What full-suspension mountain bike for between $1500 and $2000?

Question

Hi, long-time mountain biker here, love single track and downhill. I love to ride, but I'm not fully obsessed and not able to bike a ton.

I am looking for a new full suspension, all terrain mountain bike that can climb well (ie lighter?). I'm looking for something between $1500 and $2000 range, and i'm wondering if anyone had any recommendations. I currently have a K2 Launch 4.0 full suspension. It's a decent downhill bike, but kind of heavy, and the bushings are corrupted, and it's about 7 years old or so. Looking for something new. Any thoughts appreciated. I guess bottom line i'm looking for a good mid-level bike. Nothing crazy expensive, but nothing too cheap.

Answer 1

maybe a kona stinky or kona coiler

Answer 2

Look at the,

Diamondback Mission

Giant Reign

Specialized Pitch

Mongoose Khyber Elite

All good AM builds.

Answer 3

Gary Fisher HiFi

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