Can't see the link. Nothing wrong with the Chisel for where and how you plan to ride for now. Me and I guess most riders buy similar XC mtb's when first getting into riding or restarting the old hobby.
If this is literally going to be your first mtb and you're just dipping your toe into riding then consider a Chisel (or similar) a good start.
If you've done mtb'ing before and know you're going to stick with it, are going to push your skill level and ride more technical trails then I'd suggest forget the XC Chisel, go straight for the Big Al or Scout (or any similar trail orientated bike).
Spend more now and save in the long term on a bike that's ready to rock and more capable when you get to that stage which won't take that long.
An up to 2k budget will get you a very capable hardtail, ready to shred out of the box. The Big Al and the Scout are both good choices, have all the up to date long/low/slack geo, better forks, brakes, etc, etc with plenty of upgradable components available for the foreseeable future if you feel you need to replace any of the stock parts.
If this is literally going to be your first mtb and you're just dipping your toe into riding then consider a Chisel (or similar) a good start.
If you've done mtb'ing before and know you're going to stick with it, are going to push your skill level and ride more technical trails then I'd suggest forget the XC Chisel, go straight for the Big Al or Scout (or any similar trail orientated bike).
Spend more now and save in the long term on a bike that's ready to rock and more capable when you get to that stage which won't take that long.
An up to 2k budget will get you a very capable hardtail, ready to shred out of the box. The Big Al and the Scout are both good choices, have all the up to date long/low/slack geo, better forks, brakes, etc, etc with plenty of upgradable components available for the foreseeable future if you feel you need to replace any of the stock parts.
