HannesR Posted May 25, 2018 Share Hello All,I am in need of some advice regarding a new full suspesion MTB I'm thinking of buying:Bike 1, is the Silverback Sido 2 (2018): Link: https://bike-addict.co.za/products/silverback-sido-2-2018 FRAME SB Lightweight 6061 Alloy 29” Suspension, Tapered 1-1/8”-1.5” headtube, Pressfit BB Shell, Alloy Triangle with Dual linkages using 142 x 12mm Through Axle Integrated Dropouts, Replaceable Alloy hanger, XGuide Cable management SystemHUBS Rear: 142 x 12mm, Cassette, Black Front: Front: 15x110mm OLD Boost Hub Spacing, Sealed Bearing, Disc Mount, BlackSEATPOST Sector Level 6061 Alloy, 30.9mm, L:350 for S SizeREAR SHOCK Fox Performance Elite Float, 2 Position Remote Locout, Custom tuned, 90mm travelSTEM Sector, 3D Forged, S/M: 80mm; L: 90mm; XL: 100mm, 7° x Dia 31.8mm, BlackTYRES Crossmark II 29x2.1". 53-622, Dual Compound, 60 Tpi, TRSADDLE Prologo Kapa RS, STN RailCASSETTE Shimano SLX CS-M7000, 11 Speed, 11-42TRIMS SUNringlé Helix TR 29", 32 hole drilling , Disc Only, Black Anodized, Tubeless CompliantHANDLEBAR Sector Level, W: 700mm; Back Sweep: 9° x Dia 31.8mm, BlackSHIFTERS Shimano SLX SL-M7000, 2x11 Trigger, BlackCRANKSET RaceFace Aeffect, 36/26T, L: 175mm All Sizes, BlackBRAKE SET Shimano Deore BL/BR-M425, Open Hydraulic System, Rotors Front: 180mm; Rear: 160mm, BlackFORK RockShox Judy Gold RL, 100mm Travel, Solo Air, Tapered Alloy Steerer, Remote Lockout 15x110mm OLD Boost Hub Spacing, Diffusion BlackFRONT DER Shimano SLX FD-M7025-11-D, Direct Mount, 2 x 11SpREAR DER Shimano XT Shadow Tech Plus RD-M8000, Long Cage, 11 Speed, Black Bike 2, is the Merida Ninety-Six 600 (2018); Link: https://bike-addict.co.za/products/merida-ninety-six-600-2018 COLOR green (lite green)FRAME SIZES S(27.5)M(27.5)M(29)L(29)XL(29)FRAME NINETY-SIX LITEFORK Manitou Machete Comp 100mm travel air fork with tapered steerer, 15mm bolt through axleSHOCK Fox Performance FloatDERAILLEUR REAR Shimano SLX ShadowSHIFTERS Shimano SLX 11 speed rapid fire with I-Spec II adapterBRAKE LEVER Shimano M500BRAKES Shimano M500 hydraulic disc, 180mm / 160mm rotorsCHAINWHEEL Shimano SLX 30 teethCHAIN KMC X11-1HUBS Boost standard, Sealed bearing 15mm front and Shimano Deore 12mm rear bolt through axles, centerlockRIM MERIDA BIG.SEVEN/BIG.NINE Comp CCFREEWHEEL Sunrace CSMX80, 11 speed, 11-50 teethTIRES Maxxis Ikon 2.2" foldingSPOKES Double Butted Black stainlessHANDLEBAR STEM MERIDA Expert 3d forged 6061 aluminium, Oversize clamp 6(27.5“) / -6 (29“) degreeHANDLEBAR MERIDA Expert CC 720mm wide flatHEADSET FSA NO.55ESEAT POST MERIDA Comp in line 30.9mmSADDLE MERIDA Sport Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dieter ( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°) Posted May 25, 2018 Share I would personally like to come home to the Silverback HannesR 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Me rida my bicycle Posted May 26, 2018 Share Spec on both bikes are decent 1x vs 2x but both bikes cranks allows for 1x or 2x so no real difference there. It all comes down to which 1 do you like more I like green but that merida is even to green for me so would probably go for the silverback. HannesR 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HannesR Posted May 28, 2018 Share Spec on both bikes are decent 1x vs 2x but both bikes cranks allows for 1x or 2x so no real difference there. It all comes down to which 1 do you like more I like green but that merida is even to green for me so would probably go for the silverback.Thank you for the feedback... it is much appreciated and will make my decision much easier. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rust Never Sleeps Posted June 6, 2018 Share so which did you buy? Friend of mine in a similar situation-which of these 2 bikes? Edited June 6, 2018 by Rust Never Sleeps Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HannesR Posted June 7, 2018 Share so which did you buy? Friend of mine in a similar situation-which of these 2 bikes?Haven't bought yet... There is a 3rd bike in the mix now... The Merida Ninety Six 800 - Have a look at Cycle Factory's Website; they have awesome deals on these bikes at the moment; see links below: http://cyclefactory.co.za/shop/bicycles/merida-ninety-six-600-full-sus-mtb-copy/ http://cyclefactory.co.za/shop/bicycles/merida-ninty-six-800-full-sus-mtb/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NelAndre Posted June 7, 2018 Share I like both brands and I have had a Merida for years. Today I would go for the Silverback though. Love the look of their bikes and I believe it is great value for your buck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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