Dual sus vs hardtail

[Cav']

Let's put it this way - what is your budget?

If we know that we can tell you which is the better option etc

[North Shore]

Let's put it this way - what is your budget?

If we know that we can tell you which is the better option etc

I have to agree. DS are definitely way more fun, but the cheaper duallies tend to be very heavy and cumbersome. If you're looking at more entry level DS then I'd recommend you rather go for a better spec'd hardtail.

[tunariaan]

I had a steel ht and after that an alu ht before a top of the range carbon Scott Scale. Of the 3 the Scale was super light and stiff, plus it had a carbon bar and post, but it also had the harshest ride imo. On 3 hr+ rides around Pretoria I felt beat up like never before. Just because a frame is made with material with the potential for more comfort, does not mean it was designed to be more comfortable. I can still race fast on my Ellsworth Truth, but I enjoy the ride much more than the Scale.

i have this Scott Scale you talk about and i love this bike, climb really well and i use it alot on xc and also single track, awesome machine for me

Just shows what works for one doesnt always work for the other one

[Cervelo101]

Keep in mind precisely what your strengths and weaknesses are as well. If you can climb up hills quite easily but sort of suck at the technicals, then a dual suspension can be your answer. Vic versa, would be better at a hardtail.

Then there is also the fact that dual susepnsion are supposed to increase traction.

For example the cannondale scalpel 26er with its pivotless design feel just like a hardtail (sort of lighter than most as well) but has a bit of travel (specific type of travel) that allows you to gain traction on technical parts so you don't go over the handlebars while it allows for standing climbs on fine surfaces (whereas a hardtail would spin out).

All, depends. I would reccomend riding a couple of dual suspension and hartails.