Lapierre Raid 229 (2014)

If you're in the market for a first mountain bike, but you don't have a big budget to play with, it's hard to beat the Lapierre Raid 229. This bike, sized for 29" wheels, offers a smooth, stable ride and a lot of performance for the price. The bike features a light, tough aluminium frame and an RST suspension fork. Durable Shimano components shift and brake with precision, and parts from FSA, Impac, and Lapierre add value. A Mach1 disc wheelset is the finishing touch here.