HelloKitty Posted October 19, 2013 Share Have the option of a 2014 Specialized Rumor for R20 000 (an entry level model) as an upgrade to a R10 000 hardtail trek that is 3years old and weights 14kg. I am getting into stage racing, ride about 3-4 times a week in the mtb (and other days on the road) I do a fair number of 30-60km MTB events and am of above average ability - but not amazingly talented or by any means near a podium finisher. just fit and only because i work hard at it. would value any thoughts and comments on whether this is good value or money and a good move in terms of an upgrade. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Louzy Posted October 19, 2013 Share the online write ups seem to be very positive. my thinking is that you will have yourself a decent frame that you can upgrade the components on later on as you wish. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stringbean Posted October 19, 2013 Share Sorry but I wouldn't go for the rumour.120mm is too much travel for your needs and Specialized went real cheap on the base model.Suntour fork,tektro brakes,x fusion rear shock,9 speed on a 20K bike.You can get a carbon fate for less than that ,which will be much better imo.The base rumor that i saw was between 13-14kg so you going to spend lots of money and upgrade the hell out of it to get it to a decent weight.If you want a duel just go with a small epic.It will be easier for resale later and I don't believe you need more than 100mm of travel for your needs.Just my 2C. eddy 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stringbean Posted October 21, 2013 Share Was in the shop the other day and put a size M rumor on the scale.15kg as it is out of the box.No bottle cages or tubeless conversion done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HelloKitty Posted October 26, 2013 Share Was in the shop the other day and put a size M rumor on the scale.15kg as it is out of the box.No bottle cages or tubeless conversion done. Mr Stringbean - must send you many thanks for your words of advice and your comments. Have since looked very carefully at options and specific needs for me from a bike. Alas, as pretty as it is, it is not the sensible or financially clever choice of bike for me. Your words and comments are much appreciated and saved me for a major faux par... please continue to share freely, and save others from bicycle buying disasters. Eternally grateful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GhostSixFour Posted October 30, 2013 Share Why not look at the anthems? Linden had a whole bunch and I'm sure they were selling XT models for +/-R19 000... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ramrod Posted October 30, 2013 Share I will get getting the Wife one as soon as the white and purple ones are available! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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