intern Posted December 4, 2016 Posted December 4, 2016 Nobody likes a fanboi, not the least me. But anyway, I have ridden Specialized bikes since I got back into the sport around 2007. I got a new S-Works Epic in 2009...That frame broke in 2010 on a training camp out in Graskop. Spaz gave me a new one, no fuss.The new one broke again in 2012, after I'd moved to NZ. Spaz gave me a new one, no fuss.Had a few kids and didn't ride for about 2 years; got back on it in the last year, the Epic broke again a few weeks ago.Spaz no longer makes 26 inch bikes.So Spaz NZ says, 'Here are your options: we give you an S-Works Epic plus front fork, and exchange your Deore XT wheels for 29 inch ones. Or, we give you a brand new Epic Expert, complete.'My local bike shop owner was concerned they may not have my preferred colour choice.I'm blown away. Only problem I have now is which option do I go with. What do you guys reckon?
patches Posted December 5, 2016 Posted December 5, 2016 Nobody likes a fanboi, not the least me. But anyway, I have ridden Specialized bikes since I got back into the sport around 2007. I got a new S-Works Epic in 2009...That frame broke in 2010 on a training camp out in Graskop. Spaz gave me a new one, no fuss.The new one broke again in 2012, after I'd moved to NZ. Spaz gave me a new one, no fuss.Had a few kids and didn't ride for about 2 years; got back on it in the last year, the Epic broke again a few weeks ago.Spaz no longer makes 26 inch bikes.So Spaz NZ says, 'Here are your options: we give you an S-Works Epic plus front fork, and exchange your Deore XT wheels for 29 inch ones. Or, we give you a brand new Epic Expert, complete.'My local bike shop owner was concerned they may not have my preferred colour choice.I'm blown away. Only problem I have now is which option do I go with. What do you guys reckon? Good service I guess.... but seems like a poor product maybe it's time you switch
intern Posted December 5, 2016 Author Posted December 5, 2016 They all broke in the same place...and if I can be riding a 2017 model bike not having spent any money since 2009, well, that's is definitely not a handicap in my book!Although I have accidentally joined the 29er gang which I swore I never would. That part is involuntary.
Pulse Posted December 5, 2016 Posted December 5, 2016 That is excellent service, but I still wouldn't ride one...????
intern Posted December 5, 2016 Author Posted December 5, 2016 Yeh I've decided it's gotta be the S-Works otherwise I'll always want one..
intern Posted December 5, 2016 Author Posted December 5, 2016 That is excellent service, but I still wouldn't ride one... haha - I'd never ride a Scott, a Merida or a modern Pinarello, just don't like them. Would def ride a classic metal Pina though...
Pulse Posted December 5, 2016 Posted December 5, 2016 haha - I'd never ride a Scott, a Merida or a modern Pinarello, just don't like them. Would def ride a classic metal Pina though...Agree!I don't like Spaz, never have... BUT... give me one of their Shiv's, and I'll ride it forever
intern Posted December 5, 2016 Author Posted December 5, 2016 Funnily enough I'm fond of the Shiv too, but for them to give you one you have to give them a stupid amount of cash!
Pulse Posted December 5, 2016 Posted December 5, 2016 Funnily enough I'm fond of the Shiv too, but for them to give you one you have to give them a stupid amount of cash!... and that for something I'll only use a couple of times a year
V12man Posted December 5, 2016 Posted December 5, 2016 Agree!I don't like Spaz, never have... BUT... give me one of their Shiv's, and I'll ride it foreverNo you won't- it will break.... every 3 years.... I am curious as to where these bikes all break in the same place?
Pulse Posted December 5, 2016 Posted December 5, 2016 No you won't- it will break.... every 3 years.... I am curious as to where these bikes all break in the same place?At least my bike will never get old... and if you have a Spaz MTB, and 29ers become the new 26" as everyone upgrades to 32" or whatever the next must-have wheel size will be, you'll always be in fashion
FCH Posted December 5, 2016 Posted December 5, 2016 would have "upgraded" to a Santa Cruz after the second frame broke.
'Dale Posted December 5, 2016 Posted December 5, 2016 Is it routine warranty replacement? Great for youUndoubtedly some quality issues there ⚠️
Sarge Posted December 5, 2016 Posted December 5, 2016 Hi, Whether we ride the "things" or not...they are beautifull bikes. I think. Have a great week. Sarge
Popit Posted December 5, 2016 Posted December 5, 2016 I took delivery of my 2017 Epic Expert on Saturday ...What a bike .... I would highly recommend it .
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