+ Ryperd + Posted August 13, 2019 Author Posted August 13, 2019 Am I thus correct to assume that buying new is better?
DieselnDust Posted August 13, 2019 Posted August 13, 2019 Buying new is a safer bet in ensuring you get what you want.A 2014 Methanol would be the design previous to the outgoing 2015 design so it will still have external cabling?It may be an older bike but it still a bike. I'm just not sure I'd pay R35k for a 6yo MTB irrespective of geometry. BRing that down to the R25K mark and it a viable option.
+ Ryperd + Posted August 13, 2019 Author Posted August 13, 2019 You are correct Diesel. It has external cabling.
DieselnDust Posted August 13, 2019 Posted August 13, 2019 I had a test ride on a similar model. I liked the handling, its very racey. If you're not looking for a fast handling precise steering bike but rather something more forgiving with a wider range of performance then I'd say rather get something new. Not sure what your budget is but if <R50k then theres a lot on offer if you're not weight conscious. Thing is, you need to decide what you want from the bike first. At R35k the Bianchi is a no go from my point of view
Me rida my bicycle Posted August 13, 2019 Posted August 13, 2019 Am I thus correct to assume that buying new is better?in the budget you are shopping you have a great choice of new bikes. It would need to be something really special for me to spend 30k+ on a used bike. Plus just the little peace of mind that if something goes bang you are covered.
+ Ryperd + Posted August 14, 2019 Author Posted August 14, 2019 Thanks all for your input. I made up my mind... and I am not buying a Momsen now, nor the 2nd hand Bianchi (if anyone are interested, I can share the owner's details).
Me rida my bicycle Posted August 15, 2019 Posted August 15, 2019 Thanks all for your input. I made up my mind... and I am not buying a Momsen now, nor the 2nd hand Bianchi (if anyone are interested, I can share the owner's details). so come on don't keep us in suspense what did you decide on?
piotter Posted August 15, 2019 Posted August 15, 2019 so come on don't keep us in suspense what did you decide on?We NEED to know!
+ Ryperd + Posted August 15, 2019 Author Posted August 15, 2019 Found a demo Pyga Stage Max Similar to this model, but with Sram GX components.
Traveler Posted August 15, 2019 Posted August 15, 2019 Found a demo Pyga Stage Max Very nice indeed, just make sure about the warranty.
+ Ryperd + Posted August 15, 2019 Author Posted August 15, 2019 Very nice indeed, just make sure about the warranty. Full waranty. I will be "1st" owner. PS: why worried about the warranty? Bad experience with the brand?
DieselnDust Posted August 15, 2019 Posted August 15, 2019 Full waranty. I will be "1st" owner. PS: why worried about the warranty? Bad experience with the brand?Just insure it. Santam all risks. No hassles and if you have a problem with the warranty you have a get out of jail free card
piotter Posted August 15, 2019 Posted August 15, 2019 Found a demo Pyga Stage Max Similar to this model, but with Sram GX components. Very nice indeed, as Diesel said, be sure to ensure that bad boy
Traveler Posted August 15, 2019 Posted August 15, 2019 Full waranty. I will be "1st" owner. PS: why worried about the warranty? Bad experience with the brand? Unfortunately I did, and their Sales Manager basically gave me the biggest ignore of my life. Luckily with my insurance the frame was paid out.
+ Ryperd + Posted August 15, 2019 Author Posted August 15, 2019 Unfortunately I did, and their Sales Manager basically gave me the biggest ignore of my life. Luckily with my insurance the frame was paid out. With Pyga directly or with a shop?
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