@@AllMyRides Cheers. I only started mtb recently and bought a used hardtail. I plan on upgrading already as it's a bit too large for me. Is a full sus bike really needed for these type of trails or should I just get a good hardtail?
You will have plenty of fun on a hardtail in Ballinastoe and nearby trails and it will do very well with grippy tires and dropper post. Fullsus will give you more confidence on the trails. Soon there will be autumn sale + black Friday and Cyber Monday, so if you wait, check prices now for bikes you like and compare them later with sale prices. With some online shops and direct brands you can get very nice deals.
