Nicko Posted September 20, 2013 Share I also like Spank - those wheelsets and rims are beaut - when I upgrade or break my current DT's thats where I will go. A bit on the expensive side unfortunately. I like spank, got the oozy bars, they're pretty sweet, light too and didn't pay much for them. mad bout mtb 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G00SE Posted September 20, 2013 Share This:https://www.bikehub.co.za/classifieds/62687-morewood-sukuma-26inch-trail-bike-medium-size/ TopFuel 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flowta Posted September 20, 2013 Share This:http://www.thehubsa....ke-medium-size/ That is a bargain Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sidewinder. Posted September 20, 2013 Share This:http://www.thehubsa....ke-medium-size/ Insanely good deal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nicko Posted September 20, 2013 Share This:http://www.thehubsa....ke-medium-size/ Thanks for the link, looks pretty good. However, those wheels, I'm seeing very mixed views on them from what I can find on the net. Otherwise slx, and fox front fork would be pretty suitable. Size is not right for me either, so no chance I'd keep the frame Edited September 20, 2013 by Nicko Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarioH Posted September 30, 2013 Share Now here's the new Morewood Zula 275 or 650B frame http://www.buycycle.co.za/brands/morewood/morewood-zula-275-frame-rockshox-revelation-rl-fork.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DR ◣◢ Posted September 30, 2013 Share Now here's the new Morewood Zula 275 or 650B framehttp://www.buycycle....on-rl-fork.html Not enduro or AM Edited September 30, 2013 by Maxxis Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hairy Posted September 30, 2013 Share Not enduro or AMWhat do you mean ... it is an awesome All Marathon ride Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nicko Posted October 1, 2013 Share Tks guys for the updates. I see there is a 2008 Specialized Enduro SL Comp for sale for R13k in the classifieds. However, it has allegedly only been ridden twice in 5yrs but doesn't seem like a bad buy, gonna cost about half of what I'm gonna spend. Somehow I'm still inclined to spend double though, haha!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nigelhicks Posted October 1, 2013 Share Hi Guys So I only started riding in the beginning of the year, and have done quite a few xc races this year, they've been fun and great. Then I did the "Giba gravity enduro" which i loved 10 times more than any other race I did, and realised that enduro riding is what I wanna do. So currently I have a Specialized epic 29er, and its great and everything, but for trail riding I must be honest I don't find it very confidence inspiring. I dunno what it is, probably the head tube angle, but it feels twitchy in corners and it just doesn't feel quite right for riding at places like Giba Gorge etc. (even my cheap Titan Comp 29er felt better in this regard). Anyway so I'm in the market to sell that bike and get something better suited to trail/enduro riding. So can anyone advise me on what to get for around R20k??? I'll probably get around that for my Specialized. I've been looking this week at the the Santa Cruz Blur LT 2.3. I can get the frame brand new for 900$, and won't have to worry about import duties or VAT etc cause I have a friend coming over from the States soon who can bring it for me. Here some links on the spec of the frame, and reviews etc. http://www.bicycling...update?page=0,0http://www.santacruz...feb10_LT2_O.pdfhttp://www.santacruz...s.co.uk/blurlt/http://www.santacruz...urlt/blurlt.pdfhttp://www.bikeradar...e-only-09-36977 So here's my thinking it's a 26er, which means I should be able to pick up wheels and a fork for pretty cheap (in comparison to 650b or 29er). And should be able to complete the bike for around 20k hopefully. Is it worth it getting a 26er? I see all the new AM/Enduro bikes are going 650b/27.5 (whatever you wanna call it). Would love to get a Santa Cruz Heckler 27.5 full build, which is 3000$, a bit pricey though. Sorry bit of a long post, but I'm new to the enduro/am game and my knowledge is limited. Any advice/comments would be highly appreciated. ThanksNick YAY We have a Convert!!! .... Glad it was our event at Giba that made your mind up!!! The next event is on the 27th at Cascades!!! Check out the entries on ROAG. with regards to a bikeI still ride a 26er and its awesome - if you want to do long races and try and compete - keep the 29er, but if you looking for fun - hit a 26 That Santa Cruz will be awesome i personally ride a 6inch travel GT Force and id say that is probably the best amount of travel for trail/enduro/all mtn riding. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nigelhicks Posted October 1, 2013 Share AM wheelset for you! https://www.bikehub.co.za/classifieds/63982-easton-haven/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nicko Posted October 1, 2013 Share Ok so here is an update on my build, nothing purchased yet, but pretty close to buying everything!!! Frame: 2013 Santa Cruz Blur LT 2.3 140mm Front Fork: 2012 Fox Float 32 FIT RLC 150mm with Kashima Wheels Front & Rear:Mavic EN521 Black RimsHope Pro 2 Evo Hubs (blue)AC S/S DB Spokes Can get same wheels with ZTR flow hoops for 20 pounds less, however stuck with black hubs, and will have upgrade rear hub to 142x12. (Is it worth going for DT Swiss competition spokes? Will cost an extra R500, and then I can get spokes in black too) Groupset : 2014 SLX 2x10 Headset: Hope Pick n' Mix (only one I can find that fits) Other than this... Need to find a stem. Looking at around 60mm, wanna try find something in blue to match the hubs. Looking at this one, just waiting to find out if anyone has stock of 60mm. I think the 45mm will be too short Already got Spank Oozy Bars Otherwise any advice on seatpost? Don't have money for a dropper at this point... Then will need to organize some tyres deviate 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nicko Posted October 1, 2013 Share Anybody got any advice on the above? Should be awesome machine Gonna come in at around 25k with all new parts besides the fork... I'm not sure if I should cut some costs, wheelset is coming in at R4700. So I could save close to 2k if I went for mavic crossrides or something Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nigelhicks Posted October 1, 2013 Share ya go for the top DT Swiss spokes - you cant go wrong with them Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nigelhicks Posted October 1, 2013 Share Also just make sure that the frame is compatible with the tapered steerer tube of the Forks. Seen a couple of okes make that mistake - and its a costly mistake Nicko 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nicko Posted October 1, 2013 Share Also just make sure that the frame is compatible with the tapered steerer tube of the Forks. Seen a couple of okes make that mistake - and its a costly mistake Yeah it's a tapered headtube on the frame, the fully built bike kit actually comes with a pretty similar fork. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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