Hi guys please advise me on these bikes

[sizwenduduzow@gmail.com]

Hi Guys I'm new to cycling which bike is the best from these:

 

main use will be going to work and cycling over weekends

 

max distance not above 30km per day 

 

1. RALEIGH 29" Talus FRS Mountain Bike

https://www.makro.co.za/sports-outdoor-travel/sports/bicycles/bicycle/raleigh-29-talus-frs-mountain-bike-/p/000000000000357338_EA

 

1. 29" MXR MOUNTAIN BICYCLE

https://www.game.co.za/game-za/en/All-Game-Categories/Sports-%26-Leisure/Bicycles%2C-Scooters-%26-Skates/Adult-Bicycles/29%22-MXR-MOUNTAIN-BICYCLE/p/00693928

 

 

1. TOTEM 27.5' XC440 FRS MTB

https://www.makro.co.za/sports-outdoor-travel/sports/bicycles/bicycle/totem-27-5-xc440-frs-mtb-/p/000000000000351723_EA

 

1. 29" RAZOR FRONT SUSPENSION ALLOY MOUNTAIN BIKE

https://www.game.co.za/game-za/en/All-Game-Categories/Sports-%26-Leisure/Bicycles%2C-Scooters-%26-Skates/Adult-Bicycles/29%22-RAZOR-FRONT-SUSPENSION-ALLOY-MOUNTAIN-BIKE/p/00773513

 

1. RALEIGH 27.5" Crest FRS Mountain Bike

https://www.makro.co.za/sports-outdoor-travel/sports/bicycles/bicycle/raleigh-27-5-crest-frs-mountain-bike-/p/000000000000357337_EA?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI1uKt-Zf45AIVhbHtCh195w8YEAQYAyABEgJS6vD_BwE

[Vroetelvarkie]

I would suggest you rather look for a 2nd hand 26" on this forum, will get ALOT more bike for your money, with which you will be able to ride that distances and enjoy it!

[NicholasT]

Hi there.

 

To be blunt I’d guess that most people here would say that none of them would be worth it and you should try and raise your budget and try and find a decent second hand bike in the hubs classified section. 

[NicholasT]

I would suggest you rather look for a 2nd hand 26" on this forum, will get ALOT more bike for your money, with which you will be able to ride that distances and enjoy it!

Snap!

[Gr3mlin131]

As has been said, try to save up for something a bit more capable as you will hit the limits of what you can ride on these bikes fairly quickly. That said I have a similar Raleigh HT that has completed several races, but noting too technical as the bike would not be able to handle it very well. 

 

So my advice is if you are only commuting and riding nothing too technical, any of those should work fine. But as has happened with most of us, once the bug bites, you are going to need something better, so rather save up and buy something more capable. 

[Longbarn Killer]

Stay away from all of them, especially the ones with the rear shocks. These bikes will frustrate the heck out of you. They break very easily, the brakes will squeal and the gears will struggle to shift. The wheels will be out of true after hitting the first pothole.

 

Of your list, the Raleigh Razor from Game will be the best option. It will outlast the others, as long as you don't do a lot of off road type of riding.

 

As someone mentioned, you'll be better off buying used.

 

There are also some entry level brands that are better than others. They'll be a tad more expensive than whats on your list, but infinitely better and well worth the extra amount. Look at bikes like Avalanche and Axis.

[sizwenduduzow@gmail.com]

I would suggest you rather look for a 2nd hand 26" on this forum, will get ALOT more bike for your money, with which you will be able to ride that distances and enjoy it!

 

thanks may i ask why 26" I'm very new on cycling 

[sizwenduduzow@gmail.com]

Hi there.

 

To be blunt I’d guess that most people here would say that none of them would be worth it and you should try and raise your budget and try and find a decent second hand bike in the hubs classified section. 

Ok thanks

[Edge_Design]

I would say definitely get a hardtail (front suspension only) - that rear suspension isn't going to do much but will be a maintenance headache (expensive). Maybe post your budget and the size bike you need and people can give you alternative suggestions from the classifieds etc? 

 

Just avoid old second hand bikes as the maintenance will easily match the cost of the bike if there are any issues with drivetrain, suspension etc. Rather get something relatively new that might have cost 50% more than your budget originally but hasn't been ridden much.

[Vroetelvarkie]

thanks may i ask why 26" I'm very new on cycling 

26 inch wheelsize, demand is lower than the 29", which means you can get them much for cheaper than a 29".

From what your needs are a 26" will be more than fine!

[sizwenduduzow@gmail.com]

Thanks Guys my budget is R2000 - R5000 I'm not sure about size but i'm a short person 

[Vroetelvarkie]

https://www.bikehub.co.za/classifieds/381287-scott-scale-30-m-bm3522/

 

https://www.bikehub.co.za/classifieds/380700-merida-tfs-mattis-xc-800-26er/

 

https://www.bikehub.co.za/classifieds/380285-titan-trail-26r-sport-series-mountain-bike/

[Kenty]

IF you can stretch your budget...Im no expert BUT I think this is a great buy and they are really GREAT people to deal with,,,my son bought a bike from them...

 

https://www.bikehub.co.za/classifieds/383341-trek-fuel-x9-m-bm3552/

[sizwenduduzow@gmail.com]

https://www.bikehub.co.za/classifieds/381287-scott-scale-30-m-bm3522/

 

https://www.bikehub.co.za/classifieds/380700-merida-tfs-mattis-xc-800-26er/

 

https://www.bikehub.co.za/classifieds/380285-titan-trail-26r-sport-series-mountain-bike/

 

Thanks Merida and Titan which one would you prefer 

[Blokman]

Thanks Merida and Titan which one would you prefer

You have to consider size as well. 

[Vroetelvarkie]

Thanks Merida and Titan which one would you prefer 

 

If the size is correct I would go for the Merida, due to the better groupset