After many other attempts to get to Glentress (work/social life been too busy) I finally got to take my new Specialized FSR XC down Glentress. Thought it was going to be a non-runner after hearing the torrential rain on the window at 4am but turned out to be sunny and dusty at Glentress. Cheers for providing transport and chat Angus!
Bike performed great (better than me…). Climbing on the rough stuff I had to lock out the rear shock as I couldn’t get the hang of it. On the fireroad climbs it was great though. Descending was much more enjoyable than my Giant Boulder with rim brakes. With only one fingered braking required on the FSR it meant I could hold on better. The more plush suspension (at both ends) also meant braking and simply riding over obstacles was much more achievable.
Mine nearest camera (taken while sitting having a bacon + egg roll)
Raring to go again.