Bike Comparisons

A look at the Saracen Mantra - our long, slack hardtail (LSL) designed for stable, confidence-inspiring trail riding. Find out what sets it apart.

Your No-Nonsense Trail Weapon If you think hardtails are just entry-level rides or “second bikes”… think again. The Saracen Mantra range is built to challenge everything you know about simple, stripped-back mountain bikes. Designed for speed, engineered for stability, and dialled for pure fun on the trail—Mantra doesn’t just keep up, it pushes you to ride harder. This is a...

Ariel 30 vs Mantra LSL? When it comes to trail riding, we've built a reputation for producing bikes that balance performance, value, and fun. Two of our most popular models- The Ariel 30 vs Mantra LSL often come up in conversation, mostly related to what rips the hardest on the trails. But which one should you go for? Saracen Ariel...