Fish-Finger-er Posted August 24, 2011 Report Share Posted August 24, 2011 been browsing as tempted to build up a new all mountain bike. found this, but it aint in my size, but honestly think its bargain of the year, so sticking it up on here so someone else can hopefully take advantage (i was tempted to buy 2, flog em on ebay) commencal meta 6 frame for 300, can get a fox float for £165, and have a pretty sweet all mountain/enduro set up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leistonbmx Posted August 24, 2011 Report Share Posted August 24, 2011 I saw that and got all excited thinking it was the whole bike, then read properly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tomm Posted August 25, 2011 Report Share Posted August 25, 2011 Meta frames are going for nothing at the moment. I saw a 2009 Meta 5.5 large frame for £175 (brand new, no shock, no warranty), also from Real cycles. I think as long as you accept it'll last about 1-3 years max it's a good deal. I've not heard of the Meta 666 frames being quite as snap-happy. That frame is an older vintage though, probably 2009 as well. It doesn't mention warranty so I'd assume it has a standard 2 years which is pretty decent. Check before buying though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matthew62 Posted August 25, 2011 Report Share Posted August 25, 2011 I had previously liked the Meta bikes but when looking for a new frame recently was just too put off by the many stories of snapped frames. The newer models that have replaced the Meta 5/6 etc look better but it's a matter of 'time will tell'. It was enough for me to go elsewhere on my recent purchase as it was too much of a risk. Having said that....for £300 i'd certainly take the risk as even if you get a couple of years out of it - for £300 i'd consider myself quite happy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tomm Posted August 25, 2011 Report Share Posted August 25, 2011 Yeah you can't really complain at that, can you? My 2009 Meta is completely ruined though. Two cracks around the shock mount, one massive crack 75% of the way around the seat tube, bodged together and still just rideable. It's now just started with the most horrendous creaking too, I need to examine it today and find out what's going on - I expect I'll find something else horrible... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matthew62 Posted August 25, 2011 Report Share Posted August 25, 2011 Jeez - not good. What do you think you'll go for next? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tomm Posted August 25, 2011 Report Share Posted August 25, 2011 Dunno. Ideal world - Santa Cruz TRc. But since that costs a ridiculous £2700 (frame only) I think I'll wait until I win the lottery for that one. I definitely want something around 130-140mm, no more. Probably something second hand from one of the big manufacturers, maybe a newish Giant Trance X or a Specialized Enduro (pre 2010). I can't get too excited about any of those, though. I'm gonna run this one into the ground and then think about getting something similar-ish. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matthew62 Posted August 25, 2011 Report Share Posted August 25, 2011 Is an Orange Five a no-no then? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tomm Posted August 25, 2011 Report Share Posted August 25, 2011 Yeah I'm not sure. I know a lot of people ride them and love them. I once heard Orange frames described as "Yesterday's products at tomorrow's prices" and I can't get that out of my head. For a single pivot I think they're too expensive. At the end of the day it's just a frame and I'm sure there aren't huge differences in how they ride. Whatever lets me get out. I'm off for my 5th XC ride this week Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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