Suspension bike for beginner

[magpie999]

Hi guys,

I am looking to purchase a front suspension bike and with almost no knowledge of the market and brands, have come here for help!

I am awaiting an operation for a ruptured ACL in mid september (sustained playing football) and have found that cycling is a good way to keep my general fitness up and explore the outside. I am currently using my dads old bike but would like to purchase myself a suspension bike to aid my rehabilitation after the op.

I probably wouldnt want to spend over £200 which I understand may be a little low but hopefully there will be something out there for me!

I am 6'5. Any help and guidance in pointing me in the right direction or any reccomendations would be greatly appreciated! Thanks.

 

[sabian92]

What would you be using it for, trails or on the road?

200 is probably better spent 2nd hand - you'll get a load more for your money.

 

[magpie999]

Mostly for trails as there is quite a bit of woodland near to me which have good routes that I use at the minute

 

[Hacienda71]

Decathlon if you go new have survived a battering in reviews, or has been said secondhand, gt or specialized generally make good bikes and you should be able to get one for 200 quid.