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[Closed] Tall Boy, TRc or what?

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Here's the thing... I've got two bikes and I'm happy with both of them. I've got a Blur 4X with a 120-160 55 and a c456 HT with a 150mm 44.

However.... in the summer I'm planning a 4/5 day ride around the Alps. I don't fancy riding the B4X uphill for half of a 4 day trip and I don't fancy riding a HT downhill in the Alps day after day.

So..... what is the best bike for everything? I want something that climbs like a jaguar, descends like a rhino and is light enough to put on my back if the pushing turns into carrying.

I like my B4X so similar suspension would be appreciated. But every £1 spent on bike is a £1 I could spend on post-ride beer so less £ is better.

Your suggestions please.


 
Posted : 10/02/2013 9:16 pm
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p.s. I've never ridden a 29er but could quite fancy one.


 
Posted : 10/02/2013 9:20 pm
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Save your money, ride more, get fitter and enjoy the Blur up and down.


 
Posted : 10/02/2013 9:27 pm
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Blur LTc frame on sale at probikeshop.fr would take all your parts, go up better and not lose much on the downs (might even be better)


 
Posted : 10/02/2013 9:32 pm
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Get a cube ams 29er. Make it my size then sell me it cheap.
Second thoughts, stereo super HPC - 160mm, 27.5 wheels, float 34s. Saw one today and look awsumz.


 
Posted : 10/02/2013 9:35 pm
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The LT2 will be amazing in both directions, so will the TR. Grab a demo (SC do these at their dealers over the year)


 
Posted : 10/02/2013 9:37 pm
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Blur LTc frame on sale at probikeshop.fr

Size = small
(unlike me)


 
Posted : 10/02/2013 9:40 pm
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The Tallboy LTc fits the bill perfectly.


 
Posted : 10/02/2013 9:41 pm
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try a few, see what suits you best.

imho, sell them both, buy a TRc and love it. I would say that though.


 
Posted : 10/02/2013 10:06 pm
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[url= http://www.santacruzbikes.co.uk/news/santa-cruz-demo-days-13/151 ]Massive List of SC Demo Days[/url]


 
Posted : 11/02/2013 12:11 am
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Tallboy LTC is a lovely bike and easily rideable all day with a huge reward on the downs. Hardtails are fine in the Alps too but of course without a bit of extra comfort.


 
Posted : 11/02/2013 6:16 am

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