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Wow, quite a debate. I personally think the 27.5's are a way of the future. Just like the 29ers have dominated the market up until now. But the market is always changing and you can never keep up with the changes. It all comes down to personal preference, what works for one person, doesn't work for another...

Hi, I know this is a much debated subject as there are loyal fans for all the different wheel sizes (26",27.5",29") but I found this write up quite useful and it influenced me to purchase my 2014 27.5" bike. http://reviews.mtbr.com/giant-fully-commited-to-27-5-for-2014

Hi, Quick question. I bought the 2014 Merida Big 7 Tfs 500 this week and was looking through the stats. The dealer told me the fork is a air shock on the 2014 but If I go onto the Rock Shox website it says its a coil shock..? Specs Specifications for XC 30 TK TRAVEL 26": 80/100mm , 29": 80/100mm WHEELS 26", 29" WEIGHT 26": 2180 g, 29": 2322 g DAMPING TurnKey lockout AVAILABLE SPRINGS Coil, Optional spring rates: S1 (extra light), S (light), F (firm), F1 (extra firm). ADJUSTMENTS External rebound and TurnKey lockout, Spring Adjust: Preload STEERER OPTIONS 1-1/8" STKM steel, 1-1/8" aluminum (-163g), XL 1-1/8" steel, XL 1-1/8" aluminum, 1.5" to 1-1/8" tapered aluminum (-123g), 1.5" aluminum (-146g) CROWN Forged 6061 T-6 externally pocketed aluminum UPPER TUBES 30mm, STKM straight wall steel, Satin Nickel finish LOWERS Magnesium, 9mm QR, post disc mount, boss or disc specific, 26" Lower Leg Option: Boss or disc specific RECOMMENDED REAR SHOCK Monarch R MAXIMUM ROTOR SIZE 26": 185mm, 29": 180mm COLOR OPTIONS Black, White, Silver, Diffusion Black, Diffusion Silver REMOTES PopLoc remote OTHER Upgrade: Over XC 28 TK 29: 30mm chassis, four-piece bushings I am new to mountain biking and just want someone with knowledge of these bikes to clarify that it is an air shock because that can have a huge factor on the price of the bike. Thanks

Thanks for the info guys!!

Hi, I am getting back into mountain biking. Need some advice with kit to suite my pocket: 1) Best Mtb Helmet (Budget R1500) 2) Best Mtb Shoes (Budget R1500) 3) Best computer (Budget R1000) Thanks

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Hi Guys, I am new on TheHub, so firstly, Hi! I am looking at getting a good quality mountain bike with a good group set that can last many years - will be buying two of these, one for me and one for my father. The 2014 Merida Tfs 500 Big Nine caught my eye because it has a good group set and air shocks with remote lockout. Just a few questions: 1) Price, what would this bike go for - best deal ? (please specify where) 2) Performance, anyone has this bike or the previous years? We will primarily use this bike for single trail with the odd technical sections. (ie. Groenkloof, Modderfontein) Thanks Guys!