TeknoKing

Hey guys,

So I'm looking for a new mountain bike to conquer the streets of NYC and the trails. I'm sticking to three brands Trek, Raleigh or Niner (if I can get a good price on it.)

I've always rode the 26, I like it for it's maneuverability and accident avoidance (NYC.. everything and everyone is in your way)...

I need a bike that will be comfortable (not hurt my nuggets too much) and able to take pavement punishment.. 140mm I guess will do the trick.

Anyone has experienced any 29ers? Please share your stories.

Thanks!

ReflexRacing_com

I have a Trek 3900...Support your local LBS (local bike shop) and religiously visit: http://forums.mtbr.com/

Helped me tremendously when I was researching mtn bikes! Happy Riding!

stogie1020

There is an entire mountain bike thread in Ramblings.




https://acurazine.com/forums/showthr...light=mountain

#1 STUNNA

TIL there's mountains in NYC....

coykiam

+1 for mtbr.com...great place for bikes. I have Trek 4300 and just also got back to riding. Need to tune her up tho.

TeknoKing

Yes, I am on the mtbr guys, I just wanted your opinion.

I went with Cannondale SL2 (26) as my start up bike. I did many tests rides of 29ers with Specialized, Cannondale and Niner... I found 29ers to be annoying in tight single trails, but they are very fast. I like nimble riding, so 26 is for me.

TeknoKing

I hope that was a joke, as we are surrounded by mountains, parks, lakes, trails. Manhattan is the not the only thing NY state has...

I personally do a bunch of trails in Catskills; but NYC itself has a lot of challenging bike trails that require an ample beating on a bike.