Does anyone know much about these bikes?

[Lazlee]

Hi sorry maybe its a silly question but i was wondering about a couple of bikes. They are 29ers made by Sensa and Merida?

I dont know much about either of these brands or would it be better sticking to a brand like Giant or Cannondale,Trek etc? They both cost about 800 euros.
http://www.merida-bikes.com/en_gb/bike/2012/26/MTB+Hardtails/Big+Nine+TFS+300-D
http://www.sensabikes.com/product_info.php?cPath=16&products_id=507

 

[sabian92]

Merida make a lot of good bikes. I know a few F1 drivers train on them! Although they use road bikes.

 

[Zakalwe]

I know some riders like to train on a slower bike and feel faster on race day with their top ride, but these F1 drivers are taking it a bit far.

 

[sabian92]

I know some riders like to train on a slower bike and feel faster on race day with their top ride, but these F1 drivers are taking it a bit far.

I follow Fernando Alonso and Timo Glock, and they regularly do 160km rides in about 3 1/2 hours....

 

[Zakalwe]

I thought his Ferrari would be quicker than that

 

[MrJamie]

Im not great with bike advice sorry, both look good to me though

I follow Fernando Alonso and Timo Glock, and they regularly do 160km rides in about 3 1/2 hours....

I think quite a few of them are into cycling as part of their fitness

 

[Cubist]

Merida are good quality well built, well equipped. They have proven race pedigree from XC and enduro scenes. Their lightweight carbon mtb frame was one of the first to go under the 1kg barrier. In terms of quality and componentry they will compare favourably with Trek, Giant and Spesh.

 

[Buzzinonbikes]

Looking at Sensa road bike now. They look great value. Might have to head over to Merlin in Chorley for a closer look!