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October 25, 2016 at 10:52 #199616
Debating on a new bike as I’m sure I’ll have to make a choice with my $800 budget limit for a new or new to me bike. One of the considerations I’m wondering about is whether it would be better to get a FS with front 3 chainring set or HT with 1 chainring?
Most of my riding is trail. I don’t do much ‘big mountain’ downhill stuff. Most of my riding is in Duluth, MN area and I currently ride a Hard Rock Disc.
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October 31, 2016 at 09:56 #200031
at that price point, you’re not likely getting a very good FS bike (all bets are off in the used market, but even a decent used at $800 prolly won’t be great). A good HT is better than a not-so-good FS anyday. I’d go with the HT 1x.
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October 31, 2016 at 14:22 #200058
Thanks for the input. I’ll check out the Giant.
Chris, any thoughts on a HT 1x? I’ve struggled to find anything 1x. I’ve seen some 2x; but striking out on 1x.
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October 31, 2016 at 11:30 #200039
If might find a used 2015 Giant Stance in good shape for that budget, it is a decent entry level FS. It is what I have, I am looking and debating on getting something better, but it is a nice enough bike I don’t really need any better. It will handle anything I am capable of. If not there are plenty of nice HTs available for that price.
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November 1, 2016 at 12:47 #200169
At that price you won’t get a huge upgrade from what you ride now. I’ve seen brand new Giant full-sus for $1500 at my LBS. price is dropped to make room for new bikes on the floor.
I suggest either wait and save some more or sell your Hardrock and use money towards new bike
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November 1, 2016 at 15:11 #200188
Buy a used bike. You can really get some great deals. look for a Stumpjumper hardtail or full suspension bike. At 800 dollars, you aren’t likely to get something that is really worth owning, unless you buy it used.
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November 3, 2016 at 15:35 #200335
Thanks guys! That’s along the lines I was thinking. I’ll put in some overtime and see if I can up the amount. Also, found out there is a big bike swap in April for people selling! I’ll be checking it out. Some LBS bring previous year models looking to move them!
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November 3, 2016 at 16:59 #200341
I know the norco charger has 1X but it might be out of your price range..
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November 3, 2016 at 17:21 #200342
I vote for the hardtail too. Diamondback and Cannondale both make pretty decent inexpensive hardtails. In fact, REI currently has a couple models of the Diamondback Overdrive on sale. The link goes to the Pro model, but they also have the Comp on sale.
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