DiscoDave Posted April 20, 2019 Posted April 20, 2019 I’m in the market for my first dual-sus. I’ve narrowed my interests down to the Giant Anthem 1 or the Scott Genius, both 2018. They are very different, the Giant is a solid XC with GX groupset and carbon rims and the Genius a full-on trail bike with 150mm travel on the front suspension and a XT groupset. I’ll be doing more single track short-rides which seems to favour the Genius’ setup. Any suggestions?
Rocket-Boy Posted April 20, 2019 Posted April 20, 2019 I’m in the market for my first dual-sus. I’ve narrowed my interests down to the Giant Anthem 1 or the Scott Genius, both 2018. They are very different, the Giant is a solid XC with GX groupset and carbon rims and the Genius a full-on trail bike with 150mm travel on the front suspension and a XT groupset. I’ll be doing more single track short-rides which seems to favour the Genius’ setup. Any suggestions?The genius will be more fun, it would get my vote.
Ruru Posted April 20, 2019 Posted April 20, 2019 I’ve got an Anthem 2. I do single tracks as fast as I can, but no jumps or massive drops. I haven’t ridden a longer travel bike, but coming from a relatively entry level 27.5 hard tail, the anthem is in a totally different (better) class than my old hard tail. Its a great bike. I enjoy doing gravel climbs, so the xc set up suits me better. Try to demo both. The extra squish on the Genius will be fun when pointing down. Don’t know if I would want to peddle is more than a few hundred meters uphill.
BaGearA Posted April 20, 2019 Posted April 20, 2019 I’m in the market for my first dual-sus. I’ve narrowed my interests down to the Giant Anthem 1 or the Scott Genius, both 2018. They are very different, the Giant is a solid XC with GX groupset and carbon rims and the Genius a full-on trail bike with 150mm travel on the front suspension and a XT groupset. I’ll be doing more single track short-rides which seems to favour the Genius’ setup. Any suggestions?go something in the 130mm range rather , will ab able to attack trails and pedal a bit better than A 150mm tank Giant TranceMerida One-twenty Scott spark 920/940Spez Stumjumper ST are good choices HOWEVER if you're dead set on the original two then take the genius will be the more fun bike by far
DieselnDust Posted April 20, 2019 Posted April 20, 2019 The twin lock on the genius will limit travel in the climb mode to 100 mm if I recall correctly. So it may feel like an xc bike going up BUTIt's a heavy bike more suited to the downs.Probably the more fun bike of the two
Grease_Monkey Posted April 20, 2019 Posted April 20, 2019 If you are stuck between the two I'd split the difference and buy the new Giant Trance 29". Can do what both of those bikes can very well.
Captain Fastbastard Mayhem Posted April 20, 2019 Posted April 20, 2019 If you are stuck between the two I'd split the difference and buy the new Giant Trance 29". Can do what both of those bikes can very well.Yep. If I were buying a new bike now it'd be right at the top of the list of options.
Me rida my bicycle Posted April 20, 2019 Posted April 20, 2019 I have been on both the twin lock on the Genius works great for climbing but as mentioned above it is a bit of a tank 15+kg. The Anthem wasn't properly set up but it would be the 1 I would go for, plus I have seen 1 with 120MM up front and worked beautifully!
thebob Posted April 21, 2019 Posted April 21, 2019 Trance 29, Merida 120 or a Scott Spark would get my vote
dannygirl Posted April 21, 2019 Posted April 21, 2019 Bought a 2018 Genius last week after much deliberation - first upgrade to dual sus from my Scott Scale 29er. Got the lesser spec'ed (than the one you're looking at) 750 plus. What clinched the Genius for me was the ability to run both 650b and 29 wheelsets. Was looking to get a 650b for a bit more manoeuvrability, but didn't want to miss out on 29... My experience thus far (only rode G-spot and 20km at Lebanon to date):- yes, the heavier bike (remember I have plus tyres too) is more of a mission uphill.- plus size tyres are fantastic! The extra grip gives a lot more confidence.- twin lockout works well. Does not lock out 100% completely on the climbs though, but more than enough to make it much more rigid.- travel is great- dropper posts are the best thing since sliced bread (my first experience with one!)- pedal strikes are a bit of an issue - I'm on the 650b still, suspect the 29 will lift the bb a bit, but then compromise on agility again... I won't ride this bike clipped in. Loving the genius, and if you're going carbon and 29, I reckon you won't find better...
DiscoDave Posted April 22, 2019 Author Posted April 22, 2019 Bought a 2018 Genius last week after much deliberation - first upgrade to dual sus from my Scott Scale 29er. Got the lesser spec'ed (than the one you're looking at) 750 plus. What clinched the Genius for me was the ability to run both 650b and 29 wheelsets. Was looking to get a 650b for a bit more manoeuvrability, but didn't want to miss out on 29... My experience thus far (only rode G-spot and 20km at Lebanon to date):- yes, the heavier bike (remember I have plus tyres too) is more of a mission uphill.- plus size tyres are fantastic! The extra grip gives a lot more confidence.- twin lockout works well. Does not lock out 100% completely on the climbs though, but more than enough to make it much more rigid.- travel is great- dropper posts are the best thing since sliced bread (my first experience with one!)- pedal strikes are a bit of an issue - I'm on the 650b still, suspect the 29 will lift the bb a bit, but then compromise on agility again... I won't ride this bike clipped in. Loving the genius, and if you're going carbon and 29, I reckon you won't find better...After careful consideration I have decided to settle for the Genius 930, which just seems like a natural fit with my riding style. I’ll report back on my experience after putting it through it’s paces.
DiscoDave Posted April 22, 2019 Author Posted April 22, 2019 Thanks all for your insights! I’m going to take the leap over to Scott and will report back
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