Feedback need on buying a new Mtn Bike

[Hummer Aficionado_VT]

I have a KHS XC 504, and its a beauty!

BTW: I'm 6'2" 240, so we're similar. Check 'em out!

[NewHummerGuy]

The only question for you I would have is what will be the primary use of the bike. Will you be doing more downhill technical riding than normal flat trail rides??? If not then a hardtail with front shock would probably be better.

I have a full suspension Iron Horse but I use it at ski resorts going down hill. F/S bikes are a lot heavier and make for some labor filled rides on the flats.

Just my .02 worth

[CO Hummer]

Originally Posted by NewHummerGuy

If not then a hardtail with front shock would probably be better.

I totally agree. If you are only spending 500-1000, then stay away from a full suspension bike or you're going to get a pile of crap that weighs 40+ lbs. Get a Specialized, Giant, or Jamis hardtail - best value for the money IMO.

[ChiHummer3]

I have a Giant and am very happy with it.

[timgco]

It really depends on teh type of rides you'll be doing with it.

Those frames you pictured looked like downhill bikes.

In that price range, get a fron susp. bike only (as CO mentioned). You want to make sure you are getting some good components for your money. If you don;t you'll have a full susp. bike with busted parts and will end up spending outside your budget to keep it going.

Look into Specialized.

[Hucky]

If you weight that much and your after a full suspension bike, you will hate it in the long run, youd be better off buying a motorcycle, seriously.

If its exercise your after and you just are trying to look cool on a cool bike, forget about it. Buy a Townie for exercise, more ergonomic, rigid too.

Most people make mistakes buying full suspension bikes thinking that theyre fun, they are but only if your not pedaling, can you say POGO STICK.

If you want to maximize your purchase buy something off of craigslist or ebay or a local bike shop that sells used bikes.

Good Luck

[RubHer Yellow Ducky]

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MY DOWNHILL RACER !!!

[DDWH]

Originally Posted by CO Hummer

I totally agree. If you are only spending 500-1000, then stay away from a full suspension bike or you're going to get a pile of crap that weighs 40+ lbs. Get a Specialized, Giant, or Jamis hardtail - best value for the money IMO.

Most bang for the buck is the 08 Jamis lineup. I have never been a huge fan of Jamis, but they really went through and tweeked the 08 bikes. Better quality and components with aggresive price points.

Specialized has some nice bikes in your price range aswell, but I haven't looked to see what they are doing for 08.

Giant will have some nice bikes aswell. I have been riding Giant for XC training and racing for 5+ years now. Love'em!

Just look to get a decent set of componets mix and disc brakes.

[bparker]

Gottcha, I will have a look at them as well. Thanks

[DRTYFN]

Originally Posted by Hummer Aficionado_VT

I have a KHS XC 504, and its a beauty!

BTW: I'm 6'2" 240, so we're similar. Check 'em out!

And it's all rock solid muscle.