Mountain bike wanted

[Roger Ford]

Looking for a bike for my son, who's grown out of his (again).

He's about 5'10, and still growing, so medium to large size needed, I guess.

Looking for a good condition, decent quality hardtail, in the range £200 to £400.  Might even consider full sus if the price and quality is right. Also might consider a hybrid.

Suggestions for extraordinary deals on new bikes welcomed as well.

[7 wonders of the world]

Hi Roger,

I have a contact at Merida bikes, he's the MD there and could possible help you out with one of last years models at a decent price.

If you've not heard of Merida they afre the second biggest manufacturer of bikes and part own Specialized and make for many of the 'brands' - really devent bikes.

BM if it's of interest and I'll forward you details on.

 

[C7GCS]

I've got a lovely retro Marin MTB in his size - steel frame and fully rigid though.  I generally build and deal in early mountain bikes as a hobby, but appreciate being a 'youngster' he's probably after something a bit more up to date.  I can vouch for the fact this one is a lovely ride and was a bit of a barn-find with minimal use/wear from new. see. ebay item 201342564645 original late '80s 'splatter' paintwork and solid as a rock (early steel MTBs should last a lifetime).

[Roger Ford]

Very nice, but I don't think he'd appreciate the rigid forks or centre-pull brakes (or the pink paint job!)