Suggestions on What bikes to get.?

Question

I'm looking into buying a Downhill/Freeride bike. I'm 16, about 130 lbs. and 5'10". My price range? lol, $8500 max. I've been looking at the (2008's only) Specialized Demo 8 2, Iron Horse Sunday Elite in terms of complete bikes. Any opinions on them? Also, I've been researching Morewood bicycles. The 2 downhill models they have are sick and people give them 5/5 stars on mtbr.com forums. I would have to build it up being as they only sell the frames. Ill be doing downhill, freeriding type riding and pretty big gaps (so 8 inches of travel min front and rear) Any other suggestions on brands and models of Downhill bikes that are pro?

Answer 1

Santa Cruz has some great bikes. But, if I was looking at a downhill bike right now, I would get the Specialized. That is one sweet bike.