kees21 Posted October 14, 2013 Share Hi I want to start cycling again and I'm opting for the MTB option as road cycling is becoming more dangerous by the day. I'm not a whizkid when when it comes to MTB tech info ect. Some questions: 1. New or second hand?2. Should I visit a local cycle shop to take my measurements to help me choose the correct bike & frame? 3. Where in the Western Cape would one get the best prices and regular specials?4. Big Merida fan!!! Any other quality bikes out there? Price range: R4000 - R8000 Please post any suggestions! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spiderkzn Posted October 14, 2013 Share 1. 2nd hand if you are first time according for my suggestion as check out classfield here. Or brand new if you want to.. 2. what height are you? Otherwise you can visit Local cycle shop to ask for assistance and you can try ride it before buy it. 3. So far I think the best cycle shop in CT is - Chris Willemse Cycle - http://www.cwcycles.co.za/ or whereabout you live? 4. I've Momsen, loving it. Other brand should be Scott or Cannondale. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScottCM Posted October 14, 2013 Share 1) Up to you, there are really good 2nd hand specials, but every1 wants there own new bike.2) this will give you a rough idea http://www.ebicycles.com/bicycle-tools/frame-sizer/mountain-bike , but get fitted at a LBS3) Check out Cycle Factory as they stock Merida, Momsen , and more http://cyclefactory.co.za/ they are in Cape Town too.4) I have a Momsen too and LOVE her!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kees21 Posted October 14, 2013 Share 1.8m, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super Sywurm Posted October 14, 2013 Share Go to your local dealer, sometimes you would find a nice deal on a second hand bike. I prefer new bikes. In the past year and a half, I had a Specialized, GT and a Merida. Love the Merida the most. Ja, and like Spiderkzn said, CWC in Bellville or Greenpoint. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Madlight Posted October 14, 2013 Share I would point you straight to Revolution Cycles if you go new. They are my LBS of choice and I live 35km away. However..... on your budget I would say buy 2nd hand and still consider a 26" - you will get the most bang for your buck that way but take a bike savvy friend with to look at the bike and make sure it hasn't been too intimate with the drop offs in Tokai Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kees21 Posted October 18, 2013 Share Looking to buy the Merida Big 9 TFS 300. CycleLab has a great special on these. 15% discount. Looking at about R8800 after discount. Would you say it's a good deal? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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