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5/21/2025, 5:45:48 AM
Roadie looking for a starter mountain bike, full suspension 29er is the essential criteria. The YT-Industries Jeffsy and Capra both caught my eye, as did the Ibis Ripmo AF. Any of the three recommended or approved but my fellow bike autists? The closer to 2K USD the better but I'm willing to pay some premium from a good component selection and more so well designed rear suspension.
The "Core 1" base specs for the former brand are a bit lackluster to even my uninitiated eyes - (for example SRAM DB8 brakes which I haven't heard rave reviews for) but perhaps the Core 2 level would be good. The entry level GX build of the Ripmo which is on sale doesn't seem as readily available on the other hand.
I'd targeting joining a "beginner friendly" (quotes needed) riding group that heavily favors "all mountain" bikes or even enduro category ones. Specific examples being ridden are the Salsa Blackthorn and Cassidy, as well as the Trek Fuel EX. I could get a decent deal on a Blackthorn myself for under 2k but I'm wondering what else is out there.
If I were to go barebones budget minimum viable product to just dip my toes I did come across the Giant Stance 29 but that would mean opting for single pivot in the rear and much less travel overall, good chance of underbiking.
I wouldn't be opposed to looking on used platforms assuming they are reputable and known to do thorough inspections (a la The Pros Closet). I'm fine with marketplace or craigslist bikes for commuters, steel, modest value etc but for going off jumps and risking injury I'd rather have no doubt in my mind with the equipment.
The "Core 1" base specs for the former brand are a bit lackluster to even my uninitiated eyes - (for example SRAM DB8 brakes which I haven't heard rave reviews for) but perhaps the Core 2 level would be good. The entry level GX build of the Ripmo which is on sale doesn't seem as readily available on the other hand.
I'd targeting joining a "beginner friendly" (quotes needed) riding group that heavily favors "all mountain" bikes or even enduro category ones. Specific examples being ridden are the Salsa Blackthorn and Cassidy, as well as the Trek Fuel EX. I could get a decent deal on a Blackthorn myself for under 2k but I'm wondering what else is out there.
If I were to go barebones budget minimum viable product to just dip my toes I did come across the Giant Stance 29 but that would mean opting for single pivot in the rear and much less travel overall, good chance of underbiking.
I wouldn't be opposed to looking on used platforms assuming they are reputable and known to do thorough inspections (a la The Pros Closet). I'm fine with marketplace or craigslist bikes for commuters, steel, modest value etc but for going off jumps and risking injury I'd rather have no doubt in my mind with the equipment.
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