JarrydS Posted October 17, 2018 Share Hi all, Looking at getting into the world of mountain biking and I was hoping some of you could share some tips for a first-time buyer. I want to avoid getting taken for a ride by the sales guy. I think my absolute max for the bike is 12k...but ideally, below that considering I will need to buy a decent helmet and some bike shorts too. That being said, I am quite set on getting the Silverback Spectra Comp with the air fork. Maybe the Sola 3 if I can get it at a decent price. I have seen quite a few conflicting comments about buying new vs. buying used, but I think I would prefer to pick up a brand new bike. What are some things I should look out for when speaking to whoever assists me at the bike shop? I'm sure they will naturally try and push some "extras" on me which I may not necessarily need. Also, would it be worthwhile going for the Sola 3 over the Spectra? I am based in Johannesburg if it's relevant. Apologies if this has been asked a million times. Thanks in advance. Edited October 17, 2018 by JarrydS tinmug and DJR 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
callieskibbe Posted October 17, 2018 Share Check out this forum for some tips https://community.bikehub.co.za/topic/178772-best-silverback-under-r10k/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Longbarn Killer Posted October 17, 2018 Share First rule............make sure the size is right. No matter what bargains they have in different sizes, get the correct size. Sept is usually a good time to buy a bike as the previous year's models are usually discounted to make way for new stock. Most of the time new stock means a different paint scheme. Shop around. I'll choose new over second hand especially as a first time buyer. A credible bike shop will ensure it is the right size, it will be set up properly for you and you will get a warranty and peace of mind that some worn part is not going to fail on you. An entry level new bike is way better than a worn out top of the range used bike. If you are new to cycling, you may not know what to look for on a used bike. Steven Knoetze (sk27), Edereese, tinmug and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tinmug Posted October 17, 2018 Share Looks to me like you are already looking in the right direction ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RussDix Posted November 2, 2018 Share Hi, I just picked up my Scott scale 970. Got it for R12999 from Cycle Lab and I'm super stoked with the bike so far. It was marked down from R16K.Might be worth looking at.Cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warren Lew Posted November 3, 2018 Share Silverback Sola 3 all the way mate. I have a love affair with mine. Amazing bikes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Me rida my bicycle Posted November 3, 2018 Share extras to consider Tubeless definitely and silicon grips. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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