Rocket-Boy Posted December 29, 2015 Posted December 29, 2015 That sounds very much like me.I estimate the road bike to be between 10 and 20 % more efficient than the mountain bike, depending on the course, the wind and the speed you are going at.Horses for courses! Of course, I won't take my road bike to the mountain trails. One of the things I like most about the roadie is the instant speed when you put the hammer down, they just accelerate so effortlessly.I still find blasting trails to be more fun, but Im never sad when I actually ride the roadie.
DJR Posted December 29, 2015 Posted December 29, 2015 Every cyclist should have at least a road bike AND a mtb (of some kind)... https://www.bikehub.co.za/classifieds/170099-classic-zini-bikeprice-drop/Bargain that!
GLuvsMtb Posted December 30, 2015 Posted December 30, 2015 Or get a CX bike with a compact groupo. I love riding my Giant Anyroad in road events or when you feel like some dirt-roadie miles.
DJR Posted December 30, 2015 Posted December 30, 2015 ImageUploadedByTapatalk1451467306.192473.jpgOr get a CX bike with a compact groupo. I love riding my Giant Anyroad in road events or when you feel like some dirt-roadie miles.If I have to have only 1 bike, and buy it new, then that might well be the one.
Brawler Posted January 4, 2016 Author Posted January 4, 2016 ImageUploadedByTapatalk1451467306.192473.jpgOr get a CX bike with a compact groupo. I love riding my Giant Anyroad in road events or when you feel like some dirt-roadie miles. I'd imagine price is an issue. Ideally I'd like to spend R10k or so.
Brawler Posted January 4, 2016 Author Posted January 4, 2016 I have found a nice 2015 Silverback sola 1. Great spec and great price.Problem is it is a XL and I usually ride a L.According to their website I am on the upper limit of a Land the lower limit of a XL (1.88m).If the bike is a bit big what issues can I expect?
Cadre Posted January 4, 2016 Posted January 4, 2016 I have found a nice 2015 Silverback sola 1. Great spec and great price.Problem is it is a XL and I usually ride a L.According to their website I am on the upper limit of a Land the lower limit of a XL (1.88m).If the bike is a bit big what issues can I expect?The bigger the bike the more difficult it becomes to read and answer the questions on the Medical Questionnaire. Besides that, the best bike is like the best TV set. It is simply the one can afford. Good luck with finding your next bike. Happy training and have a nice race.
J∆kk∆ls Posted January 4, 2016 Posted January 4, 2016 I have found a nice 2015 Silverback sola 1. Great spec and great price.Problem is it is a XL and I usually ride a L.According to their website I am on the upper limit of a Land the lower limit of a XL (1.88m).If the bike is a bit big what issues can I expect?XL is too big for you.
Cycle4Life - Paarl Posted January 4, 2016 Posted January 4, 2016 You could always rent a road bike for the event and buy a new mtb
Cycle4Life - Paarl Posted January 4, 2016 Posted January 4, 2016 XL is too big for you. We have 1 2015 SOLA 1 left, size LARGE
Brawler Posted January 4, 2016 Author Posted January 4, 2016 We have 1 2015 SOLA 1 left, size LARGE Price?
Cycle4Life - Paarl Posted January 4, 2016 Posted January 4, 2016 I think it is R18,999 But we have a special on at the moment where you get 15% back of the spend on any bike over R15000 to use towards other goodies and accessories, so know might be a opportune time to spend and save
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