29r Carbon Frames

[markgc]

Considering getting a new light carbon frame?? I have a Giant XTC 1 29, im finding it bulky and heavy.

 

Any suggestions..Budget <R10k

[Iwan Kemp]

http://www.momsenbikes.com/frames.cfm?frame=SL929

[Hairy]

Considering getting a new light carbon frame?? I have a Giant XTC 1 29, im finding it bulky and heavy.

 

Any suggestions..Budget <R10k

 

On One carbon frames

[SteveS]

If you are looking for a an xtra large then this is a killer deal:

https://www.bikehub.co.za/classifieds/31284-scott-scale-expert-29er-frame-price-drop/

 

Otherweise check out the carbon frames @ www.rapide.co.za

[philip.maree]

http://www.momsenbik...cfm?frame=SL929

 

Don't buy that. No support or after sales service. I've been down this road.

[philip.maree]

If you are looking for a an xtra large then this is a killer deal:

http://www.thehubsa....ame-price-drop/

 

Otherweise check out the carbon frames @ www.rapide.co.za

 

Saw the Rapide in real life the other day on a ride. Looks very very nice.

[Summit bikes]

http://summitbikes.co.za/

 

check the homepage

 

K2.0c

[markgc]

Will be a Med or Large depending on fit.

 

Opinions on:

Morewood Kwela 29?

Volcan 29?

[Hairy]

Are you sure you don't want to add this to your list?

 

http://www.bikeradar.com/gear/category/bikes/mountain/product/review-on-one-carbon-29er-race-42755

[Azonic]

I don't know why anyone would buy a carbon frame, locally, for like R13k, when you get the same frame from China, WITH a warranty, for a third of that...? I just paid for mine 2 days ago. Cost me R4302 WITH shipping. Do you really want to spend R9000 on a set of stickers?

 

99.99% of carbon frames come out of China. Don't be so ignorant to think otherwise... Or that a certain sprayjob makes it better in any way. Sorry "local" brands, its all about keeping my cash in my pocket.

 

Madness.

 

Here's my new baby, arrival within 2 weeks. Beautiful UD Carbon... sexy.

 

[Cav']

The 2013 GT carbon frames are REAL hot btw

[philip.maree]

I don't know why anyone would buy a carbon frame, locally, for like R13k, when you get the same frame from China, WITH a warranty, for a third of that...? I just paid for mine 2 days ago. Cost me R4302 WITH shipping. Do you really want to spend R9000 on a set of stickers?

 

99.99% of carbon frames come out of China. Don't be so ignorant to think otherwise... Or that a certain sprayjob makes it better in any way. Sorry "local" brands, its all about keeping my cash in my pocket.

 

Madness.

 

Here's my new baby, arrival within 2 weeks. Beautiful UD Carbon... sexy.

 

 

I bought a 26" Carbon from China, took 6 months to arrive.

 

So it's not an exact science.

[stringbean]

How tall are you?Might have a second hand frame for you in a M if you are interrested.

[Danger Dassie]

Don't buy that. No support or after sales service. I've been down this road.

 

Wrong, you had an issue and a number of others also countered you on that with their own positive experiences.

So shame yes, you may have felt hard done by, but Momsen's record speaks for itself.

No supplier/manufacturer has had a 100% satisfaction record.

 

Are you sure you don't want to add this to your list?

 

http://www.bikeradar...29er-race-42755

 

Looks blerry naice!

 

To the OP, maybe also look at the Whyte range for something different

http://www.whytebikes.com/2012/international.php#url available from http://www.intltrade.co.za/

 

Morewood Kwela is one sweet ride, can be a beaut custom build on that.

[Azonic]

I bought a 26" Carbon from China, took 6 months to arrive.

 

So it's not an exact science.

 

My Trans teammate also does Ironman. He has bought lots of carbon frames from the company in question and postage has never been more than 3 weeks or so... but ja, holding thumbs.

Edited June 22, 2012 by Azonic

[philip.maree]

Wrong, you had an issue and a number of others also countered you on that with their own positive experiences.

So shame yes, you may have felt hard done by, but Momsen's record speaks for itself.

No supplier/manufacturer has had a 100% satisfaction record.

 

 

Agree with the "No supplier/manufacturer has had a 100% satisfaction record" statement.

 

The counter on multiple positive experiences from Momsen, not so much. All positives where for minor stuff, handelbars, posts, etc. Not going to get into it again. My experience is that the quality and service of Momsen is crap en I will spread the word far and wide.