New Mountain Bike advice

Hi I would really like some advice please I’ve still got my Specialized FSR XC pro that I bought in 2008 and it’s now got road tyres fitted as I use it to commute to work now it’s been a great bike and it will continue to be my daily ride but I’m going to be in the market for a new mountain bike in January I’ve got a set budget in mind and I’ve been looking at either 2018 or 2019 Orbea Occam TR H50 I’m also looking at the 2018 Specialized Camber Comp 29er if anyone please has any comments good or bad about either of these bikes I would really appreciate it,the bike would be used for mixed trails,hills and forest tracks all being accessible within a very short ride of home,so wouldn’t be doing one more than the other cheers Paul

The best advise I can give is to try and find both bikes in a shop and have a look/test ride.  On paper they both might read to be ideal but in reality will feel different.  The most ideal bike will be the one that feels right to you.

Hi that’s very good advice thank you,I’ve now ordered my new bike and went for the run out model 2018 Specialized camber comp 29,I got a really good deal and great customer service from Cyclestore Congleton  and after having great experience in owning my old one hopefully this will serve me for years to come,it’s being collected tomorrow. Cheers Paul