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Just a quick update that I recently took a look at a 2013 GasGas 300 and also going to check out a 2016 Beta Evo 300 that just recently came on the market. All things equal, the Beta seems like a safer bet and probably the bike that I'm going to go with. I've read some folks noting that a 300 is not the easiest/best bike to learn so not sure if folks have a strong opinion over the other. Really appreciate everyone's time and feedback on this thread and looking forward to getting started!

Thank you Art. The bike I'm looking at actually came from Lewisport and was very well maintained based on it's history. Being in SoCal, not having the local support is going to be the biggest area of concern over a Beta.

Thank you for the advice. I definitely have this event on my calendar and not necessarily in a rush to purchase a bike. My gut tells me that the Beta 250 is really going to be the best bulletproof and hassle free choice as a beginner. The only reason I was considering the Vertigo is because I found one locally for 6k with updated 2019 maps. Again, really not looking to get into something that is going to be a pain to maintain with no nearby support so going back on fourth on which bike is going to be the best starting point. My budget is around 6k. Thanks! -Scott

Hello, Total noobie here thought I'd start with this forum. I live in Orange County, California and looking to give the sport of trials riding a go. I grew up racing motocross in my younger days and have been an avid street rider for the last decade or so. Trials riding has always peaked my interest and decided that 2020 would be the year to give the sport a go. The SoCal Trials Association seems to be a good group and looking forward to riding with the group here shortly. I am 35, 200 pounds and looking at picking up either a Beta 250 or possibly a 2017 Vertigo Combat that recently came up for sale in NorCal. Seems like Beta would be the safest choice in regards to reliability and local dealers but would appreciate any feedback that the group may have. Thanks! -Scott