gerriemtb Posted April 17, 2019 Posted April 17, 2019 Hi everyone, I am looking to upgrade from my 2012 26er HT with coil fork to a 29er HT with an air fork. I can get a new Momsen AL329 2018 spec at my LBS for R12 000 with tubeless conversion done. The specs:Frame Race Tech Two Alloy, Exclusive LSG Design, Integrated Toptube Box ( I.T.B )Fork SR Suntour Raidon Air, Remote Lockout, 100mm Travel, Rebound AdjustHeadset Taper Integrated TypeStem Alloy Forged Oversize 31.8mm, S ( 60mm ), M ( 70mm ), L ( 80mm ), XL ( 90mm )Handlebar Alloy Oversize 31.8mm, 720mm WideGrips Kraton MTB Lock-OnRotor Shimano RT-10 Centerlock, 160mm Front and RearBrake Lever Shimano M365 HydraulicTyres Vee Tire Co. Mission Tubeless Ready, 72TPI, Folding BeadTube Kenda 29 x 2.10 PrestaRims Alex/Momsen DP21 Custom, Tubeless Ready, 32HSpokes Stainless Butted, Brass NipplesFront Hub Shimano TX50 CenterlockRear Hub Shimano TX50 CenterlockChainwheel Set Shimano MT500 10 Speed, 36/26T, 175mmChain KMC 10-SpeedBottom Bracket Shimano OutboardPedals N/ASaddle Momsen CustomSeatpost Momsen Alloy, 31.6mmSeat Binder Alloy Quick Release 34.9mmShifters Shimano M6000 Deore for 2 x 10 SpeedFront Derailleur Shimano M785 XTRear Derailleur Shimano M6000 Deore 10-Speed Shadow Plus DesignCassette Shimano HG500-10 11-42T The bike looks good and solid to me, I am just not clued up on all the components.Do you think the specs are good for the price? Thanks for your help!
bullet77 Posted April 17, 2019 Posted April 17, 2019 That bike will be a decent upgrade from your 26er. Consider checking the 2nd hand market. R12k will get you a pretty good 2nd hand bike.
TheRealHill Posted April 18, 2019 Posted April 18, 2019 I am basically in the same position than you, still have a 26er and looking for a 29er in the same price range. There are some really good value in the Merida Big Nine range imo. https://bike-addict.co.za/collections/merida-mtb/products/merida-big-nine-lite-limited-2019 https://bike-addict.co.za/collections/merida-29er/products/merida-big-nine-500-green-2018 https://bike-addict.co.za/collections/merida-29er/products/merida-big-nine-400-2019
Beard Posted April 18, 2019 Posted April 18, 2019 I have just gone through this process and I can highly reccomend the second hand route. I also was looking new based on new components and warrantee etc but then I found a fantastic deal on a much better specced 2nd hand bike in mint condition (which would have been double my budget if I bought new) which also left a lot of change in my pocket to pimp out my ride the way I want to. New fancy grips, flats, cockpit setup and a much better helmet than I had. Sometimes people have the money to buy really nice bikes but then dont have the time to ride them... trawl the classifieds here and gumtree and marketplace and look for a fantastic deal, not every 2nd hand bike is a deal but If you do your homework and know what you looking for you (and have some patience) you can really score.
gerriemtb Posted April 20, 2019 Author Posted April 20, 2019 Thanks for everyones input.I went ahead and pulled the trigger on the Momsen and must say it is a HUGE upgrade from my previous bike. Got great service from the bike shop also.
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