most recommended but are there any others or is one better than the other?
Would be looking to spend about 500-700 ish
https://www.chainreactioncycles.com/p/ragley-marle...
Step 1. Buy.
Step 2. Enjoy.
A lot better than either of your two options above. Yes it’s at the top end of your budget, but a great spec for a relatively budget bike.
Step 1. Buy.
Step 2. Enjoy.
A lot better than either of your two options above. Yes it’s at the top end of your budget, but a great spec for a relatively budget bike.
I bought my son a Giant Talon a few years ago now - he never really uses it so it's now my spare bike alongside my full sus Orange Alpine.
It's an impressive confidence inspiring bike with a decent spec for the money (it only cost around £750) - I used it through the winter and never really missed rear suspension, I would definately get another.
Could be another option?
It's an impressive confidence inspiring bike with a decent spec for the money (it only cost around £750) - I used it through the winter and never really missed rear suspension, I would definately get another.
Could be another option?
TT1138 said:
https://www.chainreactioncycles.com/p/ragley-marle...
Step 1. Buy.
Step 2. Enjoy.
A lot better than either of your two options above. Yes it’s at the top end of your budget, but a great spec for a relatively budget bike.
Big thumbs up for Ragley, excellent bikes.Step 1. Buy.
Step 2. Enjoy.
A lot better than either of your two options above. Yes it’s at the top end of your budget, but a great spec for a relatively budget bike.
I've got a Vitus Rapide 29 that I leave in our camper, very happy with it for less than £700
https://www.chainreactioncycles.com/p/vitus-rapide...
https://www.chainreactioncycles.com/p/vitus-rapide...
TT1138 said:
https://www.chainreactioncycles.com/p/ragley-marle...
Step 1. Buy.
Step 2. Enjoy.
A lot better than either of your two options above. Yes it’s at the top end of your budget, but a great spec for a relatively budget bike.
That’s a bloody good deal there. I’m tempted myself Step 1. Buy.
Step 2. Enjoy.
A lot better than either of your two options above. Yes it’s at the top end of your budget, but a great spec for a relatively budget bike.
TT1138 said:
https://www.chainreactioncycles.com/p/ragley-marle...
Step 1. Buy.
Step 2. Enjoy.
A lot better than either of your two options above. Yes it’s at the top end of your budget, but a great spec for a relatively budget bike.
Gets my vote.Step 1. Buy.
Step 2. Enjoy.
A lot better than either of your two options above. Yes it’s at the top end of your budget, but a great spec for a relatively budget bike.
TT1138 said:
https://www.chainreactioncycles.com/p/ragley-marle...
Step 1. Buy.
Step 2. Enjoy.
A lot better than either of your two options above. Yes it’s at the top end of your budget, but a great spec for a relatively budget bike.
Keep eyeing this up myself now, then looking at the next level up spec wise quickly escalates.. Step 1. Buy.
Step 2. Enjoy.
A lot better than either of your two options above. Yes it’s at the top end of your budget, but a great spec for a relatively budget bike.
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