Sub £400 Hardtail bike.

plasmahal · 4 Aug 2013 at 15:15

Hi,

So I'm looking at a £400 spend on a hardtail MTB for light off road/trail use and maybe in the future (once fitness level allows) riding to my local train station.

I don't want a hybrid bike as I like the idea of front suspension but a set I can lock out.

I have not bought a bike for a while so I'm shopping around.

Found these so far:

http://www.halfords.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_storeId_10001_catalogId_10151_productId_810709_langId_-1_categoryId_165499

or

http://www.rutlandcycling.com/44899/Diamondback-Response-Men-s-Mountain-Bike-.html

Not familiar with the brands so would appreciate any advice on these or suggestions on other bikes welcome.

Thanks.

plasmahal · 4 Aug 2013 at 15:32

nemtizz said:
http://www.rutlandcycling.com/43406/Specialized-Hardrock-Disc-Hardtail-Mountain-Bike---2013.html

Thanks but it doesn't have lockout on the forks, I'll keep it in mind though.

plasmahal · 10 Aug 2013 at 11:28

**UPDATE**

Ok, took a drive over to Grafham cycling this morning.

Had a good look around and a chat with bike guy in store.

Came away with this....

http://www.rutlandcycling.com/43730/Scott-Aspect-650-Hardtail-Mountain-Bike---2013-Sale.html

Just what i needed and a good brand and lightweight bike as well.

I'll update later with pictures etc.

plasmahal · 10 Aug 2013 at 14:19

So here's What I got:

Scott Aspect 650 bike = £330.99
Specialized align helmet = £29.99
Specialized Dirt Saddle bag = £15.99
Gore Power 2.0 gloves = £16.99
Topeak DX II pump = £16.99
Specialized 26x2.2 inner tube = £5.99
Raleigh nylon tyre levers = £2.99

Grand total (inc VAT) = £419.93

plasmahal · 10 Aug 2013 at 16:57

Beerbaron said:
Looks good. Might be worth changing those horrible pedals that come on most new bikes.

Agreed, when cash allows i will plus some better tyres, other than it's all quality stuff.