Cycler Posted October 29, 2010 Share I am thinking of getting one of these dual suspension models bikes - not top of the range all carbon. I want to ride comfortably, possibly race two or three times a year and have fun on it. I would like opinions of owners (and others) regarding :- how much of a role weight really plays- ride comfort- maintenance- any other issues you may want to raise.- is there a better option ?Thank you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wyatt Earp Posted October 29, 2010 Share Hi Cycler I had a Stumpjumper.My thoughts.A very capable all rounder, a great climber and even better on the descents.The bike is incredibly comfortable and was the best bike I ever rode over a mega ultra distance event for two years in a row.You will be hooked once you have it, but be careful, it's almost like getting sucked in to a cult Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caerus Posted October 29, 2010 Share Very nice bikes - go for it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crasher Posted October 31, 2010 Share They are great bikes had 2 on loan from my cousins whilst in the UK earlier this year one carbon and one alloy they were both great.The carbon bike was quite alot lighter but I liked the Fox on the alloy one Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cycler Posted November 26, 2010 Share They are great bikes had 2 on loan from my cousins whilst in the UK earlier this year one carbon and one alloy they were both great.The carbon bike was quite alot lighter but I liked the Fox on the alloy oneCrasher, do you know how it will compare to the Epic Specialized bikes?Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Top Fuel Posted November 26, 2010 Share I had one of each. The Epic is much more of a race position. 100mm travel. The Stumpy which I still have is way more fun. Relaxed riding position and as already said very good on any level. The new ones have got even more travel than the old ones. It looks like they are 130-140mm travel now. I have had many years of fun on my bike. Good choice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JarradVZ Posted November 26, 2010 Share Hey Cycler, it's an unbelievable all-rounder. Always fun to ride.I'm selling my 2009 model. It's in the classifieds somewhere. Have a look. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Manx18 Posted November 26, 2010 Share I saw the light three years ago and bought a Stumpy FSR Comp. Best decision ever!For the kind of riding you mention it's perfect, a trail bike that can race too on occasion. Compared to an equivalent specced Epic: it's heavier by a touch, but much more relaxed geometry, and probably somewhat more robust. Maintenance is similar to what you'd have on any dual susser (excluding the top-end Spez Brain suspension bits which mine doesn't have) with shocks and pivots to care for. Technical and product support from Spez has been excellent as well. The only thing I'll change on my next one is to make it a 29'er. Enjoy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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