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Hi there I am Gauteng side. Thanks for letting me know though!

Thank you all, yes noticed the same whilst bike hunting. Maybe the industry realised that size 24 bikes are short use bikes. I really liked the bright colours of the Signal kiddies bikes - it however seems that production of these products have been paused for some unknown reason. Thank you for the alternative recommendations.

Does anyone know why it is so hard to get hold of Signal kids bikes these days? Most shops just state - out of stock (for a while now). Has Signal stopped selling kids bikes? Can the hubbers please recommend alternatives that offer disc brakes and trigger shifters as standard for 24 inch?

Thank you for a well considered response RobynE. I did go for a bike fit on the Silverback and a Small frame (due to reach) was recommended but I will be sure to go for a fit on the other recommended brands so that I am sure about the size before starting to hunt in the classifieds. Would it then ultimately be worthwhile to go duel sus lower spec or rather hardtail better spec? Or let me rather ask, under which riding circumstances would a dualsus be a better companion albeit with arguably less reliable components….

I am 165cm - so typically a small frame size I would guess.

Hi everyone I am currently riding an old geometry XC mountainbike circa 2006 with 3x7 drivetrain and V-brakes and I am using it for park riding and gravel roads and mild trails. I must admit the geometry and brakes make me nervous when going downhill. I am considering something with modern geometry to enable me to try more technical trails. From various forums it seems that Silverback seems to offer good value for money and I am considering the Stride or Stratos. I am also looking at a 1 x 10 drivetrain as an upgrade to the 3 x 7 I am used to. If I am used to old geometry hardtail, would it be too big a jump to move to new geometry and duel suspension at once? Also considering that I need to learn about ‘new’ technology such as hydraulic brakes and tubeless tyres, would it be better to buy new with hopefully some after sales support or would it be better to buy second hand with perhaps local bike shop support? Also please advise alternatives to the Silverback that offers good value. My budget is between R15 and R20k.

Thank you for the reply - would you say there is a max duration for which these bikes would remain in a fairly reliable condition - let’s say I am second or third or fourth owner - are there any very complex failures which cannot be repaired with a simple bike service apart from cracked frame which I guess would be highly unlikely given the rider’s weight. Should I rather just focus on main requirements and take it from there - e.g. 1x8 drivetrain and trigger gears?

Hi everyone My 8 year old son loves mtb racing. Which 24 inch bike offers the best value for money and lowest chance of mechanical issues for the short period he will be using it? I am very comfortable to consider second hand but the available options are too many. Is it Avalanche, Titan or Signal or something else?