majestic Posted January 12, 2012 Posted January 12, 2012 Get the latest bicycling magazine.They have an article on the best 29 er.
majestic Posted January 12, 2012 Posted January 12, 2012 Still think Momsen 529 is fantastic value for money.
scotty 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.Titan Elite 29'er, mix 10spd XT/Deore and Suntour XCR fork for R8000.
scotty Posted January 12, 2012 Posted January 12, 2012 As mentioned by my LBS, he would recommend a good 26'er than an entry 29'er, final choice is up to the customer.
The Lone Rider Posted January 23, 2012 Posted January 23, 2012 + 1 Or you can save just that little more and buy a Vida 2 for around R11.5k - XT / SLX drive train, ZTR Crest rims on Shimano hubs, Rockshox Recon Gold...
Dubber Posted January 23, 2012 Author Posted January 23, 2012 Or you can save just that little more and buy a Vida 2 for around R11.5k - XT / SLX drive train, ZTR Crest rims on Shimano hubs, Rockshox Recon Gold... yep - also an option. But then I could save a little more and get a 'enter model name here' for 'enter original budget + 20% here'. But I hear you load and clear. The Vida 2 is on my radar - as well as the Scott Scale Team. Both just under R12k G
Overlord Posted January 24, 2012 Posted January 24, 2012 http://www.cwcycles.co.za/sites/default/files/imagecache/250x250sc/product_images/talon_29er_0.jpg http://www.cwcycles.co.za/sites/default/files/imagecache/250x250sc/product_images/talon_29er_0.jpg BIKE - 29ERBikesDescription: Frame ALUXX-Grade Butted AluminumFork RochShox XC28, 100mm TravelShock N/AComponentsHandlebar Giant Connect, Low Rise 31.8Stem Giant ConnectSeatpost Giant Connect, 30.9Saddle Giant Performance MTBPedals MTB Caged, AlloyDrivetrainShifters SRAM X5, 3x9 SpeedFront Derailleur SRAM X5Rear Derailleur SRAM X5, 9 SpeedBrakes Avid Elixer 1, 160mmBrake Levers Avid Elixir 1Cassette PG950 11x34T, 9-SpeedChain SRAM PC951Crankset SRAM X5, 22/32/44Bottom Bracket SRAM GXPWheelsRims Giant S-XC29-2Hubs [F} Giant Tracker Sport, [R] Giant Tracker Sport, 32hSpokes Stainless Steel, 14gTires Kenda Small Block Eight, 29x2.1Weight How much does this bike weigh? It’s a common question, and rightly so. But the truth is, there are no industry standards for claiming bike weights—and this leads to a lot of misinformation. Variances exist based on size, frame material, finish and hardware. And as bikes get lighter, these differences become more critical. At Giant, we believe the only way to truly know the weight of any particular bike is to find out for yourself at your local retailer.
Dubber Posted January 24, 2012 Author Posted January 24, 2012 http://www.cwcycles.co.za/sites/default/files/imagecache/250x250sc/product_images/talon_29er_0.jpg http://www.cwcycles.co.za/sites/default/files/imagecache/250x250sc/product_images/talon_29er_0.jpg BIKE - 29ER Bikes Description: Frame ALUXX-Grade Butted Aluminum Fork RochShox XC28, 100mm Travel Shock N/A Components Handlebar Giant Connect, Low Rise 31.8 Stem Giant Connect Seatpost Giant Connect, 30.9 Saddle Giant Performance MTB Pedals MTB Caged, Alloy Drivetrain Shifters SRAM X5, 3x9 Speed Front Derailleur SRAM X5 Rear Derailleur SRAM X5, 9 Speed Brakes Avid Elixer 1, 160mm Brake Levers Avid Elixir 1 Cassette PG950 11x34T, 9-Speed Chain SRAM PC951 Crankset SRAM X5, 22/32/44 Bottom Bracket SRAM GXP Wheels Rims Giant S-XC29-2 Hubs [F} Giant Tracker Sport, [R] Giant Tracker Sport, 32h Spokes Stainless Steel, 14g Tires Kenda Small Block Eight, 29x2.1 Weight How much does this bike weigh? It’s a common question, and rightly so. But the truth is, there are no industry standards for claiming bike weights—and this leads to a lot of misinformation. Variances exist based on size, frame material, finish and hardware. And as bikes get lighter, these differences become more critical. At Giant, we believe the only way to truly know the weight of any particular bike is to find out for yourself at your local retailer. Thanks Onetime Could you tell me which model this is? and estimated price?CheersG
Dubber Posted January 24, 2012 Author Posted January 24, 2012 Thanks Onetime Could you tell me which model this is? and estimated price? Cheers G Ahh - figured it out. Giant Talon 29er - going for about R8.9k. Anyone got one? Anyone got any feedback on it? Cheers
dracs Posted January 24, 2012 Posted January 24, 2012 Weight How much does this bike weigh? It’s a common question, and rightly so. But the truth is, there are no industry standards for claiming bike weights—and this leads to a lot of misinformation. Variances exist based on size, frame material, finish and hardware. And as bikes get lighter, these differences become more critical. At Giant, we believe the only way to truly know the weight of any particular bike is to find out for yourself at your local retailer. I am the only one that finds Giant's standard disclaimer on weight irritating. I mean flip it is extremely relevant - if you so worried about apples and aplles just be very clear about the spec and size frame the quoted weight is based on... Just makes it that much harder to do your research your pre-bike shop visit.
cwisking Posted January 24, 2012 Posted January 24, 2012 (edited) well ive just done about 2/3 months worth of looking around and irritating the LBS for the best deal etc. i eventually went for the Silverback vida 2, Just got it yesterday and havent got her dirty yet, but from what little i have ridden of her, damn she is light and purrrrdy. i got her for 9.5k after i traded in my 26'er HT ox-wagon ( Scott Aspect 30 ) . Big up is that on the vida 2 u getting a decent set of wheels, Stans Crest. I got the XL and weigh'd it, 12.3kg. and i recon u can get pretty close to the 12kg mark by just changing the it to tubeless later on. i was also looking at the Scott Scale Elite @ 14k for the bike, the silverback worked out at a better price. oh and btw, the geometry on the silverback vida and scott scales are almost identical! will post again after this weekend on how she rides in the rough Edited January 24, 2012 by cwisking
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