BigFatRookie Posted March 11, 2016 Share Hi Everyone This is my first post, thought I would ask some of you guys that are in the game for some advice, please. I want to start riding offroad bikes in and around our estate. Nothing to serious to begin with as I am quite unfit but am determined to get into shape and start going hard in 6-8 months. Height: 1.8 MetersWeight: Round 110 KG's Any idea where to start looking. I dont mind geting a great second hand bike and "growing" into it. Thanks in advance and I am enjoying reading this Forum, seems like a great bunch of people Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scotty Posted March 12, 2016 Share What budget are you looking at. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigFatRookie Posted March 12, 2016 Share To start I have no idea about pricing. But it is irrelevant if I buy a bargain and get my money back after selling it in 12 month. If thats not possible, then I could do whatever I will loose out on the least. If none of this is possible, R6-10K Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scotty Posted March 12, 2016 Share 2nd hand will get you more bang for bucks, new will get you warranty peace of mind but with less bang. Have a look in the classified for 2nd hand (if you go this route choose someone local so can view the bike, lots of scammers around) but also visit a few bike shops. Size wise I would look at a large HT. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slickjay007 Posted March 12, 2016 Share Take a look at the below options: https://www.bikehub.co.za/classifieds/181608-bergamont-hardtail-mtb/ https://www.bikehub.co.za/classifieds/180727-gt-avalanche-10-mountain-bike/ I would recommend 2nd to start and see if you like the sport. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
traildemon.co.za Posted March 12, 2016 Share Hi Everyone This is my first post, thought I would ask some of you guys that are in the game for some advice, please. I want to start riding offroad bikes in and around our estate. Nothing to serious to begin with as I am quite unfit but am determined to get into shape and start going hard in 6-8 months. Height: 1.8 MetersWeight: Round 110 KG's Any idea where to start looking. I dont mind geting a great second hand bike and "growing" into it. Thanks in advance and I am enjoying reading this Forum, seems like a great bunch of peopleJust remember its not only a bike. AddHelmetShorts Water bottle cageTopGlovesPedals Shoes and the list goes on Edited March 12, 2016 by Yusufptl slickjay007 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Ray Posted March 12, 2016 Share Advice I was given before I bought my bike was 2 things more than anything else:1. 29 inch wheels.2. Hydraulic brakes.Generally if a bike has hydraulic brakes it comes with decent level components all round and therefore you may not have to upgrade as soon once you decide mountain biking is for you and if it's not you can sell it and not lose to much. I would also suggest going second hand for value for money. With your budget you can find a good bike. migs82 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richardkzn Posted March 12, 2016 Share Why 29 inch wheels? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seanrcb Posted March 12, 2016 Share wouldn't worry to much about wheel size decent hydraulic brakes and good front suspension IMHO are more important Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vetseun Posted March 12, 2016 Share Just remember its not only a bike. AddHelmetShorts Water bottle cageTopGlovesPedals Shoes and the list goes onDont make the oke negative ffs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fr33rider Posted March 12, 2016 Share Advice I was given before I bought my bike was 2 things more than anything else:1. 29 inch wheels.2. Hydraulic brakes.Generally if a bike has hydraulic brakes it comes with decent level components all round and therefore you may not have to upgrade as soon once you decide mountain biking is for you and if it's not you can sell it and not lose to much. I would also suggest going second hand for value for money. With your budget you can find a good bike.What is so special about 29 inch wheels for someone looking to start out? A very good spec 26" bike will cost a third of the equivalent 29er and will be a great starter bike. Hell, I love my 26" bike. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Ray Posted March 12, 2016 Share For the record I have nothing against a 26er in fact I wouldn't mind one for the tighter trails but some people when upgrading want to upgrade to a 29er so all I was saying is if he gets a 29er upfront he may not itch as soon for a 29er as some guys do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scotty Posted March 12, 2016 Share Just remember its not only a bike. AddHelmetShortsWater bottle cageTopGlovesPedalsShoes and the list goes onList is incomplete without an instrument like GPS unit or smartphone to record strava. Tumbleweed 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
traildemon.co.za Posted March 13, 2016 Share List is incomplete without an instrument like GPS unit or smartphone to record strava.Saddle bagMulti toolCo2 pump and cannisterLube and degreaser Not to put you off but just to keep in mind. I also just atarted recently and did not factor into account the accessories cost Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Ray Posted March 13, 2016 Share Can I just emphasise the shorts (mentioned earlier), cycle (padded) shorts are probably second on the list after the helmet, saddle sore is part of the game, it gets better over time but for some people it never goes away. Edited March 13, 2016 by Big Ray Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
droo Posted March 13, 2016 Share Why 29 inch wheels? Cos the marketing machine says they're better and the marketing machine knows best... For the record I have nothing against a 26er in fact I wouldn't mind one for the tighter trails but some people when upgrading want to upgrade to a 29er so all I was saying is if he gets a 29er upfront he may not itch as soon for a 29er as some guys do. Urgh. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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