Joaquim Carneiro Posted November 8, 2017 Share Fellow Hubbers I need some help. Swift Evil Twin "just the frame - New", always loved the frame and I now I have the opportunity to buy it. Good buy, Ok buy or Bad buy???? I currently ride an 2015 Epic Comp. You don't see any of these frames in my part of SA "port elizabeth". So I can't ask any of the local guys for some feedback. Please help, any input would help. Thanks in advance guys & gals. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garfield2010 Posted November 8, 2017 Share Buy it. Awesome frame and bike. Awesome local support as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eldron Posted November 8, 2017 Share Agreed! I've built a few and they are well made and a pleasure to work on - the replaceable carbon protector / cable holder is functional coolness! Rides like a dream too. One of my favourite bikes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rocket-Boy Posted November 8, 2017 Share Only real problem with that frame is how ugly it is!I know that beauty is in the eye of the beholder so maybe it looks amazing to some people. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pulse Posted November 8, 2017 Share The Evil Twin is a very nice bike (frame). If the price is reasonable, then get it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eugene Posted November 8, 2017 Share Buy it. Just think how cool you would be at 60 Minutes of Mayhem. A swift in between all those Specializeds and Scotts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gpcar Posted November 8, 2017 Share I ride a Swift myself (hard tail) lovely frame! but a mate of mine has gone through 4 Evil Twin warranty frames. I'm not sure on the current state of Swift the company itself as they are "apparently" are closing down their store in CT. (*I stand corrected*) So i would check on that as if they close down it will be difficult to claim any warranties. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joaquim Carneiro Posted November 8, 2017 Share Thanks gentsI love the look of the frame, keen on the black with blue detailing. PRICE Good GP.C - A concern regarding the 4 broken frames and definitely food for thought. I'll follow up with Swift in Cape Town, as it's definitely a concern if their operations are closing down and I do have an issue with the frame, where do I go??. Maybe if anyone else has any insight regarding Swift"s operations please post Thanks again gents Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MitchConway Posted November 8, 2017 Share I do recall reading somewhere on the hub that the company will be sticking around, however i think it was going to be taken up by new ownership and their production and distribution was going to be undertaken in another country. So it just wont be South african bound anymore was my understanding. I DO STAND TO BE CORRECTED AND MAY NOT HAVE ALL THE FACTS, BUT IM SURE IT WAS SOMETHING ALONG THOSE LINES. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shaper Posted November 8, 2017 Share Discussed here about potential change of ownership of the Swift company https://community.bikehub.co.za/topic/170562-sexy-swifts/?hl=sexy+swift Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MitchConway Posted November 8, 2017 Share Discussed here about potential change of ownership of the Swift company https://community.bikehub.co.za/topic/170562-sexy-swifts/?hl=sexy+swiftYes this is what i was referring to. Thanks Shaper Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joaquim Carneiro Posted November 9, 2017 Share So best thing to do is give them a call and find what support their will be. Thanks again all for your help gents. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Escapee.. Posted November 9, 2017 Share Oom @jcza also had one at some stage. Maybe PM him for an honest review or hopefully he will post here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heppy Posted November 9, 2017 Share I just bought one and I'm in love. Do it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stefmeister Posted November 9, 2017 Share Why would you want to go from a 2015 epic to a Swift? It's just moving sideways - not an upgrade. Best would be to look at the newer crop of xc bikes with more modern geometry; Scott rc, 2017 Epic, Scalpel, Rocky mountain, Pyga stage etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meezo Posted November 9, 2017 Share I just bought one and I'm in love. Do it!Wow Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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