dries109

Kevin, unless you absolutely need a new mtb, rather go the second hand route. You can buy a much better performing, lighter mtb second hand for that price.

Curious question: I sprayed some Clean Green on my frame as well and left it for a few minutes to soak... now the black paint seems faded? Can I polish it out or something? Only use it on my drivetrain now, and sunlight on rest - but will follow tnt1's advice and stay clear!

Had shimano spd's, nothing wrong with it - faultless performance, but are riding eggbeater sl's now and won't go back...

With posts flying around relating to dodgy sales and bike parts, I thought I should post something positive! I bought some parts from these fellow hubbers the last couple of months and had absolutely no hassles whatsoever - all parts received as advertized, on time , neatly packaged etc. So who are these folks? - some probably dealt with them before,but I want to name them and give some "recognition" : - Mario2 - Hanber - Zaskar - XTC Oke - Speedi Thanks Guys, hope to deal with you soon again!dries1092009-04-23 12:02:04

like dirtbreath said, they clog up quickly in mud and clay. i also find them unnerving under aggressive cornering as they often loose their purchase. seriously, i think it's the worst tyre i've ever put on a bike. Thanks Roller, must say haven't given them a go in the wet, will pray for some rain and give them stick!

What would be the ideal wet / dry tyre then for changing race conditions?

Hi Roller, why do you say that? I'm curious because I have just fitted a set...

Some nice hills in the area if you go out with Lynnwood rd towards Donkerhoek , but on the other side of Lynnwood. A lot of farms and small holdings, great dirt roads with a lot of climbs if you zig zag through them.

Google it... good entry level bike. Mongoose make great mountain bikes - the likes of Meteor elite etc.. heck, Burry Stander rode them once!

Nice bike! Where's the couch?

Well said Kona - logic prevails

First time I saw this thread and now this press release... All I say is F#$% them, I won't support them EVER. Seen some of the crazy prices myself when comparing them to a smaller shop... and they should have the better economies of scale... the saying should be changed - GREED is the mother of all F%$@ ups!!