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CarreraVengeance
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Origin
The Vengeance is Carrera's flagship entry-level mountain bike, sold exclusively through Halfords UK and Ireland. It has been a staple of the range since the mid-2010s and is consistently among the best-selling budget hardtails in the UK. The 2020 refresh updated geometry, adding reach for a more confident trail feel, while keeping the accessible price and low maintenance spec.
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Specifications
- Frame
- 6061 alloy hardtail frame, lifetime warranty
- Weight
- kg
- Drivetrain
- Shimano Altus 1x8 (8-speed) on current models; earlier builds 2x8 Shimano Altus 16-speed (36/22t crankset, 12-32t cassette)
- Brakes
- Mechanical disc brakes (160mm rotors); Trail variant uses same; E variant upgrades to Tektro mechanical disc 180mm
- Wheels
- 27.5 in double-wall alloy rims
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The verdict
+Strengths
- Exceptional value — full alloy hardtail with disc brakes at a highly accessible UK price
- Solid Suntour XCM fork handles typical trail bumps well for the money
- Wide range of sizes and colourways; women's and junior variants available
−Weaknesses
- Mechanical disc brakes lack the power and modulation of hydraulic units on pricier bikes
- Shimano Altus drivetrain is functional but shifts sluggishly compared to Deore or higher
- Heavy at ~14.5 kg — noticeable on climbs
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