Originally Posted by
nathandukes
Went to my local bike shop today to ask what they thought, they've come back with a Felt QX80D. What's anybodys thoughts on this? Seems to tick most of the boxes also has 700 38c tyres and suspended forks but they do have a lock feature.
Suspension forks are poorly suited to fitting full coverage fenders. Ask the shop if they can do it, if not, ask if they can swap on a rigid disc brake fork. If not, keep looking.