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So the time has come to treat myself to that new fs that I 'need'
So I've had a few demos on the Whyte T-130 and am pretty sold but can't decide which model/ year to go for.
I've never ridden a 1x11 and am struggling to get a demo on one for comparison and with the whytes you can't change back to 2x11 if you don't get on with it. Option are:
1) 2015 T-130s reduced from £2300 to £1980. Rev forks, 2x10 etc
2) 2016 T-130s, revs, 1x11 £2299 with 0% interest available
3) Last years T-130 scr Works reduced from £3000 to £2500 pikes, 1x11
Note that the geometry on the T130 is slightly 'longer' for 2016
The works has a different back end to the "s". Supposedly stiffer
Get the works, stiffer frame and fork.
Thanks guys. I think I'm correct in saying last years works has the same frame as this years s? I'm thinking the extra spec such as forks, wheels and tyres alone make the works better value for money. Only reservation is the 1x11. I run 2x10 on my handrail and very rarely use the granny ring. I'm sure this has been covered before but are the gear ratios roughly the same on 1x11?
Selling my T130 Works SCR in large, in case you're interested.
http://singletrackmag.com/forum/topic/whyte-t130-works-scr-large-with-upgrades
Thanks for the offer but unfortunately I'm a short*rse so need a medium