Good hardtail mountain bikes?
09-15-21, 05:28 AM
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Good hardtail mountain bikes?
I've been looking for a good hardtail mountain bike for around $900 and need help. There are so many options! I think I have narrowed down a good pick: Polygon xtrada 5 2x10. I choose this because it has the following: derailleur hanger, modular chain ring setup, not threaded headset, disc brakes, frame geometry and 11-42 tooth 10 speed cassette with a 22-36 tooth at the front. What do you guys think? I'm a bit hesetant on this option because it is my first mountain bike.
09-15-21, 06:26 AM
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Looks better than what a lot of us started with. If it is available, go for it.
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For $900 it looks fine, though some of those parts brands (tires and cranks) I have not heard of. But cranks are cranks, IMO, and any $900 bike is going to have questionable tires on them.
If someone gave that to me, I think I would upgrade the fork and tires and be fine with the rest. Oh, and you should budget for a dropper post if you plan to ride single-track.
If someone gave that to me, I think I would upgrade the fork and tires and be fine with the rest. Oh, and you should budget for a dropper post if you plan to ride single-track.
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I suggest the Trek Marlin (7, AIR) with Rock Shox (albeit low end), Shimano drivetrain & brakes, and dealer support for about the same price.
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09-30-21, 12:06 PM
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Polygon is a solid direct-to-consumer brand and their bikes are pretty good. You save a little over some of the bigger names like Trek and Specialized, but you also lose out on the relationship with the shop you buy it from. If I was starting out all over again knowing what I know after 25+ yrs mountain biking, I would buy a used bike and take it to my local shop and have them do a once over and tune-up. $900 will get you a decent new bike, but it will also get you a much nicer used bike. And if you stick with mountain biking, it will be a great resource to have a relationship with your LBS. Best of luck
10-02-21, 05:44 PM
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The Specialized Rockhopper Comp is an excellent value and there are both 27.5 and 29" versions. These are also much easier to find at shops at this time. I suspect that in late October there will be a better supply of bikes in the shops and more choices available.
