Sighnide Posted January 9, 2009 Posted January 9, 2009 < ="-" ="text/; =utf-8">< name="ProgId" ="Word.">< name="Generator" ="Microsoft Word 12">< name="Originator" ="Microsoft Word 12"><> Decisions, Decisions..... So I have come to point where a significant upgrade is needed (not wanted...needed, you know the feeling )The problem is that there are sooo many great bikes around (XC/Trail/Marathon) and I missed out on the test day at the end of last year, so I hope all the wise Hubbers can give me a little guidance. In the end this is a personal choice based on fit and feel, riding style etc.. but I'll trust the collective might help (or confuse me...hmmmm) I have narrowed it down to a few and would appreciate any other input before I go try arrange test rides all over the place. THE CONTENDERS: In no particular order - Scott Spark 30, Giant Anthem X1, Spez Stumpy Expert (29er?), Yeti ASR Enduro Thanking you in advance
Sighnide Posted January 9, 2009 Author Posted January 9, 2009 CAn you get a 29er Spex? http://www.specialized.com/bc/SBCBkModel.jsp?spid=39189&eid=95 Sighnide2009-01-09 00:51:59
Sighnide Posted January 9, 2009 Author Posted January 9, 2009 What kind of riding are you doing mostly? XC/Trail/Marathon - Doing Sani in Feb and not sure my hardtail's gonna be comfy for 3 days.
Roons Posted January 9, 2009 Posted January 9, 2009 I am a Specialized fan - big time! I do think that the stumpy is OK - but the guys I ride with classify it as a trick bike! Personally I still think the Epic is the nicest in the range - if you are looking at the Stumpy - also see if you cannot get your hands on the Epic rather.
TitusTi Posted January 9, 2009 Posted January 9, 2009 CAn you get a 29er Spex? http://www.specialized.com/bc/SBCBkModel.jsp?spid=39189&eid=95 How tall are you? If you're tall enough a 29'er would offer significant benefits, and it opens up a whole range of other bikes other than the standard tupperware factory bikes.
Sighnide Posted January 9, 2009 Author Posted January 9, 2009 CAn you get a 29er Spex? http://www.specialized.com/bc/SBCBkModel.jsp?spid=39189&eid=95 How tall are you? If you're tall enough a 29'er would offer significant benefits' date=' and it opens up a whole range of other bikes other than the standard tupperware factory bikes.[/quote'] I am 6'2. What other bikes? I like the 29er concept, never ridden one but read good things.
intern Posted January 9, 2009 Posted January 9, 2009 I'm a big Spez fan as well, have had awesomely good results with my Marathon Epic Carbon over the last year. However, would not go for a stumpy for the type of riding you're suggesting; Spark is very good value for money and is a great platform for upgrading...I would go with the Spark. Everyone I know who has one loves it.
Spaceboy Posted January 9, 2009 Posted January 9, 2009 I am sure your budget will also be a factor. I think the Anthem X1 will be the best value.... but if you can swing it, go for the Yeti!!! What a bike....and you can build it up just the way you want, or can afford Good luck.
Wernervdmerwe Posted January 9, 2009 Posted January 9, 2009 Not wanting to throw any spanners into any works, but I found the Trance was a more comfortable geometry than the Anthem, specially for marathon events?
FasterThanFast Posted January 9, 2009 Posted January 9, 2009 Specialised have rear shock problems, lots of them..Your Scott will be the best allrounderThe Anthem is ExhilaratingI ride a Scott, but that Anthem is Pin Point Acurate...
paulvs Posted January 9, 2009 Posted January 9, 2009 scott is the way to go I ride a scott spark 10 Best bike I've ever ridden Must say my scale was also
SwissVan Posted January 9, 2009 Posted January 9, 2009 Specialised have rear shock problems' date=' lots of them.. Your Scott will be the best allrounderThe Anthem is ExhilaratingI ride a Scott, but that Anthem is Pin Point Acurate...[/quote'] There's can only be one... Specialized [Hijack] Please elaborate on this "Specialised have rear shock problems, lots of them.. [bijack]
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