Kona Kula Posted March 1, 2017 Posted March 1, 2017 Kona Kula, thanx for the opportunity. But as I have less than 1000 posts, wait, less than 100 posts, crap, less than 80 posts I think its best if you pass it on to someone more deserving Us coloureds! So I managed to twist the arm of this unsuspecting young man https://www.bikehub.co.za/classifieds/233544-silverback-dakota-mountain-bike/ Gonna be my new wheels, hopefully by this afternoon This doesnt mean I aint gonna loaf for stuff as I still need kit No worries, enjoy the new ride.
Mongoose001 Posted March 1, 2017 Author Posted March 1, 2017 Hi Mongoose, I have a bike you can have. It is pieced together but... It has done the epic before and is a solid option. Its a Kona AA with V brakes only. Wheels are mavic 819 tubeless and are bombproof. Xt hubs The rest is a mix of xt and slx components. The shock is a Judy that seized so now acts like a rigid. But I reckon you can pick up a new or used 26" shock very cheap. Or maybe someone will donate one to you. I am also in Southern suburbs Cpt so the only cost will be for you to come and collect it. There is a young man in the area that would like something like this. If you have nobody else in mind then I can arrange for you guys to meet.
Kona Kula Posted March 1, 2017 Posted March 1, 2017 There is a young man in the area that would like something like this. If you have nobody else in mind then I can arrange for you guys to meet.Sure if he can benefit and will enjoy it. You can PM me.
Guest Posted March 1, 2017 Posted March 1, 2017 Now this is how a cycling community should operate. Nice one guys.
BigTom Posted March 1, 2017 Posted March 1, 2017 Now this is how a cycling community should operate. Nice one guys.I hope you are referring to Kona Kula's generous offer, and not the fact that the OP rejected the purchase advice
Mongoose001 Posted March 1, 2017 Author Posted March 1, 2017 My bikes home. Got to do some shoping tomorrow for some kit. The boys said they aint wearing body hugging tights. Now that i think of it neither will I. Bwahahaha. Cant wait to get to one of these places. And to Kevin, a MASSIVE thanx for the Kona. Servano couldnt contain himself when i said the bike was for him. Will be sure to get some pics up as soon as i can.
BigTom Posted March 1, 2017 Posted March 1, 2017 The boys said they aint wearing body hugging tights. Now that i think of it neither will I. Bwahahaha. Wonder how many other spandex wearing cyclists, besides myself, have said the very same thing. Trust me - most of us aren't wearing them to make a fashion statement!
Theunissa Posted March 1, 2017 Posted March 1, 2017 Lets say 5k (give or take a K or 2) to spend on a medium sized MTb, what would you look at? I know this aint much for a bike, but I cannot spend anymore than that, even though some would probably say, save up more money and buy a decent bike of 10k minimum. What would you look at, frame brand, components, shock type/brand etc etc. Is there anything one should keep an eye out for?ThanxSilverback sola 4. Just got one second hand a week afo for 5700. If you have patience you will fimd a good second hand one Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
Mongoose001 Posted March 2, 2017 Author Posted March 2, 2017 Trust me - most of us aren't wearing them to make a fashion statement! Here's the problem. I wont be able to mess around with all the ladies thats gonna be chasing me and still try to navigate the tight corners and little jumps
igg Posted March 2, 2017 Posted March 2, 2017 Wonder how many other spandex wearing cyclists, besides myself, have said the very same thing. Trust me - most of us aren't wearing them to make a fashion statement!What kind of statement are the guys wearing white bib shorts making :/.
Mongoose001 Posted March 7, 2017 Author Posted March 7, 2017 So went out shoping yesterday, for some kit. And oh my golly gosh. These things are expensive. Cheapest helmet i coul find was R400, gloves were R300 and not to mention everything else that i needed. And all this times 2. So for now im gonna have to save up some more to get these before i hit any trails.
Runbikeswim Posted March 7, 2017 Posted March 7, 2017 Momsen al329? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
BigTom Posted March 7, 2017 Posted March 7, 2017 So went out shoping yesterday, for some kit. And oh my golly gosh. These things are expensive. Cheapest helmet i coul find was R400, gloves were R300 and not to mention everything else that i needed. And all this times 2. So for now im gonna have to save up some more to get these before i hit any trails.Are you looking for yourself or kids?
Mongoose001 Posted March 19, 2017 Author Posted March 19, 2017 Was for myself and my son. Thanx to Iwan from the forum for the helmets and gloves as well as the extra bits. Appreciated.
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