Originally Posted by
J Pedals
i'm looking at teh 2011 camber, not 2012.
Originally Posted by
dsprehe89
OP, I don't know what trails you are planning on riding, but I've been down there a couple of times and ridden LBL's canal loop which is pretty close to you, and a 29er FS would pretty much fit that trail perfectly from what I remember (it's been quite a few years since I've ridden there). However, I wouldn't hesitate to ride those trails on a 26" rigid either. I currently own a 26" HT and plan on going back down next spring and camping and riding the trails on it. Is this your first time MTBing or are you looking to upgrade? You might also wanna consider an older used CL bike just to test the waters if this is your first time MTBing.
Also, just wanted to add, LBL's canal loop was the first 'real' mtb single track trail that I ever road and was what got me hooked back when I was like 15. It is a really great trail, just gotta keep your eye out for sticks, they will take our your RD in an instant (specially on that trail).
exactly! the canal loop is what i will be riding mostly. there are some trails in southern illinois i will hit too but mostly LBL. thanks for your advice.
Originally Posted by
Zephyr11
If you can get the Camber Comp 29er for $1500, that's awesome. But at least ride it first, just in case. Someone could offer me a S-Works Safire for $1000 and it would do me no good (other than to sell it), just because that bike fits me like crap.
test rides are not an option. the shops i will buy from do not have these bikes in stock. they are willing to order one for me if i decide i want one.
Originally Posted by
jezmellors
+1 for the Spesh.
why? i'm a lot more familiar with road bike comparisons. what are the benefits of the camber over teh trek? isnt the fork and components better on the trek? is the trek not worth the extra $200? can anyone weight in on the scott spark? how are those components and suspension compared to the other 2 bikes i'm looking at? i need knowledge folks!