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joy of essex

Explain Hard tails to me.
« on: 27 May, 2023, 08:27:49 am »
So, I'm looking for a bike to ride the King Alfreds Way and similar off road trails in
Don't want to use a gravel bike and have come to the conclusion that a hard tail MTB is the way to go; but what type?
 
Confused by what's on offer. Is an XC the way to or doesn't it matter ?
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PaulF

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Re: Explain Hard tails to me.
« Reply #1 on: 27 May, 2023, 09:26:34 am »
Problem is every manufacturer has their own definition:) but a cross country is broadly what you need. But some cross country bikes are full suspension…

But for what you want a basic hard tail with 80-100mm travel on the front suspension should be fine. Think everything comes with disc brakes these days so decide a budget and pick a few bikes in your price range to try.
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joy of essex

Re: Explain Hard tails to me.
« Reply #2 on: 27 May, 2023, 12:36:36 pm »
Thanks, Boardman MHTs or Trek Marlins seem to fit  the bill.
Other thing to contend with is weight..
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PaulF

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Re: Explain Hard tails to me.
« Reply #3 on: 27 May, 2023, 04:18:58 pm »
Quote from: joy of essex on 27 May, 2023, 12:36:36 pm

Other thing to contend with is weight..


Above or below the saddle? ;D
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joy of essex

Re: Explain Hard tails to me.
« Reply #4 on: 27 May, 2023, 05:28:56 pm »
Mostly below.
Looks 13.5kg seems to be the going rate.
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onerousdeporte

Re: Explain Hard tails to me.
« Reply #5 on: 08 June, 2023, 12:32:44 am »
What to try my on one lurcher?  It is soot so very light.
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