A while back I posted I’m on the lookout for a normal mtb to assist my Canyon Strive:on emtb. Although I was on the lookout for a playful lightweight short travel trailbike, I came across this used transition spur: https://ibb.co/JJXqdgQ
I would like to have some advice on this offer and what to check before sealing a deal. Or be guided towards another direction.
There seem to be hardly any negative reviews about this bike and sounds like it fits the playful poppy character I’d like in my second bike.
I guess if there is one concern it’s that it will be “enough bike” to handle rowdier sections. Even though I’ve seen a couple of videos how it handles the chunk, I’ve only been mtb’ing for 2 years. The positive side of this is that I could refine my technique as it would “point out” mistakes more clearly.
Would appreciate advice on the offer or a direction towards a different 2nd bike for the quiver.
Thanks in advance!
by Background_Wafer_453
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Short travel trail bikes are good second bikes OR good “all rounders”. But, they aren’t built to race fast or steep technical terrain, and they also aren’t built for taking big hits. You could consider a long travel trail bike like a hightower if you want to split the difference.
One person’s easy green trail is another person’s rowdy chunk 🤷. Maybe say where you ride and someone with local experience can chime in on whether a spur is enough bike.