Muzee Posted November 11, 2015 Share Hi All, I am new to this GREAT forum, and looking to buy my first hardtail MTB, but with a twist… So I am overweight, but have lost around 30kgs over the last few months (thanks to Banting). I have started to stagnate recently and intend taking up cycling to assist with the additional weight loss. I have a further 20kg’s or so to loose. I have read through tons of information on these forums on choosing a new bike, but I have no idea which brands or equipment to check that will accommodate my extra weight. In fact, I am not sure if this is something that I need to pay attention to when choosing a bike? My budget is around R7k. So far, I am looking at a hardtail, 29er, Medium, Air Shock, Alivio/Deore or similar Groupset, etc. Any advise would be appreciated J H3ath3r, Fisan and Pieterlab1 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H3ath3r Posted November 11, 2015 Share Hi All, I am new to this GREAT forum, and looking to buy my first hardtail MTB, but with a twist… So I am overweight, but have lost around 30kgs over the last few months (thanks to Banting). I have started to stagnate recently and intend taking up cycling to assist with the additional weight loss. I have a further 20kg’s or so to loose. I have read through tons of information on these forums on choosing a new bike, but I have no idea which brands or equipment to check that will accommodate my extra weight. In fact, I am not sure if this is something that I need to pay attention to when choosing a bike? My budget is around R7k. So far, I am looking at a hardtail, 29er, Medium, Air Shock, Alivio/Deore or similar Groupset, etc. Any advise would be appreciated J what is your current weight ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muzee Posted November 11, 2015 Share what is your current weight ? 90kgs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
popcorn_skollie Posted November 11, 2015 Share Bear in mind you need to buy a helmet and then some too Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muzee Posted November 11, 2015 Share Bear in mind you need to buy a helmet and then some tooYes around R7k is just for the bike excl everything else Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H3ath3r Posted November 11, 2015 Share 90kgs 90 I slight I am 128 kg good buy is a momsend al229 good solid bike rode one before I got my duel suspension Patchelicious, arendoog, BarHugger and 2 others 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
popcorn_skollie Posted November 11, 2015 Share 90kgs Don't get too hung up on your weight. You height and inseam are more important in determining the right size frame for you. There are heavier ouks than you riding weight weenie bikes. TheKaiser 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BarHugger Posted November 11, 2015 Share I see a Silverback in your future.......good value BDF, Suidwes Boytjie, Dexter-morgan and 2 others 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
popcorn_skollie Posted November 11, 2015 Share Yes around R7k is just for the bike excl everything else Cool. Well mediums hardtail xc bikes are everywhere. So its just about getting the best value for money then. Have you seen anything in the classifieds section? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Speeltyd Posted November 11, 2015 Share 90kg's is "nothing"! Lots of guys in that weight group, plus.So, not a consideration when you buy a bike.Rather your length, inseam to consider. Suidwes Boytjie 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muzee Posted November 11, 2015 Share Don't get too hung up on your weight. You height and inseam are more important in determining the right size frame for you. There are heavier ouks than you riding weight weenie bikes. ok. mind my ignorance, but what features/items do I look for in a bike that is customised to my inseam ? Saddle height and Frame size ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fanievb Posted November 11, 2015 Share ok. mind my ignorance, but what features/items do I look for in a bike that is customised to my inseam ? Saddle height and Frame size ? your length and inseam determines bikes size (small medium large etc) the bike is then set up to your specific measurements (seat height, handlebar reach etc.) edit: good starting point to determine frame size required http://www.ebicycles.com/bicycle-tools/frame-sizer/mountain-bike Edited November 11, 2015 by fanievb Speeltyd 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
popcorn_skollie Posted November 11, 2015 Share https://www.bikehub.co.za/classifieds/163633-titan-procomp-29er-medium/ Don't think you'll get a better deal than that. EmptyB, Pieterlab1, Amberdrake and 2 others 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muzee Posted November 11, 2015 Share https://www.bikehub.co.za/classifieds/163633-titan-procomp-29er-medium/ Don't think you'll get a better deal than that.great buy- problem is I am in JHB. I don't think I will be comfortable couriering this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muzee Posted November 11, 2015 Share your length and inseam determines bikes size (small medium large etc) the bike is then set up to your specific measurements (seat height, handlebar reach etc.) edit: good starting point to determine frame size required http://www.ebicycles.com/bicycle-tools/frame-sizer/mountain-bike Thanks!! this is a really great website with the calculations. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shaper Posted November 11, 2015 Share or this, has a good fork and ok components which you can upgrade over time https://www.bikehub.co.za/classifieds/163140-2013-trek-x-caliber/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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