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Hey how's that...... no worries DPG, all sorted....

agreed, too much writing and not enough images

Humans, we are our own worst enemy.

don't believe everything a ranger tells you, they are trained to tell you what you want, or rather need to hear at times. I am pretty sure relocation is due to the incident with the two guys in that video, in almost every case where an animal is being moved is due to an incident with humans. It is really sad that we are on "their turf" yet they are the ones that end up with the *** deal? Hopefully they are going to a game reserve in Warmbaths, there are a few up in the area, so one only hopes. New bloodline - er ok, if you say so......

+1

I would suggest riding the bike before hand, having said this, I am a kort gat at 174CM and I ride a 17" Momsen - so ja may be too small for you.

tubeless all the way - I took the leap earlier this year and have never looked back. Just keep in mind, your rims may not be able to go tubeless, as you need a dbl sided wall rim. Take the complete wheel past your LBS and they will tell you.....

your dad will be with you SurferChild, right by your side - good luck with the ride mate.....

definitely wrong seat Jeans, I have a Momsen Race saddle - bought the same Sella Italia seat and within the first 3km it felt like I was riding on the "bones of my ass". Swopped back to the Momsen seat fast. The Momsen seat is flat, whereas I found the Sella to be a bit more convex?

And what a lovely softtail it is

Hey Chopper007 - my only caution against the Momsen 129 is that if you are heavier than 90k - the rims may be an issue.

for what it is worth, I have the hanging type rack, the one arm of the rack sits under the top tube by the seatpost, the second arm sits under the down tube of the bike - which levels out the bike nicely as the top tube slopes a fair bit. If both arms go under the top tube, then the ground clearance between the front wheel and the ground is too close for comfort. I have found that there is pretty much zero sway under braking and acceleration and all cables are way clear meaning they don't catch or rub against anything. Having said this, I have a hardtail, my mate has a softtail and also a hanging type rack which is not ideal at all. He definately needs a platform, as his wife also has a softtail.

great news, so there is a judicial system afterall.........

2014 Momsen AL229 is a good option. I have the 2013 AL229 and although it was a good deal at under 8k, I have upgraded front shock and brakes.

Well there you have it, 7k will get you a very decent ride - especially in the classifieds on the hub. Spend the 1k on the Scott and happy riding - see you on the trails....

Hey ScottC-M, You mention that you will take around 18-24 months to save up for an upgrade? What rand value do you intend saving up over this period? The Scott or Silverback would be fine - for now - afterall, its not about the bike, its whats in the heart of the rider If you intend on saving up say 6k (or more) over this period, then I would say go for either the Scott or Silverback now, cause in 18-24 months from now, and with a possible budget of 6k+ to spend on a bike, the upgrade will be very significant in comparison to the option you elect to go for now - especially if you look around, on the hub, for a deal.

sounds like someone is a little green at the fact that a heavy MTB was able to keep up with a feather weight carbon roadie - hahahahaha

Thanks for the advice... I think I have certainly under estimated this project, so for now will put it on ice and revisit in the near future - thanks for all the tips and advice guys....

series 7900

Yeah I did a little more research today and I certainly have seem to have inhertited some great stuff. Hellocolour am I only able to then use Dura Ace brake levers? The STi's are indeed pricey - so givin what I have, what do you suggest as a possible alternative for break levers - or is it dura ace or nothing? Have trawelled the hub and cant seem to find the dura ace levers, will try out gumtree....

So - through a friend of mine, I have inherited a few items as follows: Wheelset - Easton Ascent 2 with dura ace cassette Dura ace archers Dura ace crankset incl BB Bars Dura ace front and rear derailleurs 2x gatorskin tyres Condition of the above is great, odd nik here n there, but in good condition overall. I dont have the braker levers or STi's, can anyone make a suggestion what I should look for and what will be compatible with the dura ace stuff? I feel like such a tool asking this, but is the dura ace good stuff? Ask me anything MTB related and I am as sharp as a nail, but clueless come road? With the above items i inherited, i guess a frame set, chain, and a few odds n ends, like stem and so forth will still need to be bought, but it looks like I am moving in the right direction. Your advice on the above would be greatly appreciated.

Solid advice and thank you all for your input - I certainly feel a little more confident in shopping around now. Question in terms of frame size - if one straddles over the bike and the top tube is just under your, er um - well you know what, would that be the size frame to go with? I am 1.71m and weigh 90kgs?

Hey Rock, thanks...... Have had a look at the classifieds on here and i am just clueless on what makes up a decent road bike? Top tip - thanks.

The std rims on the AL129 are the Weinmann CN 520 - and from what have seen (a mate of mine has the AL129) they are not fantastic, almost having to be trued every three rides or so (he is built like a rake and must weigh no more than 70kg). I have the AL229 which for what you pay is a good value for money ride. It serves me well, but I will say that the one component on the AL229 which really lets the whole "package" down is the terrible front shock it comes with std - Suntour XCM. This lasted the sum total of 4 months whereby it required a rebuild, so I opted to rather upgrade and make a significant weight saving in the process. From what I have noticed with the Momsen entry bikes, which is anything from the AL129 right up to the AL329, is that the bikes are spec'd reasonably but there is one component (normally a critical one) that is the spoiler of what could be a really good overall product. In my view the rims on the AL129 and the front shock on the AL229 are the culprits - such a shame......