If so, then 1x11 (1x12 would require new Microspline-compatible wheels). Deore M5100 is probably the best option.
Fork, gawd knows. You'll probably have a job finding anything that's non-boost and QR compatible.
Dropper - I'm guessing the frame doesn't have internal routing? RSP and Brand X options seem to start from just shy of £100.
How knackered are the current parts? Or is it a case of your wife wanting summat better? Getting something OTP looks like a simpler option, but does anywhere have any stock?
Like that yeah, seems like a lot of work for a bike that might never be very good at all..... probably £250 for the 1x setup, £100 for a dropper and £200 for a fork..... might be better just getting another bike.
Like this one?
https://www.evanscycles.com/genesis-core-20-2015-mountain-bike-EV223042
If so, then 1x11 (1x12 would require new Microspline-compatible wheels). Deore M5100 is probably the best option.
Fork, gawd knows. You'll probably have a job finding anything that's non-boost and QR compatible.
Dropper - I'm guessing the frame doesn't have internal routing? RSP and Brand X options seem to start from just shy of £100.
How knackered are the current parts? Or is it a case of your wife wanting summat better? Getting something OTP looks like a simpler option, but does anywhere have any stock?