Ryanpmb Posted July 19, 2013 Posted July 19, 2013 Thanks for all the quick replies. Ok, merida then dropped from list for now! Suspension wise - maestro vs pyga, any views on climbing difference and pedal efficiency overall?I rode both the Giant and PYGA. I own a PYGA...
Ryanpmb Posted July 19, 2013 Posted July 19, 2013 This thread should be deleted. Giant and Merida mentioned in the same sentence as PYGA... maui and Thug 2
cruiser Posted July 19, 2013 Posted July 19, 2013 Giant but that's only because I ride one and love it. Good luck with you decision. Spez?
beanz Posted July 19, 2013 Posted July 19, 2013 Do mostly XC. Did sani2c twice and doing berg2bush this year. Week and weekend rides more district roads with here and there some technical sections. I am 185cm and weigh 102kg!I think they are different bikes for different usages. How competitive are you?I got Giant (aluminium version) and it's light for a dual suss and the suspension is great. It good on tech stuff and must be one of the most versatile bikes out there. The carbon one's going to be lighter and faster still.I'm not it the market for a new bike but if I were I'd be keen to try out the Pyga. It's more of a trail bike and is going to be heavier, but at 102 kg's that shouldn't be a problem for you.Go for the one that makes you want to ride.
cjl Posted July 19, 2013 Author Posted July 19, 2013 I think they are different bikes for different usages. How competitive are you?I got Giant (aluminium version) and it's light for a dual suss and the suspension is great. It good on tech stuff and must be one of the most versatile bikes out there. The carbon one's going to be lighter and faster still.I'm not it the market for a new bike but if I were I'd be keen to try out the Pyga. It's more of a trail bike and is going to be heavier, but at 102 kg's that shouldn't be a problem for you.Go for the one that makes you want to ride. Not the competitive type! Ride for fitness and for the pleasure! We are a very active mtb club and do a lot of club rides. If pedal efficiency is the same as my zula, I will me more than happy. Don`t want to hobble along
amasendeinja Posted July 19, 2013 Posted July 19, 2013 This thread should be deleted. Giant and Merida mentioned in the same sentence as PYGA... Agreed, it's the 8th deadly sin!! Ryanpmb 1
Captain Fastbastard Mayhem Posted July 19, 2013 Posted July 19, 2013 Okay. My input. As a heavier guy (105kg) I'd be happier on the pyga vs the anthem. Longer travel bikes are generally built tougher, which is also why I suggested looking at the trance 29er over the anthem.
Wyatt Earp Posted July 19, 2013 Posted July 19, 2013 I think they are different bikes for different usages. How competitive are you?I got Giant (aluminium version) and it's light for a dual suss and the suspension is great. It good on tech stuff and must be one of the most versatile bikes out there. The carbon one's going to be lighter and faster still.I'm not it the market for a new bike but if I were I'd be keen to try out the Pyga. It's more of a trail bike and is going to be heavier, but at 102 kg's that shouldn't be a problem for you.Go for the one that makes you want to ride. Why, what makes it faster ?The carbon, placebo, new bike fever ?
CAAD4 Posted July 19, 2013 Posted July 19, 2013 I went from Zula to a Spearfish - very similar in feel with the Spearfish feeling a bit `longer` on the top tube - more comfortable. Im 1.83 and the large Zula felt a bit cramped. There is a 2nd hand spearfish in the classifieds if you are looking for a large and ngala24 might be selling his small. That is my experience - never rode any of the other mentioned That Spearfish for 23k in the classifieds is great value..
Ryanpmb Posted July 19, 2013 Posted July 19, 2013 Why, what makes it faster ?The carbon, placebo, new bike fever ?Agreed. My steel, rigid, SS beats many carbon bikes to the finish line... Captain Fastbastard Mayhem 1
madbradd Posted July 19, 2013 Posted July 19, 2013 I'm 105kgs, 6'3. Got a giant anthem x1, loving it. Climbs like a beast, and very responsive. If I'd had enough for the carbon one, I'd probably have waited to try the pyga - didn't have any xl ones I could try. I did try the epic. Found it a bit aggressive for me, but at the same time a little more clumsy.... but that suspension was awesome.
Louis for real Posted July 19, 2013 Posted July 19, 2013 marketing does buy you a lot it seems...but would have to agree with "armpies" own a Giant trance and can say it does a bit of everything really well, our local bike shop owner has a anthem X carbon and he shreds it, probably why it got second place in trail bike of the year review for a overseas shootout recently .so Giant it is Captain Fastbastard Mayhem 1
beanz Posted July 19, 2013 Posted July 19, 2013 Why, what makes it faster ?The carbon, placebo, new bike fever ?All of the above I'd say!
Captain Fastbastard Mayhem Posted July 19, 2013 Posted July 19, 2013 I will say. Coming from a mate who tests bikes, as well as witnessing what can be done on one - both the anthem and the pyga are IMMENSELY capable bikes. The pyga is just that much more capable and spans more disciplines. I'd kill for one if I hadn't found the perfect bike for me (reign x) beanz 1
maui Posted July 22, 2013 Posted July 22, 2013 Pyga - just sold my 29er and got the 650B. loving it TYGA 1
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