Beerboy37

Perfect! Thanks guys. I guess we'll just ride around until we find something. At least I know which direction to go now.

Thanks, I have heard about those guys so we will be cautious. We are getting a group of about 8-10 guys and starting at Benoni country club. If we're coming from the northmead mall side, do we go to the left or right hand side after going under the highway? I went a few years ago and I thought we went left but now I'm not sure.

Thanks. So it's fairly easy to find? Would I just go under the highway on snake road and then go left?

I'm looking to ride at the Benoni mine dumps this weekend but I don't know much about it. Does anyone know if you can still get there from CR swart dam? Last time I went it looked like they had locked the gate there. Also, how do I get into the mine dumps? Is it just off snake road? Thanks in advance.

I ordered a numberplate yesterday but it's one of those square ones. Hope it's okay to use.

Yeah, driving from JHB to Durban on Monday and don't wanna take a chance.

I know what you mean. It starts with a numberplate and next thing you know you're walking his dogs and taking his children to the park.

Hi everyone, Found a useful link for building your own trailer board, I'm sure it will help a few more people. Gonna make one for my Geof carrier. http://www.bicycling.co.za/articles/how-to-build-your-own-trailer-board Gonna buy the parts this afternoon. Any suggestions on the best shop to buy from? I'm also not the best DIY guy so will update with photos at some stage. If I can do it, anyone can! HAPPY HOLIDAYS!!

Hi, I am looking for an affordable bike rack to fit 4 mtbs. I have narrowed it down to a Geof GE 010 4 Cycle Geof or Holdfast SA 2000 - Flexi Clamp. Please let me know if you have any experience with either of these racks and what you think of them? Thanks.

I stay in Boksburg. I have been to Cajees but I will still look around a bit more. Can anyone recommend a good shop in the East rand?

I had a look at a Raleigh explorer and a Giant upland SE. R2500 each. Any thoughts on these?

What about the Silverback Reno or Alpine? Beerboy372009-11-23 08:48:05

I was considering 2nd hand but I think I'd prefer a new bike. I'm worried I get a used bike and it's been treated badly. I don't really know what to look for with a used bike. Plus it's always nice to get something new.

Thanks for all the feedback so far. Is there a specific brand that is known for quality and value for money? I am willing to spend R4000 max. but would obviously prefer to pay a bit less.

Sorry, just realised the links don't work. Here are the specs of each bike: R 3,999.95 Mongoose Rockadile ALX Disc 26" MTB Frame : Heat treated 6061 alloy with disc mount and replaceable hangerFork : Suntour M2025 alloy crown, 63mm travelCrank : Prowheel forged alloy triple ( 24/34/42 teeth )Pedal : resin with steel axleFront Derailleur : Shimano TY10Rear Derailleur : Shimano AceraDerailleur lever : Shimano EF50Freewheel : Shimano HG30 11 - 32 teeth, 8 speed cassetteRim : Alex PC19 double wall alloy with wear indicatorFront hub : Formula disc alloy QR 32HRear hub : Formula disc alloy QR and freehub 32HBrake set : Promax mechanical disc with 160mm rotorsStem : Mongoose alloy aheadR 3,999.95 Mongoose Tyax Comp MTB Frame : Mongoose 6061 aluminum with trail tested geometry, zero stack head tube with replaceable hangerFork : Suntour XCT MLO 100mm travel, mechanical lockout, preload adjustCrank : FSA A-Drive alloy ( 22/32/42 teeth )Pedal : Mongoose alloy platformFront Derailleur : Suntour XCM202Rear Derailleur : Sram X4Derailleur lever : Sram X4 triggers 24 speedFreewheel : Shimano HG30 11 - 32 teeth, 8 speed cassetteRim : Alex PC 19 double wall alloy with wear indicatorFront hub : Formula alloy QR 32HRear hub : Formula alloy QR and freehub 32HBrake set : Promax V-brakeHandlebar : Mongoose alloy riserStem : Mongoose alloySizes : s - xl

Hi, Are either of these good mountain bikes to start off with? I will initially cycle around my neighborhood but I'm hoping to join a mountain biking club soon. http://www.sportsmanswarehouse.co.za/public/products/productdetails.aspx?id=1048440 http://www.sportsmanswarehouse.co.za/public/products/productdetails.aspx?id=1048441 Thanks.

Thanks guys. I will have a look around. Would you suggest I rather spend a bit more or could I get something reasonable for R1500?

Hi everyone, Just to start, I have never cycled. I do not know anything about mountain bikes or mountain biking so all help is greatly appreciated. Over the past few weeks I have been looking for a mountain bike. I will initially use it to ride around my neighbourhood and when camping and maybe join a club eventually. I've been looking at the Dunlop and Raleigh bikes at Makro but from what I've picked up on this forum, I assume these aren't very good. Any thoughts? I guess my next option after that would be to go 2nd hand but I don't even know where to start with that. I am looking to spend R1500 max. and I stay in the east rand (boksburg). Is it best to buy from a shop or private? Can I even get something reasonable in my price range? Thanks.