Big Bike Thread

SDK^ · 13 Apr 2008 at 21:56

I would get a Specialized Enduro SL. Tested one today and it was awesome; really plush.
Also tested a Giant Reign X and it didn't feel as planted or as chuckable as the Enduro

Genoma · 13 Apr 2008 at 22:15

The Enduro SL was my first choice, I went with the SC Heckler due to the issues with the in house suspension and haven't regreted it.

Supercow · 14 Apr 2008 at 08:36

Cheers for the replies guys....grrrr decision is getting harder, rather than easier

I think MBUK next month has a full blown "top 20 favourite bikes" etc, might hang on to read those reviews too.

SDK^ · 14 Apr 2008 at 09:00

Genoma said:
The Enduro SL was my first choice, I went with the SC Heckler due to the issues with the in house suspension and haven't regretted it.

There are always teething troubles with new products. Specialized have launched a 5 year Warranty to cover suspension failures, which is pretty good

Supercow · 14 Apr 2008 at 11:51

Gonna go give the Reign x1 and the Spec SX a try this arvo, found a bike shop close to work.
At least a sit on both might sway me in a direction

chimponarope · 14 Apr 2008 at 11:58

I know it's not on your list but have you considered an Orange Patriot? I loved mine as a do everything bike. I've currently got the old enduro (same frame as the SX Trail) and it's an awesome bike too.

Supercow · 14 Apr 2008 at 16:41

I have considered it, however I hate the garish paint jobs on all oranges

bcjames · 14 Apr 2008 at 16:56

sup3rc0w said:
I have considered it, however I hate the garish paint jobs on all oranges

Wouldn't call the grey on the model on the previous page particually garish

Supercow · 14 Apr 2008 at 17:08

Ah ok^^
well all the models I looked at were all ORANGE , or GREEN etc

SDK^ · 14 Apr 2008 at 17:31

sup3rc0w said:
Ah ok^^
well all the models I looked at were all ORANGE , or GREEN etc

For an extra £50 you can choose any frame colour you want.

Bunka · 14 Apr 2008 at 17:42

SDK^ said:
For an extra £50 you can choose any frame colour you want.

Something like metallic purple would be awesome.

glitch · 14 Apr 2008 at 17:59

sup3rc0w said:
Ah ok^^
well all the models I looked at were all ORANGE , or GREEN etc

Chrome Grey, Fools Gold, Metallic Black and Pearl Black are all quite classy colours, albeit a bit boring, and suit the chunky FS frames well. I have seen a 5 in a matte black finish too but I think that must either be a '07 model or a custom job.

ichabod crane · 14 Apr 2008 at 18:06

glitch said:
Chrome Grey, Fools Gold, Metallic Black and Pearl Black are all quite classy colours, albeit a bit boring, and suit the chunky FS frames well. I have seen a 5 in a matte black finish too but I think that must either be a '07 model or a custom job.

The Brighter the better i say! will see you coming down the tracks a mile off, shame my bike is black :mad:

Supercow · 14 Apr 2008 at 18:09

I'd like a plain coloured frame, but with BLING rims and spokes

chimponarope · 15 Apr 2008 at 08:44

If it's just the paint on the orange stopping you, try getting in touch with them. Since it's all done in house up there they would probably do you virtually any colour.

If you like bling rims and spokes it'd have to be Industry 9 wheels surely? http://www.industrynine.net/ :cool:

Supercow · 16 Apr 2008 at 16:49

Specialized SX Trail FSR 1 ordered!

chimponarope · 17 Apr 2008 at 09:15

Very nice. Hope you enjoy it!

glitch · 17 Apr 2008 at 13:08

Remember to take a photo with the Hovis when she arrives!

Supercow · 17 Apr 2008 at 13:39

glitch said:
Remember to take a photo with the Hovis when she arrives!

I don't do hovis, but I do semi-skimmed
http://forums.overclockers.co.uk/showthread.php?t=17857330

glitch · 17 Apr 2008 at 14:00

You'll have the respect of the biking community if you can adopt that same pose with your new SX Trail when it arrives!