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I'm after a hardtail 29er for a 6'4" mate, he is after an all day bike, not a race machine

After a quick look on the web and Paul's Cycles, the best thing I can find is Grand Canyon AL SL 6.9.

Anyone got got any better suggestions.

Cheers Paul.

 
Posted : 02/03/2016 10:17 pm
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Voodoo bizangos get good reviews. Spend the change on a dropper or some other upgrades (lighter wheels etc)

 
Posted : 02/03/2016 10:59 pm
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27+ and can take 29er wheels

The alpkit sondar transmitter looks great for bang on the money

 
Posted : 02/03/2016 11:08 pm
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Both good options (canyon, voodoo), but I'd be wary on their sizing, as there both quite short on the TT (& reach) for someone 6'4", whyte's 29er 2016 range, (not so much with previous years) have a better length, though aren't as good value spec wise

 
Posted : 02/03/2016 11:08 pm
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In my opinion, you can't go wrong with a Trek.

Their X-Cal, and even Superfly smashes it everytime.

That being said, I've heard very good things from Canyon though! Spec value to money is mental!

 
Posted : 02/03/2016 11:10 pm
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What about a Marin Pine Mountain?

 
Posted : 02/03/2016 11:14 pm
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Thakns Loco, but it needs to be a complete bike.

 
Posted : 03/03/2016 10:49 am
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[url= http://www.bikescene.co.uk/Whyte-529-9412-103-0.html ]Whyte 529?[/url]

 
Posted : 03/03/2016 10:52 am
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27+ and can take 29er wheels

The alpkit sondar transmitter looks great for bang on the money

Looks great but don't think it can take a 29er in the back?

 
Posted : 03/03/2016 10:59 am
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I've got the canyon 2012 model I think, I use it for the work commute and the odd 2hr ride, bought it 2nd hand and i've not had a problem with it. Rides fast when your in the mood and with upgrades when bits wear you can get it to a decent weight.

 
Posted : 03/03/2016 11:01 am
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An XL Orange Clockwork 29 would suit the job and can be had for about that budget.

 
Posted : 03/03/2016 11:10 am
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Boardman 29er, join British Cycling for £30 and get 10% off the bike, total cost £830...
Nice to ride and good kit selection too...

 
Posted : 03/03/2016 7:59 pm

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