Hey guys,

I've finally persuaded my mates to get into mountain biking, and they've gone and bought XC type rigs (Iron Horse Warriors).

I've been out with them a couple of times and just can't keep up - my bike isn't designed for going anywhere! I run an NS Suburban, 24" hoops, Argyles and a low seat and real DJ geometry.

I'm looking into getting a new frame and most probably some 26" wheels. But I'm not sure which frames to look at - as this will be my one and only bike I want it to be aggressive, but still be able to do XC type rides.

The NS Surge looked to be ideal - but the fork length is between 120 and 160mm, and I have Argyles at 100mm.

So, I need a frame that will take 26" wheels, 100mm forks and still be able to rip the dirt jumps when I'm not roaming around the XC loops of Hamsterley.

Suggestions?

Cheers,

Jim

Why oh why can't people use the search function.

Other than that, a Dialled prince albert in 15.5"/17.5" would fit the bill spot on.

http://www.southerndownhill.com/forum/index.php/topic,169364.0.html
sounds perfect for what you want, burly frame that is awesome on the dj's same on the fr and dh stuff and pretty comfortable for some xc

SC chameleon?

Also, perhaps look at swapping your Argyles for some Pikes, then you'd have the travel adjust option.

Giant STP?

i got one, can run singlespeed or gears, 100mm forks, bumb up the saddle for those XC loops 

maybe not XC enough for you?

:S

dmr trailstar a timeless classic
steel (the magic metal) aswell