Best MTB Budget Buys – Under 5K
While we all dream of riding and racing range-topping, feather-light mountain bikes, dripping in the latest bling, our budgets and household commitments often force us to scale down our dreams to a more affordable reality. But you don’t have to settle for a mediocre bike – Gear Ed Oli Munnik runs through a comprehensive range of performance hardtails that will still suit your budget. Keep an eye on the magazine for reviews on the 2016 models starting to arrive on our shores.
While we all dream of riding and racing range-topping, feather-light mountain bikes, dripping in the latest bling, our budgets and household commitments often force us to scale down our dreams to a more affordable reality. But you don’t have to settle for a mediocre bike – Gear Ed Oli Munnik runs through a comprehensive range of performance hardtails that will still suit your budget.
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Raleigh Cyclone
The Raleigh Cyclone 27.5 fits snugly into this price bracket, despite its 80mm SR Suntour XCT air-sprung fork with lockout, Shimano drivetrain, and mechanical brakeset sporting 160mm discs front and rear. Whether you want to explore on the mountain or take your Cyclone cruising on the road, it’ll be more than up to the task. While this model features a 27.5” wheelset, the Cyclone is also available with 29er wheels, with the same spec and at the same price. So depending on your needs, you can chose which wheelsize best suits your riding.
PRICE: R4 770*
*Prices correct at time of publishing (April ’15). Prices may fluctuate depending on the current exchange rates. Prices in stores may vary.
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