Another Cheap Entry Level Thread sub 3K

[ping]

Ok yes there are lots of other threads but this one is mine mine mine.

 

The last I rode was 10-12 years ago after high school. I used to have a Haro Escape MTB no suspension, cantilever breaks, steel frame, nasty but good and it was bought from a bicycle shop. Still have it somewhere, modded and rebuilt it for fun so many times back then.

 

Never entered any races but used to love to tour the city for fun, sans helmet.

 

Now I want to get back into it, looking at something to start out with. Don't want to spend more than 3K. If I get into it then later I will get me one of those fancy things.

 

For now I want something that will give me good entry level service. I see disc brakes are now affordable and common place and front suspension is the norm.

 

With that in mind I have looked at the Avalance ATX 250 and Avalanche ATX375

 

I have also looked at the new Axis A90 and A70.

 

The avalanches look good but the ones at Sportsmans Warehouse have some flimsy looking rims (Hengpeng or something on them)

 

What would you choose?

 

I have looked online and I like the Scott Aspect 60 but can't seem to find that model in stores???

 

I defnitely want front suspension ( the sore wrists from those jumps just haunt me) but disc breaks is it really worth the extra weight I see.

Edited December 26, 2011 by ping

[Zac.A]

but disc breaks is it really worth the extra weight I see.

 

Dude, for R3k the bike is going to be heavy and if you are spending R3k then weight can't be a concern.

Disc brakes are much better than normal brakes (v-brakes) and its definitely worth it.

 

You wont find any pro's racing the world cup circuit with v-brakes to save weight.

[DJR]

For 3k I would definitely go 2nd hand. That way you may get a 6k bike, hopefully in good shape with fairly decent components and a solid frame. For 3k new, you are only likely to get headaches.

[ping]

Thanks guys so your reckon the Avalanche ATX375 isn't too good a buy. I see one with cable disc breaks for 3k and one with hydraulic for a few hundred more.

 

I'm not planningg on racing the pro circuits just some fun riding and getting fit. Will be doing the argus too.

 

The only problem is that I want to start riding today and don't have the time or patience to go second hand shopping, and where do I start as well all the shops I been to only stock new

[scotty]

Cheap end bikes and components wont last rather go 2nd hand and place an ad in the wanted classifieds.

[Grebel]

Thanks guys so your reckon the Avalanche ATX375 isn't too good a buy. I see one with cable disc breaks for 3k and one with hydraulic for a few hundred more.

 

I'm not planningg on racing the pro circuits just some fun riding and getting fit. Will be doing the argus too.

 

The only problem is that I want to start riding today and don't have the time or patience to go second hand shopping, and where do I start as well all the shops I been to only stock new

 

Welcome, welcome, welcome! It seems you have already decided what you want to do! V-brakes are better than cable discs (In my experience) but hydraulic disc brakes are far superior to either v-brakes of cable discs. If you go that route spend the few hundred extra. You can't expect champagne on a beer budget though... I would listen to the folks suggesting second hand. As said you can get a R6k bike for around R3k. They say all good things come to those who wait... Good luck!

 

PS Don't for get the safety gear to go along with your new bike

[DJR]

PS Don't for get the safety gear to go along with your new bike

I meant to say that too