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Hey everyone, I'm fairly new to the cycling scene. I recently had my raleigh nomad 90 mtb stolen and I'm looking to upgrade and replace it. Is the Merida Matts TFS 500 a decent entry level bike? It's going for about 4k. Unsure what year this model is. I have another post up about other bikes that I've seen online but I thought I'd message about the Merida separately as no one has responded to those. Thanks in advance.

Hi all Looking to get a decent new bicycle to take up cycling more often. I previously cycled very rarely, using a Raleigh from Makro. After reading a thread here on how terrible those bikes are, I am seeking advice on a suitable replacement. Currently planning on cycling a few hours daily for most part of the week, probably on a road-path. I've given a few of the websites a look, but I'm overwhelmed with the different types. My main need is something comfortable and durable. Any suggestions would be much appreciated. -Nick

I have just bought a dirt jump bike and I'm looking for beginner dirt jumps to ride and get used to the steeper takeoffs. I have heard of places like soetvlei and lakeside but those jumps are to advanced for my level and I'm looking for a place with easy beginner dirt jumps if there is such a place in Cape Town which exists.

Howsit guys, newbie here. Looking to join you guys and gain some much much much needed advise and tips here and there. So I have decided I spend way too much time on my PC gaming and that I should take up and outdoor hobby and MTB is that hobby. I have almost no knowledge however on the topic/hobby, I used to ride those "Makro special" bikes casually with some friends but that is about it.... never have I gone offroad, nevermind trails. Just some reading on the stickies here has convinced me to stay clear of those "Makro specials". I am now looking for something decent and affordable. I am however in no rush since I am still recovering from a dislocated elbow joint. H However I came across a few ads in my budget (R3k-R4k, I know its tiny however I am willing to upgrade in 8 months should I still be hooked). As I mentioned, I have basically 0 knowledge so I dont know what I should be looking out for besides: -disk brakes as opposed to rim brakes -good branded derailer and shifters Anything else? The ads I have come across for about R3k: Mongoose tyax - http://www.mongoose.com/usa/tyax-comp-20675https://www.olx.co.za/item/titan-249r-iid-1059276436#notificationpermission Would these be okay for atleast 8 months or so or should I rather keep searching since I will not be riding for atleast another month anyway