Boerklong Posted September 22, 2015 Posted September 22, 2015 Hi everyoneI have read a couple of posts regarding this, but now that I must decide I cant make up my mind.My girlfriend is in the market for a new bike. Whenever people ask which fs I say Giant Anthem. Now looking at the bikes the Momsems got better componets.2015 Momsen Vipa AC R26 5002015 Giant Anthem R27 500.She cant make up up her mind. Currently on a Merida Big 9XT. Wont be doing stage races or stuff like that.
skipperw Posted September 22, 2015 Posted September 22, 2015 I'd go for the Giant. Best frame guarantee around. V comfortable ride. Vipa a touch more marathon orientated. So if she's looking to set the pace, Momsen.
Boerklong Posted September 22, 2015 Author Posted September 22, 2015 Thanks. She will only be doing 30 - 50km races and then the K2c maybe. Wont be going for any championships. looking for a comfortable bike.
skipperw Posted September 22, 2015 Posted September 22, 2015 I've ridden both and find the Anthem incredibly comfy. You can even run a bigger travel without really messing up the geometry. But straight out the box, Anthem is a beaut. So is the Vipa...but Anthem for comfort.
Singletrack Sarah Posted September 22, 2015 Posted September 22, 2015 I went from a Giant Anthem X4 to the Momsen Vipa XT. Obviously a big difference between to two and I am really enjoying the Vipa, but if I had to choose between the two options you mention and in that price range I would go for the Giant.
rock Posted September 22, 2015 Posted September 22, 2015 is the anthem 29 or 27.5? how tall is the rider?
FlyingScot Posted September 22, 2015 Posted September 22, 2015 When someone asks 'this bike' or 'that bike'...the answer is always Anthem.
Boerklong Posted September 22, 2015 Author Posted September 22, 2015 When someone asks 'this bike' or 'that bike'...the answer is always Anthem.love it
Suidwes Boytjie Posted September 22, 2015 Posted September 22, 2015 Don't want to hijack the thread (please forgive me) but does anybody know where i can get a Gaint Anthem Carbon Dual Sus frame? 29er Large...
Iwan Kemp Posted September 22, 2015 Posted September 22, 2015 Don't want to hijack the thread (please forgive me) but does anybody know where i can get a Gaint Anthem Carbon Dual Sus frame? 29er Large... Giant Concept Store Durbanville.
Maximis Posted September 22, 2015 Posted September 22, 2015 Anthem.... Pssshh silly question really...
Boerklong Posted September 22, 2015 Author Posted September 22, 2015 Thanks for all the input guys. Decided on the Anthem. Will go check it out tomorrow.
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