Would you upgrade?

[ebenvn]

I currently ride a 2011 Silverback Surplus 1. I really like the bike and have no issues with it... BUT I saw the Specialized end of year sale and now want to buy the Epic frame and rebuild all my components onto this?

 

Do you reckon its a good idea or should I rather stay with my carbon hardtail? Also, would you buy the 2010 or 2011 (R4k more) frame?

Edited January 6, 2012 by ebenvn

[Dsan]

#firstworldproblems

[CAAD4]

Bugger the recession, go big and go home on the 2011.....

[ebenvn]

Bugger the recession, go big and go home on the 2011.....

 

Thx Caad4! I have however started thinking if it is worth it... I actually really like my Silverback, and dont know if it is neccesary to get a dual susser?

 

O yes, also found this: http://www.bikeradar.com/news/article/specializeds-2011-mountain-bikes-epic-camber-and-more-26771/

Edited January 6, 2012 by ebenvn

[mad bout mtb]

I know a guy who used to swear by carbon hardtails but he now rides a carbon epic dual sus and say that he can't believe it took him so long to get a dualsus. He's loving the dual

[DJR]

I will never go back to a hardtail simply because the full suspension is soooooo much more comfortable and forgiving, especially on long and rough rifes.

 

If you do mostly smoother stuff, don't do long epic rides and/or are young and tough, stick with the hardtail by all means. If you are older (smart),like comfort, enjoy technical and endurace rides, get the dual suspension.