bologniusmaximus Posted November 23, 2017 Share Out of interest, what decent forks are there in the 6k range and from where?I'd also like to know that. Not to mention this is a plus bike, so the forks tend to be a little more expensive than the 29er or 650b counterparts. Because this bike will need a fork upgrade. Sent from my LG-H815 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Odinson Posted November 23, 2017 Share Solid looking bike! Well done, Titan! My only negative remarks would be that they spend more ZAR on higher end drivetrains, whereas that could've been used to spec a better fork. Also, the no-name brand tyres would probably have to be replaced quite quickly, as I can't imagine them being super durable. bologniusmaximus 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hihello Posted November 23, 2017 Share If I was you I'd seriously consider this Merida One-Forty 600 from the guys at Bike-addict https://bike-addict.co.za/collections/bicycles/products/merida-one-forty-600-2017 . At R24k I don't think you'll find a better spec for the price. Those Mattoc forks are highly rated and the rest of the parts don't seem like anything would need changing.... wide bars, short stem, dropper, 1x and decent rubber, seems to tick the boxes.I haven't seen or ridden one but saw the add when was looking for a bike for my Brother.Might be worth a look and I think the guys do free shipping Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rocket-Boy Posted November 23, 2017 Share Yes. Cliffie (former PYGA) is there now and trying to move towards affordable trail shredders Ito bike design. If this was my budget, and I wanted new, I'd go for it.I was going to say it looks the lovechild of a Pyga and a Mondraker.Also 140mm recon?? that thing must be like a wet noodle. wildwindfr and bologniusmaximus 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Piston ZA Posted November 23, 2017 Share If I was you I'd seriously consider this Merida One-Forty 600 from the guys at Bike-addict https://bike-addict.co.za/collections/bicycles/products/merida-one-forty-600-2017 . At R24k I don't think you'll find a better spec for the price.Those Mattoc forks are highly rated and the rest of the parts don't seem like anything would need changing.... wide bars, short stem, dropper, 1x and decent rubber, seems to tick the boxes.I haven't seen or ridden one but saw the add when was looking for a bike for my Brother.Might be worth a look and I think the guys do free shipping Good option, but the OP is looking at 27.5 plus bologniusmaximus 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hihello Posted November 23, 2017 Share Good option, but the OP is looking at 27.5 plusAh yes I see now, but would plus be better for wet and muddy conditions that OP is wanting the plus for? Possibly putting the minion on the back and getting something like a Mary 2.35 or Butcher 2.6 for the front could be better anyways Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Piston ZA Posted November 23, 2017 Share I agree the Titan is a great option, but to throw in another, you may still be able to get 2017 Trek Fuel EX5s for around R23k, 29er or 27.5 plus. They don't come with a dropper, and not as good a drivetrain (but you can upgrade that and add a dropper and still come out under R30k), and has similar forks and brakes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bologniusmaximus Posted November 23, 2017 Share I agree the Titan is a great option, but to throw in another, you may still be able to get 2017 Trek Fuel EX5s for around R23k, 29er or 27.5 plus. They don't come with a dropper, and not as good a drivetrain (but you can upgrade that and add a dropper and still come out under R30k), and has similar forks and brakes.Not keen on trek bikes. Already own a trek and while the bike is fine, I do feel like I paid way too much for what I got. So trying a different make is part of this exercise. Sent from my LG-H815 using Tapatalk Piston ZA 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bologniusmaximus Posted November 23, 2017 Share Ah yes I see now, but would plus be better for wet and muddy conditions that OP is wanting the plus for? Possibly putting the minion on the back and getting something like a Mary 2.35 or Butcher 2.6 for the front could be better anywaysIt's worth a good test. I've tried out a specialized stumpy with 2.4 29ers and the grips was good, but the price is above my budget. I also tried out a Lapierre hardtail plus bike and the grip was the same, so that's why I want to go for it. My current bike has almost zero grip. But it wasn't built for the riding I do. Sent from my LG-H815 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bologniusmaximus Posted November 23, 2017 Share If I was you I'd seriously consider this Merida One-Forty 600 from the guys at Bike-addict https://bike-addict.co.za/collections/bicycles/products/merida-one-forty-600-2017 . At R24k I don't think you'll find a better spec for the price. Those Mattoc forks are highly rated and the rest of the parts don't seem like anything would need changing.... wide bars, short stem, dropper, 1x and decent rubber, seems to tick the boxes.I haven't seen or ridden one but saw the add when was looking for a bike for my Brother.Might be worth a look and I think the guys do free shippingThanks, I've been driving Wayne at Bike-addict crazy these last few months while shopping. Jumping between a lot of bikes. But he's already confirmed that one is only available in frame sizes I cannot use. Sent from my LG-H815 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bologniusmaximus Posted November 23, 2017 Share I was going to say it looks the lovechild of a Pyga and a Mondraker.Also 140mm recon?? that thing must be like a wet noodle.It's a new revision of their recons. So who knows, I'm willing to risk it and see what it's like. It is just temporary until I can grab a better front fork and brakes. Sent from my LG-H815 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrahamS2 Posted November 23, 2017 Share It's worth a good test. I've tried out a specialized stumpy with 2.4 29ers and the grips was good, but the price is above my budget. I also tried out a Lapierre hardtail plus bike and the grip was the same, so that's why I want to go for it. My current bike has almost zero grip. But it wasn't built for the riding I do. Sent from my LG-H815 using TapatalkI think you're going to find tyres are the biggest factor in whether the bike has grip on specific terrain. 27.5 vs 29 vs boost vs plus will have a much smaller effect than getting the right tyre for the conditions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bologniusmaximus Posted November 23, 2017 Share I think you're going to find tyres are the biggest factor in whether the bike has grip on specific terrain. 27.5 vs 29 vs boost vs plus will have a much smaller effect than getting the right tyre for the conditions.Very true. I'm curious how good the grip is on this Titan. Sent from my LG-H815 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Errrrr Posted February 3, 2018 Share Correct me if I'm wrong but if you're looking at muddy and slippy trails you want to stick with a 29er. Plus tyres tend to 'float' on wet muddy stuff. They are great on everything else though. I was looking at the slider 1 as they go for around 26k these days and come with much better equipment than the slider 2.But I want a plus bike because the trails here are super muddy and slippery.Sent from my LG-H815 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TiggerT Posted February 3, 2018 Share I believe the new Silverback Sprint range has a 27.5 plus option.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gertvh Posted February 5, 2018 Share Bolognius did you end up getting a Skyrim? I am also interested in one but can't find any reviews or 3rd party info on them. I testrode one in a parkinglot the past weekend and really liked it so I am really interested to find out how they are on trails. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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