Reeb Posted June 10, 2018 Posted June 10, 2018 Hi Guys Some sage advice needed please on deciding on a new bike. Firstly I am looking for an XC bike for likes of Sani2C, Berg & Bush etc. I am 58 and not a racing snake.My budget is R45k.I was riding a Silverback Mercury dual sus until the frame broke on /sani this year. weighed in at 14kgs so on the heavy side So I have narrowed it down to: Lapierre SR 629 - R41 500 - on special from the agentshttps://bike-addict.co.za/products/lapierre-xr629-2017 Cannondale SI 4 Carbon - R40 500 @ Bike Addict - worried about the availability of Cannondale proprietary parts https://bike-addict.co.za/collections/cannondale-29er-dual-suspension/products/cannondale-si-carbon-4-2018 Merida Ninety Six - XT - R40 000https://bike-addict.co.za/collections/clearance/products/merida-ninety-six-xt-2018 Any other suggestions? Your advice/comments would be greatly appreciated
Prince Albert Cycles Posted June 10, 2018 Posted June 10, 2018 Cannondale . I have been riding Dales for 6 years . No problems with the bikes or parts
Me rida my bicycle Posted June 10, 2018 Posted June 10, 2018 I like the look of the Lapierre but rear stays have flex when under power and Merida has old style geometry it would have to be the Cannondale out of those. Best xc/marathon dual would be Scott Spark but not sure if you will get a carbon 1 in your budget.
nickc Posted June 11, 2018 Posted June 11, 2018 Hi Guys Some sage advice needed please on deciding on a new bike. Firstly I am looking for an XC bike for likes of Sani2C, Berg & Bush etc. I am 58 and not a racing snake.My budget is R45k.I was riding a Silverback Mercury dual sus until the frame broke on /sani this year. weighed in at 14kgs so on the heavy side So I have narrowed it down to: Lapierre SR 629 - R41 500 - on special from the agentshttps://bike-addict.co.za/products/lapierre-xr629-2017 Cannondale SI 4 Carbon - R40 500 @ Bike Addict - worried about the availability of Cannondale proprietary parts https://bike-addict.co.za/collections/cannondale-29er-dual-suspension/products/cannondale-si-carbon-4-2018 Merida Ninety Six - XT - R40 000https://bike-addict.co.za/collections/clearance/products/merida-ninety-six-xt-2018 Any other suggestions? Your advice/comments would be greatly appreciatedCannondale - far ahead of the others - no problem with parts !!
BikeisLife Posted June 11, 2018 Posted June 11, 2018 Rode a Cannondale Scalpel over the weekend and the Lefty is out of this world!
slickjay007 Posted June 11, 2018 Posted June 11, 2018 Cannondale is a great bike. Maybe also check out the following: Specialized Epic Comp - R40K Giant Anthem 2 "29" - R37K
Adrian Fogg Posted June 11, 2018 Posted June 11, 2018 Hi Guys Some sage advice needed please on deciding on a new bike. Firstly I am looking for an XC bike for likes of Sani2C, Berg & Bush etc. I am 58 and not a racing snake.My budget is R45k.I was riding a Silverback Mercury dual sus until the frame broke on /sani this year. weighed in at 14kgs so on the heavy side So I have narrowed it down to: Lapierre SR 629 - R41 500 - on special from the agentshttps://bike-addict.co.za/products/lapierre-xr629-2017 Cannondale SI 4 Carbon - R40 500 @ Bike Addict - worried about the availability of Cannondale proprietary parts https://bike-addict.co.za/collections/cannondale-29er-dual-suspension/products/cannondale-si-carbon-4-2018 Merida Ninety Six - XT - R40 000https://bike-addict.co.za/collections/clearance/products/merida-ninety-six-xt-2018 Any other suggestions? Your advice/comments would be greatly appreciatedPM me. Can do you a great deal on a Giant Anthem 1 2018 model.
keithbe Posted June 11, 2018 Posted June 11, 2018 Test ride. Test ride. Test ride...enjoy the bike once you pick the "one"!
Monark Posted June 11, 2018 Posted June 11, 2018 At that price point go for the new Giant Anthem... an amazing bike
Tomik Posted June 11, 2018 Posted June 11, 2018 FWIW, I'd look at a more trail-oriented bike for two reasons: 1. You broke your last bike and 2. You're not racing. For example, a bike like the Pyga Stage Max is built stronger than the XC-oriented Stage for a small weight penalty, which in your case doesn't really matter. You'll probably be more comfortable with the slightly slacker geometry and more travel of a trail-oriented bike, especially downhill. I'd be weary of the Cannondale if you're a heavy rider. Their frames crack a lot. Yes, they'll be under warranty, but still a pain.
Reeb Posted June 12, 2018 Author Posted June 12, 2018 FWIW, I'd look at a more trail-oriented bike for two reasons: 1. You broke your last bike and 2. You're not racing. For example, a bike like the Pyga Stage Max is built stronger than the XC-oriented Stage for a small weight penalty, which in your case doesn't really matter. You'll probably be more comfortable with the slightly slacker geometry and more travel of a trail-oriented bike, especially downhill. I'd be weary of the Cannondale if you're a heavy rider. Their frames crack a lot. Yes, they'll be under warranty, but still a pain.I am 90kg and the frame got broken in a crash. I will look into the trail bikes. thanks for the advice
Reeb Posted June 12, 2018 Author Posted June 12, 2018 At that price point go for the new Giant Anthem... an amazing bikeWill definitely look into it. The Giant 1 may be slightly over my budget of R45K. Thanks
Reeb Posted June 12, 2018 Author Posted June 12, 2018 Have narrowed it down to the Cannondale, Lapierre or Giant, will test ride the lapierre this weekend. Thanks for all your advice it has been very helpful and much appreciated
Pieterlab1 Posted June 13, 2018 Posted June 13, 2018 Have narrowed it down to the Cannondale, Lapierre or Giant, will test ride the lapierre this weekend. Thanks for all your advice it has been very helpful and much appreciatedTest ride them all, then enjoy your new Giant Anthem!
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