Dubber Posted January 12, 2012 Author Posted January 12, 2012 Yeah, think your best bet is to contact Momsen directly.Either way I think you can get a really good deal on a couple of brands really, at the 9k mark it's one of the more competitive areas for 29rs. So there plenty good options out there, Momsen, Scott, Merida, Silverback etc ... Gotcha. The hunt is back on
scotty Posted January 12, 2012 Posted January 12, 2012 As other's have mentioned for what your bike shop wants you can get better.
Eugene Posted January 12, 2012 Posted January 12, 2012 I've done a bit of research myself on 29ers and considering the price you are paying, I think you are getting a good buy. Most 29ers in the R8 k bracket are equiped with Altus/Acera. The Silverback has Deore 10speed. Silverback are known for their good quality at good prices. I would buy it if I was you. As the others above, I am a Momsen fan as they are also good value for money and they are proudly South African.
cwisking Posted January 12, 2012 Posted January 12, 2012 Scott have their Scale Comp @ R7,999. might wanna compare the specs and which shop gives u the better deal outta the lot. http://www.scott-sports.com/us_en/product/11258/63857/221725 infact, the scott looks like a better deal, and its lighter.
cruiser Posted January 12, 2012 Posted January 12, 2012 Bridge cycles 021 715 0732 in CPT have 2011 Merida Matts lite 1000 at about the same price and would say this is the better option but then again seems you after a 29er and this bike is a 26er.
Dubber Posted January 12, 2012 Author Posted January 12, 2012 And it looks hotter than the silverback. I must say I am pretty partial towards the Scott - always liked the look of them. But the Scott Comp has Alivio groupset where as the S'back has Deore. The Scott Team looks the better spec with the Rockshocks/Deore combo - but more expensive. I'll check the prices on the Sott Team again - might be some 'post xmas' deals out there. G
koukie Posted January 12, 2012 Posted January 12, 2012 You will pay more than 20% more for a new bike. Ask somebody to help you.
majestic Posted January 12, 2012 Posted January 12, 2012 Quite honestly, I think if you save a bit more and look at the Momsen 329 I think. It's R9800 or so and practically unbeatable value for money at that price. + 1
LeTurbo Posted January 12, 2012 Posted January 12, 2012 If you do go second-hand, try Avron at Cycle Traders, 268 Main Road, Woodstock. Phone 021 448 0812. Email casirin@mweb.co.za Don't know if he'll have 29ers yet though ... but I got my Ti roadbike from him for a damn good price and have been immensely happy with it. Do not go near Neil's Wheels in Plumstead.
Dubber Posted January 12, 2012 Author Posted January 12, 2012 Quite honestly, I think if you save a bit more and look at the Momsen 329 I think. It's R9800 or so and practically unbeatable value for money at that price. Just doing some research. I'm not all that clued up on the various components so any feedback would be great. The attached image shows the components from the Vida and the recommended Momsen model. In my mind (which may be incorrect), the items in green are are the better spec on the Vida and the one in Red is the 'winner' on the Momsen. Where nothing is highlighted the components are either the sam or I don't know which is better.If I'm correct, the 'only' thing better on the Momsen is the weight. Is my very limited knoweldge of components incorrect - have I missed something?
Schmaf Posted January 12, 2012 Posted January 12, 2012 Have a look at www.thesportsbasement.co.za there prices are brilliant, i bought a bike there...
Just Keep Pedaling Posted January 12, 2012 Posted January 12, 2012 For 29'ers to be effective they need light, strong wheels. Which makes it (in my opinion) a bad buy in that price bracket. Rather get a 26'er or increase your budget. [Dons flame retardant jacket and takes cover]
Dubber Posted January 12, 2012 Author Posted January 12, 2012 (edited) For 29'ers to be effective they need light, strong wheels. Which makes it (in my opinion) a bad buy in that price bracket. Rather get a 26'er or increase your budget. [Dons flame retardant jacket and takes cover] lol - no flames from me but I'm sure others will have an opinion Your point is makes perfect sense - my question is, surely the wheels (rim's) are one of the easier components to upgrade going forward? G Edited January 12, 2012 by Dubber
Niner Posted January 12, 2012 Posted January 12, 2012 (edited) Just doing some research. I'm not all that clued up on the various components so any feedback would be great. The attached image shows the components from the Vida and the recommended Momsen model. In my mind (which may be incorrect), the items in green are are the better spec on the Vida and the one in Red is the 'winner' on the Momsen. Where nothing is highlighted the components are either the sam or I don't know which is better.If I'm correct, the 'only' thing better on the Momsen is the weight. Is my very limited knoweldge of components incorrect - have I missed something? And the crank, BB type...24 up front....else a 22 is ok with 11-34....just saying... fynny gearing on both....11-36 is pretty standard these days on 29er Edit: you would WANT an AIR fork also..... Edited January 12, 2012 by Niner
Dubber Posted January 12, 2012 Author Posted January 12, 2012 (edited) And the crank, BB type...24 up front....else a 22 is ok with 11-34....just saying... fynny gearing on both....11-36 is pretty standard these days on 29er Edit: you would WANT an AIR fork also..... The Suntour Raidon is an air fork from what I've been told - or am I mistaken? Edited January 12, 2012 by Dubber
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