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Agreed!

Anyone else think most of these bikes have way too much travel for Rotorua?

Look at those reach measurements! Specialized bikes just don't fit me. Until they add reach, or shorten the seat tube length, Specialized bikes are just a no go.

Yep, me too!

I have the T129 RS. It's manoeuvrable, hugely capable and f-ing fast! Done a number of Enduro races on it too, last one being Oct 2016 2w giant enduro at Rotorua NZ. Awesome bike for the race. Cannot rate it any higher.

Dano, I have the T129 RS. Its an awesome trail bike! Rear tyre clearance is limited though. Nobby Nic 2.25 is Max you can go, not a problem for me. The big wheels offer loads of grip. Geometry is so confidence inspiring and the bike encourages you to get airborne. Ignore the 29er haters, they likely haven't ridden this type of bike (Evil Following, Process 111, Smuggler, etc. - aggressive short travel 29ers) The T129 is a playful, poppy bike that's seriously fast.

Donated. Let this be a lesson to us all, get the right insurance that covers what we do and read the small print.