Been lurking for a while and created an account to ask advice.
I'm a beginner who got in a few days last year and I'm looking to get serious this year. I've ridden a Stumpjumper a few times and also an Ari Delano Peak. I liked the Ari Delano peak the best from those two, if that helps narrow down the area of the bike I might like.
I'm looking to get a bike that I can grow into and has a wide range of capabilities. I live in Utah and I want a bike that I can take on a large variety of trails as well as on the occasional park day at Deer Valley and other resorts.
I've been eyeing this one:
https://www.canyon.com/en-us/mountain-bikes/trail-bikes/spectral/cf/spectral-cf-8-cllctv/3640.html?dwvar_3640_pv_rahmenfarbe=M179_P03
I've been told to buy used but right now I'm in a situation to buy a new bike. I might not have the opportunity again for a while. In addition, I would feel safer with the warranty. It just went on sale and I know newer editions are coming out, but I think it may be time to buy. Looking for opinions on this bike or the brand. Any help appreciated!
Edit: forgot to add specific budget. Looking for a bike around ~$4,000 but max of about $5,000
by Kindly-Web-1622
4 Comments
Budget?
Canyons are solid bikes with great value. If you are more enduro focused you could think about the Torque too.
It’s direct order so you don’t get the benefit of local dealer support if that matters, but they do sell spare parts, bushings etc. on their website.
It’s a buyer’s market for new and used alike, so go for new if you want to!
If you liked the Ari Peak, buy one! They are great bikes especially for value.
With a 4k budget as a beginner please consider buying from a shop instead of online. Even if it’s just a specialized or trek you can click and pick up in a store. This will ensure proper setup and more importantly give you somewhere to go for maintenance and if you have issues. Mountain bikes are not uncomplicated to work on.