Hey guys, would love y'alls input here. Debating between the Camber or Carve Comp, the Camber is full suspension while the Carve is a HT. I'll pretty much be riding single track, might be interested to get back into racing, but I'm also probably making a move to Montana and a trip to Moab so I would probably want something that can handle mountainous terrain. Let me here your thoughts!
Since I recently purchased a 2013 Carve Comp, I'll put my vote into the Carve's basket. I was coming from a 26" hardtail, and I've been surprised how much easier it is to go over small to medium bumps with the 29" Carve. Additionally, it climbs and handles really well for a bike its size. Do you ride a lot of trails where you really need a full suspension?
Right now I probably don't need full suspension, however 2 years from now when I'm planning to make the move up north it'd be more likely. And i'd like to have a bike I can keep with me at least 5+ years without any unforeseeable accidents. So I dont want to buy something that I'll regret 2 years from now when I'm in the Rockies.
I am going to look a bit more into the Carve and probably hit up my lbs.
You won't like the fork on the base Camber, so Camber Comp at least to get a Reba. If that gets to be too much money I'd stick with the Carve. This all is of course opinion, hard to pick a bike for someone else.
I just purchased a carve comp 2013, i agree that if you are getting a camber, get at least the camber comp or you will most likely not be happy. I am yet to hear of anyone regretting buying a carve. The carve will certainly hold up on the trails, do not worry.
Appreciate y'alls opinions! I think I'm going to go with the Carve, maybe the Carve expert, after hearing yalls input and talking with some friends I think the HT is the best route and a few years down the line I can just transfer components if I so choose.
I'm a little over halfway there but I'm looking forward to this summer when I'll have enough!
Appreciate y'alls opinions! I think I'm going to go with the Carve, maybe the Carve expert, after hearing yalls input and talking with some friends I think the HT is the best route and a few years down the line I can just transfer components if I so choose.
I'm a little over halfway there but I'm looking forward to this summer when I'll have enough!
The 2013 Specialized Carve is an amazing value and an awesome performer. My previous bike was a full suspension Trek Top Fuel 26er, and I can easily say that the Carve is a far better climber and sprinter. I would recommend changing the brakes to either SLX or XT brakes.
im a little late but i got to go with the carve too. ht is just way more reliable and efficient in the long run. Usually come with a way better component group too for the dollar.
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