Thinking Of Buying A Hardtail? Here's What You Need To Know

Are you thinking of buying a hardtail? If you’ve already got one, what’s your top hardtail tip? Let us know below 👇

I just got my first hardtail at 59, learning now how to jump and whip, hopefully I don't whip myself into the ER. Maybe another 15 years I think about ebike.

I got a hardtail instead of full sus, it makes even simple trails allot of fun, once you learn to bunny hop the bike properly it's endless enjoyment

Is it bad if I’ve paid 8k for a hardtail lol I mean I love hardtails so much might as well spec it out

i am a simple guy that is why the hardtail works for me ...get on it and go...

I have a 2023 Devinci Kobain 29er, i'm super unsure if its the correct bike for me though, The size feels alright its a large and im 6'1. The bike feels somewhat strong, but I've found it a bit rough to ride on the Vancouver Island, BC, Canadian trails with lots of roots, we mostly have either walking trails or downhill here, I'm a bit scared of it holding up on drops of any sort, and I emailed Devinci themselves about doing any mild jumps on it and they said its just designed for trails, except our trails have lots of jumps so I dont know what to do. I have ridden BMX street and park for 25+ years of my life and MTB is new for me. I'm pretty sure I dont want to sell my bike to get a high maintenance enduro though. I hope they will honour the lifetime frame warranty no matter what, but I am somewhat disappointed I cant take it to the dirt jump park according to the company, guess i'll have to finally learn dirt jumps on the BMX as I dont want to own multiple mountain bikes, just one that can do it all basically.

Recently, I built myself an aggressive hardtail, and suddenly, all my other bikes became obsolete.

I had a 2014 trail bike that was sketchy on downhills and gravity stuff, so I bought a big travel freeride bike. However, it is a nightmare when commuting to the trails and back (I live in a pretty hilly town). After that, I built a carbon hardtail for cross-country rides.

As my first trail bike became too old, I decided to try what aggressive hardtail feels like, built it, and realized that it actually can do everything and it is super fun. Commuting, climbing, jumping, trails, chunk... and it is just one bike and even one ride!

Quick takeaway is you don't need 3-5-or-more bikes for each discipline and subdiscipline of MTB unless you really want to become "pro" at everything. Just buy hardtail, have fun, and be a true member of the community)

I see you love the Nukeproof Scout. You are not alone ...

I’ve got 2 bikes. A full suspension and a Hard Tail. The FS is for the weekends trail riding. The HT XC is my commuting bike and for taking part in XC events.

I need help! I literally cannot decide between a Ragley Big Al 1.0, NP Scout 29er or shall I go for a short travel full suspension. I want to combine forest trails and single track with some epic all dayers. I want something that climbs well too but is fun and nimble. I keep coming back to the NP Scout 29ers and these bikes just look gorgeous too.

Looking at buying a new old stock Marin san Quintin,

Hey, I simply love hardtails despite owning a Full Suspension Trail. As a matter of fact, perhaps like the majority, I've started in a HT. In Brazil, XC is way more popular than Trail so my first bike was a XC Hardtail. Opportunity came up and I switched to a Full Susp Trail which I also love but, had to quit on any possibility of podium in XC competition (In Brazil, XCM is very common). Today I also have a road bike for training but I am considering buying again a HT for Competition. So I will keep 3: my Trailbike, my road bike and, I hope, my XC HT

I’m considering getting a used rental Rocky Mountain Growler 40 for a good price at a LBS in Arizona. The shop maintains their bikes very well.

I bought a full sus over 20 years ago didn't ride as much because I never felt comfortable on it, bought my hardtail and love it looking to ditch the 3x8 drivetrain for a 12x1 best upgrade yet were the DMR V12 pedals yes I run flats.

I’ve got a hardtail fat bike (On One fatty with a 120mm Bluto fork) and it’s hands down the best bike I own in terms of fun, style and performance for pounds spent.
It climbs faster than my Whyte G160s and descends faster than my Cotic Bfe.
Hardtail fat bikes. Serious dopamine 👌🏻

So I'm willing to spend 3-4k eur and debating whether I want a high end hardtail or a full-sus.
You've said so many good things about the hardtail, that I'm actually now giving up the idea of buying one. It sounds like a full sus is better in every way, as you describe it.
I mean, I had hardtails in the past, but you people make it sound like they're torture devices I don't even..

I am fairly new to mtb (had a hardtail on loan last year for a few months), it was a 27.5.

Being a complete beginner I didn't need a fast rolling bike, instead I had a bike that was good through technical stuff, good to learn the basic techniques on and has the ability to accelerate fast and easy to change direction quickly if I get into trouble.

Tried my son's 29er and although it rolled fast and easier over the rough stuff, It felt to cumbersome/big and gave me less time to handle what's coming. Yes of course with time on it I would be fine but I just preferred the 27.5, so that is what I'm going to get again 😊

She’s beautiful

I bought a super cheap hardtail with shimano tourney groupset. I had to buy a new rear wheel cause the previous wheels’ axle and hub got destroyed. Its good to buy on a budget but dont sacrifice quality cause you will have a bad experience. Frame, hubs and suspension is the most important to look at when considering a bike

Question, I have a cube curve Trekking year 2012. With a shimano xt groupset of that year. I was wondering if the frame would hold up for some downhill and maybe slight gaps/jumps. I am on an extreme budget and am very happy with my trekking bike. So i dont want to fork out the money for a new frame. I have a seperate set of sturdier wheels i have somewhat more agressive mtb 28x2 tires. (From schwalbe) for flat trails i have no complaints or concerns, but i was just wondering if the frame would hold up to my 200lbs if i tried some tabletops or my local pump track. I have never actually sent the bike into the air because of this concern.

I just had a budget of £2K and so went for a quality hardtail rather than a mediocre full-sus. I also try to include some decent climbs to push myself so for me this was a good compromise.
When we walked up Snowdon and Cadair Idris, we saw lots of Mountain Bikers coming down some really steep descents on hardtails - so I guess descents on hardtails are manageable with skill. I'd certainly rather have good brakes on a hardtail rather than rear suspension and mediocre brakes.

Hi, I’m planning to buy a new bike, and not sure what to get. I have had a mtb before but am looking for something to get out there more (seriously). Looking for hard tail options to not break the bank, any suggestions? Thanks!

I've got an old Orange P7 (steel frame, 26" wheels) and thinking of upgrading to a Nukeproof Scout Comp Alloy 275

Im looking at getting a hardtail but wont be doing proper mountain biking just be using it for long rides/ around town is it worth it im coming from using a bmx for thoughs things

I like a hardtail it's so much fun ...

Hardtail anyday..

I like having a rear rack with a bag on top. I don't ride trails much, but front suspension is good when rocks/roots come along.

I'm a fan of the hardtails, due to its versatility and easy to maintain.
Yup...it's harsh on your knees and ankles alright, at the same time it's teaching me not to be lazy on trails and made me thinking fast while riding...busy²...

Hardtails will push you to your limits and gets you expanding that limits higher...maybe makes your harder and stronger too...haha maybe it's just me.

I'm started biking 1year ago and I needed a new bike i am thinking of getting the trek Roscoe 8 I just want your opinion

I’ve built my hardtail from ground up. But added a sr Suntour shock post for the seat. Very comfy 😊

Gr8 choice hardtail’s specially going fully rigid😅

I was shopping for a hardtail. It made more sense on paper. Then I feel in love with a full sus and just bought it

I've been riding a Trek Roscoe9 and loving this trail weapon

I love my Hardtail, I bullied the full suspension kids they couldn't leave me downhill 😅

Absolutely love my Nukeproof Scout! Hardtails bring so much fun.

I got a Yeti ARC. What did you say about cost?

Fell in love with MTB when i bought a bike to commute on, but wanted to have a seperate bike for weekends so i dont trash how i get to work! Went for a Whyte 909 as got it at a bargain price! For a fixeed budget I could get way better spec for my money!

I love sending my xc hardtail bike and I love hardtails in general, specially since I still can't afford a full sus, gotta enjoy what you got and get the most of it!

🤔One said no setup get on and ride in the beginning and the other said setup is key when referring to suspension at the end 🤙🏾

Just brought a Carrera hellcat 29er, seems okay just a little sloppy in the corners so I feel myself not trusting it

I bought a full rigid All Terrain Bike and kitted it with the biggest front tire I could fit. It smoothed the whole ride out and made it a fair bit more difficult than usual to push. But push it I did and with that training I was finally able to pick up a hard tail for the first time ever! I loved it! They have way better handling and braking characteristics than a full suspension. With that said I'm not a sender and anyone looking for speed with a lil fun in the air should consider a hard tail.

I ride a hard tail for the same reason that I drive a stick shift, I feel more connected to the trail/road. Cheers

My only bike is hard tail, its bring childhood memories when bike is just about fun ❤

So glad I decided to pick up a nukeproof scout frame last year, cause everytime I see it in this channel it makes me want to go for a ride.

How is there peolpe who didnt start with a hard trail

Adding a dropper to my 10-year old mild XC hardtail was game changing.

Line choice. Line choice. Line choice. Avoid insanely rocky trails, just hell when there's no line to pick. Body suspension goes only so far. Love the Hardtail!

Sticking with a hardtail; work commute, trails, dirt brevets, gravel, tours....one that does it all.