hyperactivesloth
Squid
Hello All,
A quick intro. I have been lurking on RB for some time. In early 2019 I got back on the bike. A Rebel special I purchased 15 years ago because I knew a mate. That sparked the fire. Fast forward to Christmas 2019 and after gifting the missus a new bike I realised that I needed to make a purchase for myself. I tracked down a Giant Talon 2 and picked it up March 2020. During the pandemic I have clocked up 1000's of kms on trails/roads around the Dandenongs. It has served me well at Silvan, Buxton and Lysterfield, all multiple times. Last weekend I was at Mystic in Bright and tackled successfully Hero up and down. Good times on a less than entry level MTB, a XC hardtail, 2by and low end drivetrain. I need more. Not so short intro I guess.
So I am after some wisdom. I'm a early 40s dad that is not out to get hurt, 'cos family. But are in need of a much more capable bike.
My initial thoughts. Full sus' trail with decent shock and fork. I'm 195cm, so XL sizing is needed.
Two options I am looking at:
Canyon Neuron 7 - $3749 / FOX Float DPS Performance / FOX 34 Rythm / XT/SLX
Or
Canyon Spectral 5 - $3899 / FOX X Performance / FOX 36 Rhythm Grip / Deore
Both AL due to cost. The Spectral looks like it would allow we to progress further, a bit more capable. Also, the upgrade over time of the groupset as it wears is a consideration. I am hands on mechanically savvy, so a direct to consumer brand is within my skillset.
What are your thoughts? Am I off the mark? Based on budget and trails do you have an alternative I should consider?
A quick intro. I have been lurking on RB for some time. In early 2019 I got back on the bike. A Rebel special I purchased 15 years ago because I knew a mate. That sparked the fire. Fast forward to Christmas 2019 and after gifting the missus a new bike I realised that I needed to make a purchase for myself. I tracked down a Giant Talon 2 and picked it up March 2020. During the pandemic I have clocked up 1000's of kms on trails/roads around the Dandenongs. It has served me well at Silvan, Buxton and Lysterfield, all multiple times. Last weekend I was at Mystic in Bright and tackled successfully Hero up and down. Good times on a less than entry level MTB, a XC hardtail, 2by and low end drivetrain. I need more. Not so short intro I guess.
So I am after some wisdom. I'm a early 40s dad that is not out to get hurt, 'cos family. But are in need of a much more capable bike.
My initial thoughts. Full sus' trail with decent shock and fork. I'm 195cm, so XL sizing is needed.
Two options I am looking at:
Canyon Neuron 7 - $3749 / FOX Float DPS Performance / FOX 34 Rythm / XT/SLX
Neuron 7
There’s nothing finer than a fast section of technical singletrack that only you and your crew know about, and when it comes to singletrack riding, the Neuron 7 is the best of its class. Experience the all-out fun of full-suspension riding with this versatile all-rounder.
www.canyon.com
Or
Canyon Spectral 5 - $3899 / FOX X Performance / FOX 36 Rhythm Grip / Deore
Spectral 29 AL 5
Fast on flowing singletrack and stable through quick technical sections, the Spectral 5 is capable of taming any trail thanks to its new aluminium frame, progressive geometry, and reliable components.
www.canyon.com
Both AL due to cost. The Spectral looks like it would allow we to progress further, a bit more capable. Also, the upgrade over time of the groupset as it wears is a consideration. I am hands on mechanically savvy, so a direct to consumer brand is within my skillset.
What are your thoughts? Am I off the mark? Based on budget and trails do you have an alternative I should consider?