Stanton Sherpa,anyo...
 

  You don't need to be an 'investor' to invest in Singletrack: 6 days left: 95% of target - Find out more

[Closed] Stanton Sherpa,anyone got one,opinions please

17 Posts
10 Users
0 Reactions
77 Views
Posts: 0
Free Member
Topic starter
 

I'm looking at getting one to replace my recently sold Cotic Solaris,anyone tried or got one?,what do you think of them?


 
Posted : 29/11/2014 7:07 pm
Posts: 0
Free Member
 

I have one. It's absurdly capable and fun to ride. I've done all day XC rides, trail centres, big natural rides and even chuck it down parts of the Y Mynydd downhill track (probably not advised in the manual).

The geometry is solid, efficient pedalling but descends well, and the short back end keeps it from feeling like a barge. Also being nice steel the ride is really comfy and supple.

I've pretty much only been using my full-sus for bike parks, DH, uplift days etc since I got it. I'm actually thinking of going to only having the Sherpa and a DH bike, it's that much fun and that capable - providing of course that you have the skills to pay the bills.


 
Posted : 29/11/2014 8:40 pm
Posts: 2369
Free Member
 

Genuine question, as a Solaris owner, what are you looking for from the Sherpa that the Cotic didn't provide?

Not trolling. Just curious.


 
Posted : 29/11/2014 8:45 pm
Posts: 0
Free Member
 

Probably one of the best bikes I've ever ridden.... It's put my canyon fs in the garage for the last 4 months!! As blacknose says it's insanely capable and really comfortable for all day rides and messing about at trail centres.... I've ridden mine as a ss and geared and look forward to riding it.


 
Posted : 29/11/2014 8:46 pm
Posts: 0
Free Member
 

Related:

[img] ?1[/img]


 
Posted : 29/11/2014 8:51 pm
Posts: 0
Free Member
Topic starter
 

Normal Man,i had the Solaris for 3 years and enjoyed it,just fancied something new is all


 
Posted : 29/11/2014 9:06 pm
Posts: 2369
Free Member
 

Cool, thanks. I'd certainly consider one if I didn't have the Solaris or was looking for a change.


 
Posted : 29/11/2014 9:11 pm
Posts: 0
Free Member
 

I am curious on sizing at 6ft is the 19" the right size to be on? I have tried medium and large souls previously and never been totally comfortable on either?
Richard


 
Posted : 30/11/2014 7:17 am
Posts: 0
Free Member
 

I'm also 6' and the 19 is a perfect fit.


 
Posted : 30/11/2014 9:44 am
Posts: 0
Free Member
 

Great thanks, need to get a ride on one I think.
Richard


 
Posted : 30/11/2014 10:11 am
Posts: 0
Free Member
 

sorry to dig up an oldish thread but what length travel forks are people running on their Sherpa's?

thanks


 
Posted : 27/12/2014 5:45 pm
Posts: 0
Free Member
Topic starter
 

I run 120mm Reba's on mine,feels very good,i love this bike!


 
Posted : 27/12/2014 7:38 pm
 fbk
Posts: 1
Free Member
 

120mm Floats - I wouldn't want anything less tbh but I enjoy the downs more 🙂


 
Posted : 27/12/2014 7:45 pm
Posts: 0
Free Member
 

120mm Traces' here. Seems to be a theme...!


 
Posted : 27/12/2014 8:23 pm
Posts: 0
Free Member
 

cool thanks, website says between 80-120 100 being best.
i tend to run longer forks so good to hear people running 120.
might look at getting one would be my 1st 29er...


 
Posted : 27/12/2014 9:06 pm
Posts: 0
Free Member
 

Beauty of a frame, genuine joy to ride, you wouldn't regret it!


 
Posted : 27/12/2014 10:48 pm
Posts: 0
Free Member
 

120 X fusion on mine. Enjoying it so far but haven't done a huge amount on it yet.


 
Posted : 27/12/2014 11:20 pm
Posts: 0
Free Member
 

What are these frames like for mile munching? I don't race so am looking at either this or the Solaris built light as a XC/training bike that is fun on the descents to compliment my 160mm bike. If anyone is selling a 19" give me a shout please.


 
Posted : 08/01/2015 8:47 pm

6 DAYS LEFT
We are currently at 95% of our target!