DivingBoots Posted August 5, 2015 Posted August 5, 2015 Hi all, I'm new to the forum, and MTB in general. I'm looking at getting myself a MTB and I have the option of a 2nd hand Momsen AL-229 from 2014, or a new Titan Sport 2016. I'm not clued up on the components, and what's good and whats average - but I'd like this bike to treat me well up until I'm really into it and can afford either upgrading it, or a new bike. Whats the opinions? I'm leaning towards the Titan as its new and hasn't been abused. The Momsen is this one listed here: https://www.bikehub.co.za/classifieds/148829-momsen-229-medium/ Thanks
Smurfy Posted August 5, 2015 Posted August 5, 2015 I`d go with the Titan, had one and its reliable. (not saying that Momsen isnt). With a new bike you get all your warranties. Please insure your bike. Welcome to mtb.
DivingBoots Posted August 5, 2015 Author Posted August 5, 2015 I`d go with the Titan, had one and its reliable. (not saying that Momsen isnt). With a new bike you get all your warranties. Please insure your bike. Welcome to mtb.Awesome - thats what I was thinking. And component wise, how do they compare?
ChrisN Posted August 17, 2015 Posted August 17, 2015 I had a Titan Sport previously, and "upgraded" to a 2nd hand Momsen few weeks ago. It would all depend on the components, My Titan had some upgraded gearsets, and i never had a problem, and was a solid comfortable bike. The brakes could have been better... My momsen is already lighter, better wheels imo, and I have a few ideas, including 1x10gear setup which the Titan did not have (9pd cassette). It is difficult, as one cannot see the condition of the 2nd hand bike. I would say go for a new one, unless the momsen is a seriously good deal.
DivingBoots Posted August 20, 2015 Author Posted August 20, 2015 I had a Titan Sport previously, and "upgraded" to a 2nd hand Momsen few weeks ago. It would all depend on the components, My Titan had some upgraded gearsets, and i never had a problem, and was a solid comfortable bike. The brakes could have been better... My momsen is already lighter, better wheels imo, and I have a few ideas, including 1x10gear setup which the Titan did not have (9pd cassette). It is difficult, as one cannot see the condition of the 2nd hand bike. I would say go for a new one, unless the momsen is a seriously good deal. Thanks for the advice I ended up pushing my budget up and getting a new Silverback Sola 4
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