Strengths: Light, well finished, easy to set up rear shock although I am still trying different pressures to see how I get on, easy to maintain.
Weaknesses: Pilot forks came overfilled with oil so only 52mm of travel, LBS sorted. BB went after 500 miles and LBS replaced under warranty. Paint scuffed from excess mud etc on chainstay, cured with helicopter tape.
Overall: When I bought bike I had Hope mini's and Hope XC hubs fitted, also swapped tyres to Tioga muds. This is my first MTB, I am 5'10" and 15 stone and so far the bike has outperformed me! Very light when climbing, nimble and surefooted when descending. Would recommend this bike to anyone who is after an all day go anywhere bike.
