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Specialized Camber Carbon Comp???

Jakkals77 posted a topic in Buyer’s Advice

Hi All Im currently in the market for a dual suspension 29er with a carbon frame. I currently own a 2012 Scott Spark Team dual susser. I find the Scott to be a good bike with no issues at all, untill I rode the 2014 Spez Camber Comp last year as a test bike. I had ten times more fun on the Spez and on the same trials I normally ride on with the Scott. I normally ride in the Ruimsig and Fourways areas with only a few races such as the Magalies monster and Silverstar MTB challenge, per year. Is the Camber the best bike for R 40 000.00 or can you guys suggest a different ride? I had the below bikes on my short list. 1. Giant Anthem X 29er 2. Own built. Niner RIP 9 aluminium frame with a lefty shock, Fox Float CTD shock and existing American Classic wheel set with a lefty conversion. R48 500....too expensive. 3. Santa Cruz tallboy. Very cool but not in by budget. 4. Scott Genius 910. More trail orientated but should a hell of allot of fun to tide. More so than the spark? Any suggestion or comment with reasons why, would be MUCH appreciated. Thanks

What is the first thing you upgrade on a new bike?

karlito posted a topic in The Bike Room

So I just bought a new Scott Scale 910 recently, and I have not seen a thread like this (please correct me if i'm wrong). So far my first upgrade will be the grips to a pair of ESI extra chunkies, what has/would yours be?

just "upgraded" to scott spark 910 (2014) 29er

mtbDobby posted a topic in New Gear

I have just upgraded to the above bike - I was riding the Volcan xc29er which is a hard tail and am now going the dual sus route - have I made the right decision in terms of bike and going dual sus? The volcan was definitely lighter and got me through epic last year....would be interested to ready the thoughts on this?

I've Scott a Problem

GraemeS posted a topic in The Bike Room

Some advise from someone who has had the following similar problem would be much appreciated. Last weekend I manged to break the swing-arm on my Scott Spark 940 just behind the lower pivot on the drive side. I know the bike is still under warranty so I took it to the shop where I purchased it. The shop was very helpful and will manage the whole claims process. This involves submitting the claim to Scott international, following up with them in terms of approval, getting the approval, and then getting the replacement part to be shipped to them from oversees as apparently this sort of stock is not kept in SA. The catch is that this can take up to 8 weeks. I don't have a second bike and have a multi-stage race coming up in May. I was hoping to get decent base training in over this period and can't image not being able to get on my bike. Is there anything I can do to expedite the Scott process?

Strauss and Buys claim Elite titles at African XCO Championships

News bot posted a topic in The Bike Room

Durbanville’s Mariske Strauss (Orange Monkey Pro Team) and Pretoria’s Philip Buys (Scott Sports) claimed African Continental Championship titles in the Elite women and men’s mountain bike cross-country categories in the Western Cape today. Click here to view the article

Oak Valley: Hardtail or full susser?

Mr Legs posted a topic in Routes & Trails

I am going to do Oak Valley tomorrow, which bike would you recommend for a heavy, semi fit, low skilled cyclist? Hardtail 29' er Scott or Giant Anthem X2 26'er

Swapping a chainring for a smaller one on SRAM X0 2x10

RoboLuke posted a topic in Technical Q&A

I have a SRAM X0 2x10 on my Scott Spark Pro. Is there any technical reason why I cant swap out the small blade for an even smaller one, and keep the big blade the same? Currently upfront I have :Sram Carbon S-2210 GXP PF, Carbon crankarm, 38Ax24A T The cassette is a Sram PG 1070, 11-36 T Just in case its relevant: Rear Derailleur Sram X.0 carbon long cage, 20 Speed Front Derailleur Sram X9, DM S3, dual pull

Rule of thumb with Second Hand?

andre@47 posted a topic in Buyer’s Advice

Good day all, I am looking for some advice on what would be a good price on a second hand MTB. The bike is a Scott Scale Elite 2012 and have done plus minus 1000KM and well looked after. My dilemma is it is a friends bike and would really like to give him a good deal in order for him to buy his next bike. unfortunately the two of us are a bit clueless on how much these type of bikes should go for second hand? Basically if any one can give guidance on how the second hand market works and how do one evaluate a price on a bike. Like a rule of thumb.,..

Scott Spark 29" Epic Failure

seahorse posted a topic in The Bike Room

Anyone else broken .....as in clean off ...... the aluminium chain-stay behind the BB pivot?

Bicycle Insurance: I-Cycle

Aurora posted a topic in The Bike Room

Got introduced to this company by a buddy I cycle with. I did a bit of research and have to say their prices are fantastic and customer service is very sharp. I sent a message on their Facebook page and had a reply within a few minutes. My Scott Scale Expert with a few tweaks valued at R24K was quoted by another company at R358.00 per month, these guys came in at R145.00 per month. This company is also run by cyclists which is pretty cool. Their Facebook page is: http://www.facebook.com/pages/I-Cycle-Insurance/347965448633128 Anybody else had any decent quotes on bike insurance lately?

Advice on first ever MTB - R25k-ish

SiriS posted a topic in Buyer’s Advice

Hi there I'm looking at buying a first mountain bike. Mostly XC riding, perhaps a few 2-3 day events later on. Currently looking at hardtail for maximum R25k-ish budget. Not to fussed about alu vs carbon. I've spent some time looking at bikes at different LBS' around me...and lots of internet research...pretty much overwhelmed at this point. Couple of options at the moment, I really like the look of this bike - Momsen SL729 - http://www.momsenbikes.com/index.php?option=com_k2&view=item&layout=item&id=178&Itemid=754 http://www.olympiccycles.co.za/uploads/8cf7b5d2f6e24846a35e5e0b99c8ecf1-08042013-11411.jpg ...but there does to be quite a few stories about broken frames so I'm unsure. Also looking at something like the Scott Scale 940. Any advice, specific model I should perhaps look at, issues to avoid etc? Thanks in advance!

Bad service specialised concept store

rattlesnake posted a topic in The Bike Room

I think that the only thing that the Specialised Concept Store in Melrose Arch specialises in is bad service! I went in there last week with a colleague of mine looking for a soft tail bike. The sales guys there (Ricky) said that they didnt have stock of a particular bike and that he would check at other stores for us and call me to let me know. One week passes - no call. My colleague went and bought a Scott from one of the more competent LBS' out there. I went into the concept store today and the same sales guy was there'; 1. When I asked why he didnt call me about the bike, he said "I was supposed to call you?" Äbout what" - this after I took the time to fill out my name etc on a piece of paper for him to get back to me. 2. The guy was completely unapologetic 3. His breath smelt like something died in his mouth, seriously, move inside a 1m radius of this guy at your own perril. 4. The store is extremely poorl;y stocked. And this is not the first time I have been in there and they havent had some of the basics. Bottom line, I will not shop there again and if I were you, I wouldnt either. If I ever need anything with a specialised brand name again, it wont be from the Melrose Arch store.

ZTR 29r Arch Ex/Hope or Easton Haven Wheelsets

Curbie posted a topic in Technical Q&A

Greetings Both CWC & CRC are having pretty decent New Year Specials on the mentioned wheelsets respectively. The question really is,(1) which set to pull the trigger on ? ... I will therefore appreciate all meaningful input, advice and comment in this regard. I ride a 2013 Scott Scale 920. The main criteria is an upgrade on rims, therefore the standard weight advantage comes into play but above all else is the Quality Aspect followed shortly by the Bling requirement. Thanks and I look forward to the responses.

2013 Scott Spark Lock Out

Greg29 posted a topic in Technical Q&A

I have a new Scott Spark 940 2013 want to know if the lock out is meant to 'lock' the fork when engaged? The rear shock locks completely but there seems like way too much give on the fork. Is it meant to lock to almost a rigid fork?????

Merida vs Scott

brian1 posted a topic in Buyer’s Advice

Help me choose please, I have 2 bikes on my shortlist, Merida Big 9 lite 1000 - R 13495 Scott Scale 960 - R 11699 Merida already has tubeless tyres on so add R 1000 to Scott price. Scott has remote shock lockout. Salesman reckons the Merida is better specced with much better wheels??? Merida has Manitou shock, till now all I have heard about is Suntour, Rockshox and Fox (never really in my proce range anyway.) Manitou is new to me and I heard that it must be serviced in CT even though another thread has a guy in JHB who does it??? I reallly like the look of the Merida personally. What do you think? Thanks

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scott vs fondriest

DJpak posted a topic in Technical Q&A

Hi guys~~~ firstly my english can be bad so please understand me. Recently I saw fondriest!!! It has really nice design~ But not easy to gey some informations about that.. I have scott foil 20. If I buy fondriest ft2 (?). It that worth? And I saw a team and people ride ft2 not zero. I thought zero is the best model but no one ride it; 1. 2013 Foil20 frame vs 2013 (4) Fondriest ft2 2. 2013 Foil20 frame vs 2013 (4) Fondriest ft Zero 3. 2013 Foil team frame vs 2013 (4) Fondriest ft zero Anyone if u have fondriest ft2 or zero, please let me know what ur feeling about it and if u had the other bike before,what a bike u had. Thank u~~

SCOTT CR1 PRO - Stolen in Plumstead

mtgoat posted a topic in Stolen Bikes

Hi All, Please keep an eye out for my bike which was stolen over the weekend.Details of the bike are as follows: MAKE: SCOTT CR1 PRO (CARBON) COLOUR: MATT BLACK AND RED SERIAL NUMBER: STR08D25611083112 COMPONENTS: SHIMANO 105 (CRANKS, BRAKES, DERAILER) SADDLE: SELLA ITALIA X1 (BLACK AND RED) SEATPOST: RITCHEY CARBON PRO (HAS AN ER24 STICKER) WHEELSET: AMERICAN CLASSICS VICTORY 30 HANDLEBARS: SCOTT ROAD PILOT PRO OS PEDALS: SHIMANO 105 SPD BIKE COMPUTER MAKE: GARMIN EDGE 500 WITH CANDENCE SENSOR COLOUR: BLUE, WHITE AND SILVER SERIAL NUMBER: 1TK453047

Which Wheels? MTB Heavier Rider

WrightJnr posted a topic in Buyer’s Advice

Hello all. I'm riding a Scott carbon hardtail and have endless issues breaking spokes on the back wheel. Time to change the wheels. Any suggestions under the R7k mark? Crest, XT or Crossride. Anything else? I'm on the heavy side, 100kg, half-marathon type racing.

Scott Foil Ritchey WCS Seat Post

milky4130 posted a topic in Technical Q&A

Hey Guys So a bit of research has shown that around the world many are sitting with the same situation. Small/Medium frames come in Zero Setback seat post vs Large frame that comes with 25+ Setback. So I currently have a straight (Zero setback) Red that i would like to swap for a 25+ Setback Seatpost either another Red (1st Prize) alternatively I'll settle for a black. Or I'll be happy to buy it from you at a reasonable price. PM if you are in the same boat. BTW the supplier is way too expensive for my liking.

Scott Spark 960

boesman88 posted a topic in Buyer’s Advice

Have been a happy Scott owner for many years, but its time for a replacement. Is the 960 worth buying at R13k? (New)

SCOTT spark 940 29er 2013

NOFEAR-ZN posted a topic in Buyer’s Advice

Is this bike work it for R17000 second hand great condition dual suspension I want to buy it

Best MTB 29er on 10-12k budget

naboo posted a topic in Buyer’s Advice

Hi, I would appreciate any advice ... there are a couple of specials at cyclelab that meet my requirements Scott Aspect 910 R9999 Merida big 9 500 R11500 Trek x-caliber 9 R12000 The Trek has rockshox fork xc32 and the others have xc30. I don't know enough about the rest of the bikes to make a good call, but they seem pretty much they same to me. Thanks in advance for any advice...

MTB for R25k: Specialized or a Scott?

NOFEAR-ZN posted a topic in Buyer’s Advice

Only got R25000 to spend help out plz I'm new to this mountain biker hard tail 29er

Sincere help needed.

paulvds posted a topic in The Bike Room

Good morning all.... Both myself and my life-partner Lorraine went through major invasive surgery recently (Cancer and Spinal). We bought a 26" Scott 620 in Black and Red from Hotspot Cycles a year ago. It has not done 70km. It is brand new. We need to urgently sell it today (for cash if possible). We live in Lynnwood, Pretoria. The Scott cost R8000. Please....please, we need to sell it today. We need the funds. Because of the urgency, we will consider any offer. We apologise for using this forum for this purpose. Sincere regards Paul and Lorraine 012 361-0155 082 575-3434 (Lorraine)

Deflate shock for traveling?

jog5000 posted a topic in Technical Q&A

Hi all. I'm flying out of the country tomorrow, should I deflate my rear shock for the flight? Scott Genius TC rear shock

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