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LePigPen Liked a reply to forum topic New to mountain biking
10/27/2024 7:59pm
absolutely solid choice. SLX and Fox will feel amazing up the mountain and down.
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Cpennino Added a reply to New to mountain biking
10/27/2024 12:15pm So just as a follow up, I decided to go with the Trace 1 for $400 more as it came with the fox front shocks and the SLX crankset and the hematite color looked awesome in person. Thanks again for your guidance.
Cpennino Added a reply to New to mountain biking
10/22/2024 5:10am Appreciate the quick response PigPen. I will definitely keep those things in mind. And is it me, or am I getting a vibe that you like the Giant Trance at this pricepoint...Hahaha. Again, thanks for all the points!
Cpennino Added a reply to New to mountain biking
10/21/2024 8:27pm Thanks so much for the response. Lots of good information and things to consider. Since I made the initial post, I have been looking at the Marin Rift Zone 2 after watching the video put out by our forum, Vital MTB. All riders who tested a number of budget bikes liked the Marin over most other bikes. not sure I...
Cpennino Started a new thread New to mountain biking
10/19/2024 1:28pm Hello all, as the title states I am new to mountain biking on trails. I currently have an old +/- 25 year old Trek 820 with no suspension, still in great shape as I really only road it in the street. Recently, went trail riding with a friend which opened my eyes to how lacking my current bike is especially...
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Cpennino Added a reply to Introduce Yourself
10/19/2024 12:58pm Chris, from Long Island, NY. 52 yrs old. Always rode a bike when I was a kid then graduated to Harleys. Have an old Trek 820 that is most likely 25yrs old. Recently went to a trail with a friend and used the Trek and realized it may be time to get a new bike... Looking at most bikes today...
