[nexus]

Hiya..
I'm a F7 student From Hong Kong...
Please don't mind my terrible English 8P

My problem is that I want to buy a new frame, becuase my current frame was no longer rigid...

Now, I have around 400USD and I want to buy a frame suitable for both XC and DS... I understand that there is no frame that can do both thing good...but my home don't have any space for 2 bike, and my budget is limited..

I'm looking for a frame which is suitable for XC riding and some dropping (talking about several feet). . . so far, among the bike that I know, Santacruz Chameleon is exactly what I wanted..but this is not sth that I can afford...

I've also considered about the Giant XTC team and Trek 8500, that are within my budget, but I'm afraid they cannot withstand a lot of jumping.....what do you think? Any suggestions? thanks

 

[sanjuro]

You really cannot have it both. XC bikes weight typically under 24lbs and DS at least 30.

However, the SC Chamelon is a good compromise, and will hold up to repeated beatings.

If you are going to be aggressive, get a heavier bike. Fewer trips to the hospital that way.

 

[Mudpuppy]

It'll be a tough job getting a bike that will do what you want for the price range you have. You might want to check out Soul Cycles. www.ridesoul.com I can't seem to find their bikes on the site, but they have big bang for the buck. I know some people that have been happy with their bikes.