specialized camber comp vs BMC Speed Fox SF02
03-25-13, 04:13 PM
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specialized camber comp vs BMC Speed Fox SF02
I am new to MTB, and like to join my friends in mountain this summer. I search around LBS, they have 2012 old stock for specialized camber comp & BMC Speed Fox SF02 on sale. both bike are looks nice to me and within my budget.
Or if any other choose around 1.5k??
Or if any other choose around 1.5k??
03-25-13, 06:23 PM
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I've ridden both. My dad owns a 2012 BMC SF01. The BMC would be my pick without reservation because of the rear suspension alone. It is a far better design for pedaling efficiency, but it's still responsive to small bumps.
It has a better fork and shock than the Camber Comp, as well. In fact I'm pretty sure the SF02 was originally priced quite a bit higher than the Camber Comp, so if they're both $1500 you are getting a much better discount on the BMC.
It has a better fork and shock than the Camber Comp, as well. In fact I'm pretty sure the SF02 was originally priced quite a bit higher than the Camber Comp, so if they're both $1500 you are getting a much better discount on the BMC.
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I've ridden both. My dad owns a 2012 BMC SF01. The BMC would be my pick without reservation because of the rear suspension alone. It is a far better design for pedaling efficiency, but it's still responsive to small bumps.
It has a better fork and shock than the Camber Comp, as well. In fact I'm pretty sure the SF02 was originally priced quite a bit higher than the Camber Comp, so if they're both $1500 you are getting a much better discount on the BMC.
It has a better fork and shock than the Camber Comp, as well. In fact I'm pretty sure the SF02 was originally priced quite a bit higher than the Camber Comp, so if they're both $1500 you are getting a much better discount on the BMC.
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I had an SF02 and it was a great bike. Excellent efficiency and low weight for a 120mm bike. It did have a somewhat tall head tube though. I would chose it over the Camber any day. The line is a little more blurred for me with the 29er versions of these bikes, but that doesn't seem to be the question.
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Biggest thing I noticed about the SpeedFox 26" frame is that the top tube is pretty long. Check your sizing on a test ride or work out your reach very carefully on paper. My dad's size L has a much longer eTT than my size XL Santa Cruz Blur-- so don't make any quick assumptions that you 'always' ride a given size.
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I am a short rider, and so far have been loving the camber. Although my camber have been built from the frame up with aftermarket parts (deore xt, fox fork, hope+ztr wheelset) the frame geometry is perfect for my short arms and legs. I use this for xc riding, and at just over 12kg, is just the right balance between efficiency and comfort.
I absolutely love the fox triad 2 propedal rear shox that came with the frameset. I like it better than the fox float ctd on the stumpjumper, especially on long climbs.
Ive ridden the BMC SF, but the riding position is a bit too aggressive for me. If I was racing, Id get the BMC.. But for my long xc rides, Id take the camber.
I absolutely love the fox triad 2 propedal rear shox that came with the frameset. I like it better than the fox float ctd on the stumpjumper, especially on long climbs.
Ive ridden the BMC SF, but the riding position is a bit too aggressive for me. If I was racing, Id get the BMC.. But for my long xc rides, Id take the camber.
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