Eugene

Maybe the asking price is too high in the first place.

I have never, in 20 odd years of cycling, taken my bike to a bike shop. I have always done my own servicing. I've always had a hardtail and road bike. I recently built up a full suspension, using second hand parts, so I guess there are no warranties that I need to worry about. The shock needed to be pumped so I took it to a bike shop to be pumped. Once pumped, the mechanic noticed a creak and told me I needed a full shock service at R2, 800. Took it home, stripped every single bush and bearing, relubed where I could..... Problem solved. No more creaks. So, did my shock really need a service? It works perfectly. I realise it will at some point need a service. I have been watching videos on how to service it and I am wondering how the heck do they get to R2, 800.

With a 22 upfront and a 42 at the rear, you won't be going anywhere. Your legs will be spinning like crazy and you won't be moving forward. You'll probably just fall over

These things are like hens teeth..... There is a chap right here on Bikehub that often has things like this for sale. He was the only guy in SA that I could get 5600 hoods (not even Coolheat had them). He goes under the name of Richiespares. He is very quick to respond and posts them swiftly.

So many things to consider, the most important of which is size. Nothing will spoil your day more than riding a bike that is too small or too big for you. Step 1 is to determine the size you need and choose the bike that is the size. If you already know this and all 3 of these are the correct size, choose the one that speaks loudest to you.

Choose the one that is the correct size for you. If they are both the right size, choose the one that looks like it has been looked after better. Lots of scratches means the owner doesn't care about it and probably didn't maintain it. If they are the wrong size, look elsewhere.

If you borrowed the frame, you will have to get the owner a replacement. Accidents do happen, but if it were my frame, I wouldn't be happy knowing it was repaired and wouldn't be happy getting it back like that

Isn't this the principle of the the free market system? Isn't it the basis of any freemarket business (buy as low as possible and sell as high as possible)? If somebody offers a price far less than what it was advertised at, the seller has two options. Accept it or reject it..... It is that simple.

Please elaborate..... Why do you say this is suspicious?

If the bike is in the condition the seller says it is and if it has the components the ad refers to, I would say it is a very good price.

I'm not going to be popular with this answer. He is 10, don't over analyse his racing. Let him ride and he will learn and gain experience with time.

So, there is a bike shop in PE that sells used stuff. They were advertising a Campag Veloce derailleur as "Compact". If a bike shop can't get it right.

I suppose mechanical doping is allowed in this thread. I went to watch the Steak Race in PE. There was a woman on an eBike riding in the lead bunch. A little later when they were about 20km from the end, she was dropped from the lead bunch (but still right up there with the lead riders) and a guy was riding in her tow. He was without a doubt getting an advantage from her.

The Rapport was the entry level model in the Peugeot line up. Even if there is no value, it will be great to get it back into its original condition. A nice project. A good clean, some rust removal and some lube will go a long way.

It is impressive considering they had no passenger cars (except the Mustang) to offer their customers

Do you trust the advice given by the Bikehub doctors? The only advice I can give is to go and see a real doctor. Maybe they'll do some tests to see what is causing your problem

You asked a question on buying a full suspension and some people used it as an opportunity to attack you. It just blows my mind. Good luck with your search

Is it necessary to be so aggressive in your comments? This is supposed to be a community of like minded people who help each other out, not attack someone at every opportunity.

If it's a dual suspension that you want, then go ahead and get one. You don't have to justify your choice. It is your choice and how you maintain your bike is between you and your bike. I am not sure where you are from, but here is an option for you. https://bikehub.co.za/classifieds/item/dual-suspension-bikes/698102/silverback-slider2-275-large#fullscreen Despite your experience, they are good bikes.

I built my bike with LTwoo 1 x 10. I press the button and it shifts instantly and as smooth as any Shimano or Sram product that I have used. There is no chain slap (despite the lack of a clutch). It does what it is supposed to do and therefore has all the performance I (and 90% of the rest of us) needs. After experiencing LTwoo, I doubt I will go back to the over priced Shimano and Sram. LTwoo is doing what Chery and Haval have done to the car market.

I realise that this is a problem, which is why I said "credible". The next problem is identifying what bikes shops are credible. Having said that, you still have recourse against a bike shop, but nothing against a used bike sold "as is".

My view is different. As a first bike, I would rather buy new from a credible bike shop. At least you know it will be the right size, it will be set up properly for you and you will have the peace of mind of a warranty. Also, you will build a relationship with the bike shop and you will be more likely to get tips and advice etc. For your budget, you will get a pretty capable bike which can be upgraded as you go along.

These bikes are easily repairable and parts readily available. I bought my daughter an Avalanche 20 inch and it was then passed down to her brother. It was still in excellent condition. Like any other bike, I cleaned it regularly, lubed it regularly and maintained it well. I sold it to a bike shop.

Your son is 8 and will outgrow a bike pretty quick, so, as long as you avoid the supermarket special bikes, you should be find with any of these brands.

The Trek is really old and the Rook is one of those uncommon brands. You don't mention costs and/or spec. The entry level Avalanche's are best avoided, but their higher end models are very competent. It just depends on which one you were looking at. Brands that offer value for money are Titan, Axis, Avalanche and Surge.