Jonkie Posted December 31, 2013 Share Trash every one on the flats?......bit overconfident I think. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Journosergio Posted December 31, 2013 Share Trash every one on the flats?......bit overconfident I think. Nope, its simple science. Taking to account that fitness and strength are on equal levels and bikes compared are of equal weight and component quality etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G e r h a r d Odendaal Posted December 31, 2013 Share Hi guys, I need some advise. I am 1.91 (1.92 on a good day) and about 110kg. I am looking for a MTB. Want to cycle at least twice a week and do the odd MTB race. I am a beginner - use to do some cycling 7-8 years ago on a hardtail 26er. Now, for my question - I have a budget of R6000 to R8500 - should i buy a second hand dual suspension 26er or should i buy a very entry level 29er hardtail (second hand or brand new)? I have never riden a 29er or a 26er dual suspension. Is there really a huge differance between the two? Have had conflicting sugestions/recomendations and personally dont really mind having a 26er with better components than an entry level 29er............ please comment. Also would i need to get an XL frame or would a Large suffice? Thanks in advance You must go for the 29 er due to your height and weight. Buy a second hand Giant XTC because their standard wheels are bombproof. I started one one of these and this bike will take you to the next level. And yes a XL. Edited December 31, 2013 by Gerhard Odendaal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrewjw Posted February 20, 2014 Share Thanks all for the advice, i have now purchase a Silverback Shift and am extremely happy!! Was able to test quite a few differant configurations and decided to go with a DS 26er!! Thanks once again for all the opinions and advice! Captain Fastbastard Mayhem and Wannabe 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
worriesnot Posted February 20, 2014 Share Nice!You go for this one?https://www.bikehub.co.za/classifieds/80150-silverback-shift-2-dual-sus-26er-new/Good deal... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrewjw Posted February 20, 2014 Share Yes i did - Brand new condition - and the seller was extremely helpful! Very Pleasant experience - even dropped off the MTB at my premesis! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wannabe Posted February 20, 2014 Share At 110kg he will never get enough grip from a 26 "tyre to ride any moderate climbs . What!?Care to explain..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mojoman Posted February 20, 2014 Share What!?Care to explain.....I agree, I was 110kg+ a few years back and had no issues with grip, lungs and muscles were a different story though! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Headshot Posted February 20, 2014 Share My word, so much wheel size opinion derived from bike shop sales pitches and bike advertising nonsense on this thread. Enjoy the new bike! Andrewjw and Captain Fastbastard Mayhem 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Fastbastard Mayhem Posted February 20, 2014 Share My word, so much wheel size opinion derived from bike shop sales pitches and bike advertising nonsense on this thread. Enjoy the new bike! Yeah. I mean, I wish I had more grip going up to haul my 100kg frame to the top. On my 26er. Oh, wait - no. I don't. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
braailegend Posted February 20, 2014 Share Just buy a bike which looks nice Im 1.87m, weigh 105kg.... And I ride an XS 26" dual sus, ride what you want, not what someone says. Andrewjw 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrewjw Posted February 24, 2014 Share I had an amazing weekend of riding my bike - did a trail at Haazendal and absolutely loved it!!! Bit of a sore bum this morning but otherwise it was great!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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