Trek Marlin 7 2017 VS Silverback Sola 4 VS Momsen AL229

[bologniusmaximus]

Once again I'm posting. I think I've nailed down what kind of bike I want to get my wife. Now it's just for her to try them out and see which one she likes best.

 

So I've been looking at many bikes for myself and have narrowed it down to the following 3 bikes:

 

The Marlin 7: https://www.trekbikes.com/za/en_ZA/bikes/mountain-bikes/cross-country-mountain-bikes/marlin/marlin-7/p/2021600-2017/?colorCode=black

 

The Sola 4: http://cyclelab.com/silverback-sola-4-2016/

 

The Momsen AL229: https://momsenbikes.com/shop/clearance-bikes/mtb-momsen-29-al229-2016-small-x-large/

 

Now I want some opinions from everyone on these, and which you would prefer. It's getting tough for me to decide, but still open to suggestions.

 

And then gear, Bell Helmet or something else?

[bologniusmaximus]

Should add that I've had a test ride on all the above bikes. And I really like the suspension on the Marlin. But still, give it to me people!

[Mr lee]

If you are getting them all at the same price the Trek has the better component set compared to the rest, although the rear derailleur on the Sola is 1 level better than that of the TREK. Rock Shox is definately better than the Suntour shocks on the other bikes.

 

You also need to like the look and feel of the bike cause you need to be happy with it for the next few years.