Specialized Enduro - Good choice? Good price?
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I recently posted a question about full suspension vs. hardtail, and based on feedback I've decided to go the full suspension route. My LBS has an '05 Enduro on sale for $1070. The salesman said it is the base model, and that its original price was $1700. I looked at the Specialized website, and I'm guessing it is maybe the Enduro 130. I know that it had a Marzocchi fork, a Fox float rear shock, XT rear derailleur, and 6" rear/8" front mechanical disc brakes. But, the site I looked at doesn't show the MSRP. I ride primarily trail and single track on the weekends. Is this a good choice? Is this a good price? What other bikes might I consider? If you ride/have ridden an Enduro or the FSR system, I'd appreciate your thoughts too! Thanks!
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I just bought that exact same bike for $1300 after tax. So $1070 is a steal. The bike has gotten good reviews and I'm happy with my decision.
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Those are great bikes. You'll like it on the trail. Ask Gastro.
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Here's my 04 Pro, which is the same frame as the 05 130:
Mine is built a little heavier than most, but I love it. The lifetime warranty is tough to beat also. Sorry the pic is so big.
Mine is built a little heavier than most, but I love it. The lifetime warranty is tough to beat also. Sorry the pic is so big.
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I'm in the same boat. I am looking for an Enduro...i can get the 05 now or wait quite a while and get the 06. Are the upgrades for 06 enough to justify the wait and expense?
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Originally Posted by torment
I'm in the same boat. I am looking for an Enduro...i can get the 05 now or wait quite a while and get the 06. Are the upgrades for 06 enough to justify the wait and expense?
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Originally Posted by gastro
Here's my 04 Pro, which is the same frame as the 05 130:
Mine is built a little heavier than most, but I love it. The lifetime warranty is tough to beat also. Sorry the pic is so big.
Mine is built a little heavier than most, but I love it. The lifetime warranty is tough to beat also. Sorry the pic is so big.
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Nice ride, Gastro!
I just picked up my Enduro on Saturday... went from a Kona Stuff - talk about an awakening.
Swapped out the pedals, grips and tires from my old bike. Diggin it big time.
Question - where'd you get the small mud flap in the back? Looks like it'd go a long way to keep stuff off your rear absorber.
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I just picked up my Enduro on Saturday... went from a Kona Stuff - talk about an awakening.
Swapped out the pedals, grips and tires from my old bike. Diggin it big time.
Question - where'd you get the small mud flap in the back? Looks like it'd go a long way to keep stuff off your rear absorber.
somegeek
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twochins, I run a 27" Azonic bar.
somegeek, that is a (you guessed it) "mudflap shock protector" made by Specialized. It seems to protect the shock pivots to a certain extent. It's available on their website or through your dealer.
nice garage door btw.
somegeek, that is a (you guessed it) "mudflap shock protector" made by Specialized. It seems to protect the shock pivots to a certain extent. It's available on their website or through your dealer.
nice garage door btw.