{"id":35820,"date":"2022-04-13T15:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-04-13T13:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/?p=293510"},"modified":"2022-04-13T15:19:35","modified_gmt":"2022-04-13T13:19:35","slug":"best-mountain-bikes-under-750-2022-top-rated-affordable-mountain-bikes","status":"publish","type":"rss_feed","link":"https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/cyclingplus\/rss_feed\/best-mountain-bikes-under-750-2022-top-rated-affordable-mountain-bikes\/","title":{"rendered":"Best mountain bikes under \u00a3750 2022 | Top-rated affordable mountain bikes"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"rssexcerpt\"><\/p><p class=\"rssauthor\">By Stan Portus\n                \t\t<\/p><p class=\"rssbyline\">Published: Wednesday, 13 April 2022 at 12:00 am<\/p><hr class=\"no-tts wp-block-separator\"\/><?xml version=\"1.0\" encoding=\"UTF-8\" standalone=\"yes\"?>\n<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><body><p class=\"&quot;firstpara&quot;\">The halfway point between \u00a3500 and \u00a31,000 is a very competitive price bracket if you\u2019re looking to buy a mountain bike. This buyer\u2019s guide is our round-up of the best mountain bikes currently available between \u00a3500 and \u00a3750, as tested by BikeRadar.<\/p>\n<p class=\"&quot;firstpara&quot;\">Budget is prioritised above all else when you\u2019re sticking below <a href=\"\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/advice\/buyers-guides\/the-best-mountain-bikes-under-500\/&quot;\" target=\"&quot;_blank&quot;\" rel=\"&quot;noopener&quot; noopener noreferrer\">\u00a3500 for a mountain bike<\/a>, while breaking <a href=\"\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/advice\/buyers-guides\/best-mountain-bikes-under-1000-2\/&quot;\" target=\"&quot;_blank&quot;\" rel=\"&quot;noopener&quot; noopener noreferrer\">the \u00a31,000 mark<\/a> gives manufacturers a little more wiggle room to tailor frames to specific purposes and spec higher-quality components.<\/p>\n<p>At \u00a3750, you\u2019re caught between managing your budget and keeping your expectations realistic. You\u2019ll come across some nicer kit on bikes in this price range, but there may be only one or two standout components among a spec list that\u2019s predominantly made up of basic parts.<\/p>\n<p>Don\u2019t worry too much about compromising though, because manufacturers realise this is a price point that\u2019s largely governed by budget.<\/p>\n<p>As such, they tend to focus their attention on producing a decent frame and pick components that will keep costs down, on the assumption that you\u2019ll gradually upgrade them as they wear out over time.<\/p>\n<div class=\"&quot;image-handler__container\" image-handler__container--aspect=\"\" style=\"&quot;padding-bottom:\" calc=\"\"> <picture><source media=\"&quot;(max-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2020\/01\/Vitus-Nucleus-29-VR-04-322ad4e.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=90&amp;resize=298%2C199,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/webp&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(max-width:\" 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title=\"&quot;&quot;\"\/><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div><div class=\"&quot;caption-hold&quot;\"><figcaption class=\"&quot;wp-caption-text&quot;\"><span class=\"&quot;caption-copy&quot;\"><i class=\"&quot;icon-arrow\" icon-camera-circle=\"\"\/> The best mountain bikes around the \u00a3750 mark are a perfect platform for upgrades.<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"&quot;im-image-caption&quot;\"> <i>Russell Burton<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<p>The trick, therefore, is to seek out a bike with a frame that\u2019s best for you and use that as a platform on which to build. You can always upgrade parts when your riding has improved or you\u2019ve got a bit of extra cash.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/advice\/buyers-guides\/best-dropper-posts\/&quot;\">Dropper posts<\/a> are becoming more common at this price too, as are <a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/advice\/buyers-guides\/best-mountain-bike-disc-brakes\/&quot;\">hydraulic disc brakes<\/a> and Boost wheel spacing, which makes it easier to upgrade a mountain bike\u2019s wheels. These are three things that previously were only really seen on more expensive mountain bikes.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s easy to get fixated on finding the best fork, gears, brakes or wheel and tyre combination, but you also need to consider the sort of abuse the weather and landscape can inflict on them in a relatively short space of time \u2013 especially during winter.<\/p>\n<p>So, if you\u2019re limited to \u00a3750, prioritise the chassis over the fancy baubles hanging off it. With that in mind, these are the best mountain bikes under \u00a3750 tested by us.<\/p>\n<section class=\"&quot;highlight\"><div class=\"&quot;highlight__content\" editor-content=\"\"> <h2 class=\"&quot;heading-1\" template-article__title=\"\">Best mountain bikes under \u00a3750 in 2022, as rated by our expert testers<\/h2>\n<ul><li><b>2022 Voodoo Bizango: <\/b>\u00a3750<\/li>\n<li><strong>Carrera Fury:\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a3600<\/li>\n<li><strong>Marin Bobcat Trail 3:<\/strong> \u00a3525<\/li>\n<li><strong>Pinnacle Kapur 3:\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a3625<\/li>\n<\/ul><p> <\/p><\/div> <\/section><h3>2022 Voodoo Bizango<\/h3> <div class=\"&quot;editorial-rating-summary\" editorial-rating-summary--=\"\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__icons&quot;\"> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <\/div> <span class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__value&quot;\"> <span class=\"&quot;sr-only&quot;\">5.0 out of 5 star rating<\/span> <\/span> <\/div> <\/div> <ul class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link-list&quot;\"><li data-type=\"&quot;in-text&quot;\" class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;nameKeywords&quot;:\" bizango=\"\" data-text=\"&quot;&lt;b&gt;Buy\" now=\"\" from=\"\" and=\"\"> <\/li>\n<\/ul><script><![CDATA[ (function () { var s = document.createElement('script'); s.type = 'text\/javascript'; s.async = true; s.src = \"\/\/bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\/widget\/intext\/app.bundle.js\"; s.onload = function () { new inText({ domain: \"bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\", shopId: 608, geolocation: true, }); }; var x = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; x.parentNode.insertBefore(s, x); \/\/trim whitespace from li to flag empty items (twig seems to strip out closing if you remove the space..... 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geometry<\/li>\n<li>Loads of upgrade potential<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>The 2022 Voodoo Bizango is a truly great bike for the cash, scoring a rarely awarded full five stars.<\/p>\n<p>Matching a great frame with a competent spec package, this bike is very unlikely to leave budding riders wanting.<\/p>\n<p>For chronic upgraders, a dropper post would be a wise addition but even out of the box, the Bizango will not disappoint.<\/p>\n<ul><li><a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/reviews\/bikes\/mountain-bikes\/2022-voodoo-bizango-review\/&quot;\">Read our full 2022 Voodoo Bizango review<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"\/\/go.skimresources.com?id=71026X1519955&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.halfords.com%2Fbikes%2Fmountain-bikes%2Fvoodoo-bizango-mens-mountain-bike---s-m-l-xl-frames-452670.html&quot;\" target=\"&quot;_blank&quot;\" rel=\"&quot;noopener noopener noreferrer\" sponsored=\"\">Buy the 2022 Voodoo Bizango direct from Halfords<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><div 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data-src=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2021\/04\/Carrera-Fury-hardtail-mountain-bike-01-bb4f9a0.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=619%2C413&quot;\" width=\"&quot;620&quot;\" height=\"&quot;413&quot;\" alt=\"&quot;&quot;\" title=\"&quot;&quot;\"\/><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div><div class=\"&quot;caption-hold&quot;\"><figcaption class=\"&quot;wp-caption-text&quot;\"><span class=\"&quot;caption-copy&quot;\"><i class=\"&quot;icon-arrow\" icon-camera-circle=\"\"\/> The Carrera Fury offers fantastic performance for its price.<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"&quot;im-image-caption&quot;\"> <i>Ian Linton \/ Immediate Media<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<ul><li>\u00a3600 as tested<\/li>\n<li>Comfortable on climbs<\/li>\n<li>Great spec and value for money<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>The Carrera Fury offers some of the best value for money with a dropper post and hydraulic brakes, both of which are normally indicative of a higher price point.<\/p>\n<p>The geometry offers great performance too, with a progressive design that gives a comfy ride on climbs and descents. The front air fork doesn\u2019t offer the smoothest ride when bombing downhill, but the bike remains composed.<\/p>\n<p>The Fury corners reasonably well too, and the WTB tyres offer plenty of grip.<\/p>\n<p>The 650b wheels don\u2019t hold momentum quite as well as larger 700c wheels but they only add to this bike\u2019s sturdy and solid feel.<\/p>\n<ul><li><a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/reviews\/bikes\/mountain-bikes\/2021-carrera-fury-review\/&quot;\">Read our full Carrera Fury review<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"\/\/go.skimresources.com?id=71026X1519955&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.halfords.com%2Fbikes%2Fmountain-bikes%2Fcarrera-fury-mens-mountain-bike-2020---red---s-m-l-frames-340550.html&quot;\" target=\"&quot;_blank&quot;\" rel=\"&quot;noopener noopener noreferrer\" sponsored=\"\">Buy the Carrera Fury direct from Halfords<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-container&quot;\" data-position=\"&quot;adhoc&quot;\" hidden=\"\"> <h5 class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-title\" monetizer-title=\"\" style=\"&quot;background-color:\" color:=\"\">Latest deals<\/h5> <div id=\"&quot;monetizer__deals&quot;\" data-type=\"&quot;price-comparison&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;shopId&quot;:&quot;608&quot;,&quot;market&quot;:&quot;gbp_en&quot;,&quot;template&quot;:&quot;flxmmtwnoj&quot;,&quot;searchKeywords&quot;:&quot;Carrera\" fury=\"\"\/> <div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-explanatory-text\" body-copy-extra-small=\"\" editor-content=\"\"\/><\/div> <h3 class=\"&quot;heading-1\" template-article__title=\"\">Marin Bobcat Trail 3<\/h3> <div class=\"&quot;editorial-rating-summary\" editorial-rating-summary--=\"\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__icons&quot;\"> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-outline=\"\"\/> <\/div> <span class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__value&quot;\"> <span class=\"&quot;sr-only&quot;\">4.0 out of 5 star rating<\/span> <\/span> <\/div> <\/div> <ul class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link-list&quot;\"><li data-type=\"&quot;in-text&quot;\" class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;nameKeywords&quot;:\" bobcat=\"\" trail=\"\" data-text=\"&quot;&lt;b&gt;Buy\" now=\"\" from=\"\" and=\"\"> <\/li>\n<\/ul><script><![CDATA[ (function () { var s = document.createElement('script'); s.type = 'text\/javascript'; s.async = true; s.src = \"\/\/bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\/widget\/intext\/app.bundle.js\"; s.onload = function () { new inText({ domain: \"bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\", shopId: 608, geolocation: true, }); }; var x = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; x.parentNode.insertBefore(s, x); \/\/trim whitespace from li to flag empty items (twig seems to strip out closing if you remove the space..... 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Tektro\u2019s M25 brakes have a powerful feel, with reasonable modulation.<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"&quot;im-image-caption&quot;\"> <i>Russell Burton \/ Immediate Media<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<ul><li>\u00a3525 as tested<\/li>\n<li>Well-built frame<\/li>\n<li>Efficient brakes and drivetrain<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>Marin\u2019s Bobcat Trail 3 is a seriously fun-to-ride bike, and thanks to its decent geometry and size-specific wheels it can handle a real range of trails.<\/p>\n<p>On the large and extra-large bikes you get 29in wheels, while medium frames have the option of either 25.7in or 29in wheels. The smallest sizes are specced with 27.5in wheels only.<\/p>\n<p>The tan wall tyres really stand out, complementing the overall look of the bike. The rest of the kit is fairly standard for the bike\u2019s price point and although it performs well, isn\u2019t exceptional.<\/p>\n<p>Overall, the Bobcat Trail 3\u2019s spec and geometry make the bike well-suited to long days in the saddle with a focus on miles covered rather than metres descended on aggressive trails. A few key spec changes \u2013 such as the fork and tyres \u2013 would unlock more potential from the frame.<\/p>\n<ul><li><a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/reviews\/bikes\/marin-bobcat-trail-3-review\/&quot;\">Read our full Marin Bobcat Trail 3 review<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-container&quot;\" data-position=\"&quot;adhoc&quot;\" hidden=\"\"> <h5 class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-title\" monetizer-title=\"\" style=\"&quot;background-color:\" color:=\"\">Latest deals<\/h5> <div id=\"&quot;monetizer__deals&quot;\" data-type=\"&quot;price-comparison&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;shopId&quot;:&quot;608&quot;,&quot;market&quot;:&quot;gbp_en&quot;,&quot;template&quot;:&quot;flxmmtwnoj&quot;,&quot;searchKeywords&quot;:&quot;marin\" bobcat=\"\" trail=\"\"\/> <div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-explanatory-text\" body-copy-extra-small=\"\" editor-content=\"\"\/><\/div> <h3>Pinnacle Kapur 3<\/h3> <div class=\"&quot;editorial-rating-summary\" editorial-rating-summary--=\"\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__icons&quot;\"> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-outline=\"\"\/> <\/div> <span class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__value&quot;\"> <span class=\"&quot;sr-only&quot;\">4.0 out of 5 star rating<\/span> <\/span> <\/div> <\/div> <ul class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link-list&quot;\"><li data-type=\"&quot;in-text&quot;\" class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;nameKeywords&quot;:\" kapur=\"\" data-text=\"&quot;&lt;b&gt;Buy\" now=\"\" from=\"\" and=\"\"> <\/li>\n<\/ul><script><![CDATA[ (function () { var s = document.createElement('script'); s.type = 'text\/javascript'; s.async = true; s.src = \"\/\/bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\/widget\/intext\/app.bundle.js\"; s.onload = function () { new inText({ domain: \"bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\", shopId: 608, geolocation: true, }); }; var x = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; x.parentNode.insertBefore(s, x); \/\/trim whitespace from li to flag empty items (twig seems to strip out closing if you remove the space..... 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<i>Steve Behr<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<ul><li>\u00a3625 as tested<\/li>\n<li>Nippy, agile and fun<\/li>\n<li>RockShox front fork<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>Decked out with a RockShox fork, Shimano brakes and solid trail-focused geometry, the Kapur 3 would be a great first mountain bike because it\u2019s an absolute joy to ride.<\/p>\n<p>Although the frame\u2019s quite basic \u2013 think no internally routed cables, no port for a dropper post or fancy-shaped tubes \u2013 it does have two bottle cage mounts and great geometry for newbies to the sport.<\/p>\n<p>Its spec really stands out, though. With a RockShox Recon RL fork and Shimano brakes and gears, it\u2019s unlikely you\u2019ll be looking to upgrade parts right away.<\/p>\n<p>This all translates to a fun ride with a nimble feel. However, the tyres aren\u2019t mind-blowing and don\u2019t grip amazingly well in soft terrain.<\/p>\n<ul><li><a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/reviews\/bikes\/mountain-bikes\/pinnacle-kapur-3-review\/&quot;\">Read our full Pinnacle Kapur 3 review<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-container&quot;\" data-position=\"&quot;adhoc&quot;\" hidden=\"\"> <h5 class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-title\" monetizer-title=\"\" style=\"&quot;background-color:\" color:=\"\">Latest deals<\/h5> <div id=\"&quot;monetizer__deals&quot;\" data-type=\"&quot;price-comparison&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;shopId&quot;:&quot;608&quot;,&quot;market&quot;:&quot;gbp_en&quot;,&quot;template&quot;:&quot;flxmmtwnoj&quot;,&quot;searchKeywords&quot;:&quot;Pinnacle\" kapur=\"\"\/> <div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-explanatory-text\" body-copy-extra-small=\"\" editor-content=\"\"\/><\/div> <hr\/><h2>Also consider\u2026<\/h2>\n<p>The following bikes didn\u2019t score high enough to be included in our main list of the best mountain bikes under \u00a3750, but they are still worth considering.<\/p>\n<h3>Specialized Rockhopper Comp 29 2x<\/h3> <div class=\"&quot;editorial-rating-summary\" editorial-rating-summary--=\"\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__icons&quot;\"> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-outline=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-outline=\"\"\/> <\/div> <span class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__value&quot;\"> <span class=\"&quot;sr-only&quot;\">3.0 out of 5 star rating<\/span> <\/span> <\/div> <\/div> <ul class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link-list&quot;\"><li data-type=\"&quot;in-text&quot;\" class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;nameKeywords&quot;:\" rockhopper=\"\" comp=\"\" data-text=\"&quot;&lt;b&gt;Buy\" now=\"\" from=\"\" and=\"\"> <\/li>\n<\/ul><script><![CDATA[ (function () { var s = document.createElement('script'); s.type = 'text\/javascript'; s.async = true; s.src = \"\/\/bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\/widget\/intext\/app.bundle.js\"; s.onload = function () { new inText({ domain: \"bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\", shopId: 608, geolocation: true, }); }; var x = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; x.parentNode.insertBefore(s, x); \/\/trim whitespace from li to flag empty items (twig seems to strip out closing if you remove the space..... 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data-src=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2021\/04\/Specialized-Rockhopper-Comp-hardtail-mountain-bike-01-300dff1.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=619%2C413&quot;\" width=\"&quot;620&quot;\" height=\"&quot;413&quot;\" alt=\"&quot;&quot;\" title=\"&quot;&quot;\"\/><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div><div class=\"&quot;caption-hold&quot;\"><figcaption class=\"&quot;wp-caption-text&quot;\"><span class=\"&quot;caption-copy&quot;\"><i class=\"&quot;icon-arrow\" icon-camera-circle=\"\"\/> The geometry limits the Rockhopper\u2019s potential.<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"&quot;im-image-caption&quot;\"> <i>Ian Linton \/ Immediate Media<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<ul><li>\u00a3675 as tested<\/li>\n<li>Solid performance for beginners<\/li>\n<li>Fast-rolling tyres<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>The Specialized Rockhopper Comp 29 2x is a good bike for riders just starting out because its handling and cornering are good on easy-going trails. It also looks pretty smart too.<\/p>\n<p>There is a <a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/advice\/buyers-guides\/mountain-bike-groupsets-everything-you-need-to-know\/&quot;\">Shimano Acera<\/a> 9-speed cassette on the back of the bike and two front chainrings, giving the Rockhopper plenty of gears for climbing and descending. You do have to watch gear changing though because sometimes the spread of gears can interrupt pedalling <a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/advice\/skills\/what-is-cycling-cadence\/&quot;\">cadence<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>The Rockhopper climbs well and has plenty of grip, only struggling on the steepest inclines.<\/p>\n<p>When it comes to descending, it\u2019s happiest on compacted flowing trails. The short geometry doesn\u2019t make riding on technical trails that easy and the front suspension is a bit sticky.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s good for starting out and pootling about, but some riders might reach the limits of the Rockhopper\u2019s capabilities fairly quickly.<\/p>\n<ul><li><a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/reviews\/bikes\/mountain-bikes\/specialized-rockhopper-comp-29-2x-review\/&quot;\">Read our full Specialized Rockhopper Comp 29 2x review<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-container&quot;\" data-position=\"&quot;adhoc&quot;\" hidden=\"\"> <h5 class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-title\" monetizer-title=\"\" style=\"&quot;background-color:\" color:=\"\">Latest deals<\/h5> <div id=\"&quot;monetizer__deals&quot;\" data-type=\"&quot;price-comparison&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;shopId&quot;:&quot;608&quot;,&quot;market&quot;:&quot;gbp_en&quot;,&quot;template&quot;:&quot;flxmmtwnoj&quot;,&quot;searchKeywords&quot;:&quot;specialized\" rockhopper=\"\" comp=\"\"\/> <div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-explanatory-text\" body-copy-extra-small=\"\" editor-content=\"\"\/><\/div> <h3>Vitus Nucleus 29 VRS<\/h3> <div class=\"&quot;editorial-rating-summary\" editorial-rating-summary--=\"\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__icons&quot;\"> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-outline=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-outline=\"\"\/> <\/div> <span class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__value&quot;\"> <span class=\"&quot;sr-only&quot;\">3.0 out of 5 star rating<\/span> <\/span> <\/div> <\/div> <ul class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link-list&quot;\"><li data-type=\"&quot;in-text&quot;\" class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;nameKeywords&quot;:\" nucleus=\"\" vrs=\"\" mountain=\"\" bike=\"\" data-text=\"&quot;&lt;b&gt;Buy\" now=\"\" from=\"\" and=\"\"> <\/li>\n<\/ul><script><![CDATA[ (function () { var s = document.createElement('script'); s.type = 'text\/javascript'; s.async = true; s.src = \"\/\/bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\/widget\/intext\/app.bundle.js\"; s.onload = function () { new inText({ domain: \"bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\", shopId: 608, geolocation: true, }); }; var x = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; x.parentNode.insertBefore(s, x); \/\/trim whitespace from li to flag empty items (twig seems to strip out closing if you remove the space..... 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data-src=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2021\/04\/Vitus-Nucleus-29-VRS-hardtail-mountain-bike-01-e551077.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=619%2C413&quot;\" width=\"&quot;620&quot;\" height=\"&quot;413&quot;\" alt=\"&quot;&quot;\" title=\"&quot;&quot;\"\/><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div><div class=\"&quot;caption-hold&quot;\"><figcaption class=\"&quot;wp-caption-text&quot;\"><span class=\"&quot;caption-copy&quot;\"><i class=\"&quot;icon-arrow\" icon-camera-circle=\"\"\/> The Nucleus felt stiff on the descents.<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"&quot;im-image-caption&quot;\"> <i>Ian Linton \/ Immediate Media<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<ul><li>\u00a3750 as tested<\/li>\n<li>Shimano Deore-based groupset<\/li>\n<li>Good grippy tyres<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>The Nucleus 29 VRS comes from Chain Reaction\u2019s in-house brand Vitus. As a result, it is well specced with a 10-speed Shimano Deore drivetrain, hydraulic disc brakes and 29in WTB wheels.<\/p>\n<p>The bike frame is built from lightweight and strong 6061-T6 aluminium and has externally routed cables for easy maintenance.<\/p>\n<p>The geometry is orientated more towards trail riding than downhill, and the ride is pretty harsh too, so you probably wouldn\u2019t want to take it over any particularly rough or difficult downhill terrain anyway. The grippy tyres do compensate a little for the feel of the bike, though.<\/p>\n<p>What you\u2019re getting with this bike is an excellent spec thanks to Chain Reaction\u2019s buying power. If you can afford to, you might consider the <a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/reviews\/bikes\/mountain-bikes\/vitus-sentier-27-review\/&quot;\">Vitus Sentier 27<\/a>\u00a0which delivers a more forgiving ride.<\/p>\n<ul><li><a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/reviews\/bikes\/mountain-bikes\/vitus-nucleus-29-vrs-review\/&quot;\">Read our full Vitus Nucleus 29 VRS review<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-container&quot;\" data-position=\"&quot;adhoc&quot;\" hidden=\"\"> <h5 class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-title\" monetizer-title=\"\" style=\"&quot;background-color:\" color:=\"\">Latest deals<\/h5> <div id=\"&quot;monetizer__deals&quot;\" data-type=\"&quot;price-comparison&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;shopId&quot;:&quot;608&quot;,&quot;market&quot;:&quot;gbp_en&quot;,&quot;template&quot;:&quot;flxmmtwnoj&quot;,&quot;searchKeywords&quot;:&quot;vitus\" nucleus=\"\" vrs=\"\" mountain=\"\" bike=\"\"\/> <div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-explanatory-text\" body-copy-extra-small=\"\" editor-content=\"\"\/><\/div> <section class=\"&quot;highlight\"><div class=\"&quot;highlight__content\" editor-content=\"\"> <h2>Have you found what you\u2019re looking for?\u00a0<\/h2>\n<p dir=\"&quot;ltr&quot;\">Could you stretch your budget a little further? There are some great bikes in our list of <a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/advice\/buyers-guides\/best-mountain-bikes-under-1000-2\/&quot;\">the best mountain bikes under \u00a31,000<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"&quot;ltr&quot;\">Otherwise, there are some good options in our list of <a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/advice\/buyers-guides\/the-best-mountain-bikes-under-500\/&quot;\">the best mountain bikes under \u00a3500<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p dir=\"&quot;ltr&quot;\">Our guide on <a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/advice\/buyers-guides\/best-mountain-bike-how-to-choose-the-right-one-for-you\/&quot;\">how to choose the right mountain bike for you<\/a> provides some great information on what sort of mountain bikes are available and what you can expect from each price point if you\u2019re still deciding on how much you want to spend.<\/p>\n<p> <\/p><\/div> <\/section><\/body><\/html>\n<hr class=\"no-tts wp-block-separator\"\/>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>By Stan Portus Published: Wednesday, 13 April 2022 at 12:00 am The halfway point between \u00a3500 and \u00a31,000 is a very competitive price bracket if you\u2019re looking to buy a mountain bike. This buyer\u2019s guide is our round-up of the best mountain bikes currently available between \u00a3500 and \u00a3750, as tested by BikeRadar. 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