Jump to content

New MTB (20-30K)


Zama7

Recommended Posts

Hey Guys

 

So I am new to mountain biking and have entered the Sani2C with a couple of Mates. No real mountain bike experience so I need some advice. I have read through the forum and online and there seems to be numerous options. Not to worried if new or second hand (if I go second hand looking for a relatively new bike that has been serviced regularly) 

 

Weights: 80 - 85kg

Height" 182 cm

Bike Frame Size: L

Wheels: 29", might consider 27.5" if on special but not sure there is really a 2nd hand market 

Duel Suspension, think a hard-tail might be hard for the stage race

Budget: 20-30k but closer to 20k preferably 

 

 

Options I am currently looking at (In the current order) :

 

Trek Feul EX 5 (not sure if 10 speed is enough?)

Startos AL 3

Scott Spark 970

Giant Stance 29 2

Merida Ninety Six 9

 

They all seem much of a much any recommendations or personal experience with the bikes ? 

 

thanks 

 

Link to comment
Share on other sites

  • Replies 41
  • Created
  • Last Reply

Top Posters In This Topic

Top Posters In This Topic

I will go for the Trek Fuel Ex 5. It’s a very nice bike. Although it’s a bit heavy but the ride is really good. Nice suspension so you have a nice ride over rough terrain.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Thanks guys, might currently be looking at a 2nd hand bike but not sure if the warranty on the frame passes over to the new owner?

 

Currently looking at:

 

2017 Scott Spark 950 - 20k

2018 Giant Anthem 2 - 25K

 

Will go visit a few bikes shops tomorrow in JHB / PTA to check out the available stock

Link to comment
Share on other sites

With TITAN the frame has a 5 year multi user warantee .... ONLY if the first owner registered the frame !

 

 

When you register it, you get emails to confirm this.

 

 

NOT sure what the process is for transfer of warantee with other brands.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

If you're a magazine reader, Bicycling mag currently running an article on bikes for "every" price bracket. 

 

I suggest have a look there for a gauge too. 

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Thanks guys, might currently be looking at a 2nd hand bike but not sure if the warranty on the frame passes over to the new owner?

 

Currently looking at:

 

2017 Scott Spark 950 - 20k

2018 Giant Anthem 2 - 25K

 

Will go visit a few bikes shops tomorrow in JHB / PTA to check out the available stock

My pick. Know a few owners of this specific bike with no complaints. 

 

Consider getting a dropper post as well. 

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Thanks guys, might currently be looking at a 2nd hand bike but not sure if the warranty on the frame passes over to the new owner?

 

Currently looking at:

 

2017 Scott Spark 950 - 20k

2018 Giant Anthem 2 - 25K

 

Will go visit a few bikes shops tomorrow in JHB / PTA to check out the available stock

Titan is the only brand that I am aware of that allows the warranty to transfer to the new owner.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Very happy with my Giant Anthem, can definitely recommend it. As mentioned before, a dropper post is a worthy addition to any MTB, in theory it can even feature in a road event with allot of decending, like Amashova... ;)

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Hang on a minute, let me quote: So I am new to mountain biking and have entered the Sani2C with a couple of Mates. No real mountain bike experience so I need some advice.....

 

I see that you do some other sports so I take it that you're currently fit and strong enough to do the close to 300km over the 3 days? It's going to be a great experience (not sarcastic), I mean if you're fit and used to something like road cycling and you then do the Sani as your first event in the mtb realm I can just imagine that it will be a great experience  :thumbup:, kudos to you.

 

From a biking advice point of view, maybe also consider making a turn at the folks @ BM, they do have some nice variety at a good price - https://bikemarket.co.za/ - I do quite like the Cannondale Rush they have (just off the bat, I have not scrolled through the whole website). 

 

Everyone will have their preferred brand and there's nothing wrong with that, I mean, I love Trek. But I would not be too focused on the brand, I would go and try a couple of bikes and get whichever is most comfortable within your budget  :devil:

Link to comment
Share on other sites

If you're a magazine reader, Bicycling mag currently running an article on bikes for "every" price bracket. 

 

I suggest have a look there for a gauge too. 

 

Thanks I bought the magazine which was useful but they don't have the exact range I am looking for.

 

They recommend:

 

Silverback Stratos Al 5 - 21K

Merida One Twenty RC 9 XT Edition - 39K (so will above budget)

 

The rest are all around the 40 - 45k.

 

 

Hang on a minute, let me quote: So I am new to mountain biking and have entered the Sani2C with a couple of Mates. No real mountain bike experience so I need some advice.....

 

I see that you do some other sports so I take it that you're currently fit and strong enough to do the close to 300km over the 3 days? It's going to be a great experience (not sarcastic), I mean if you're fit and used to something like road cycling and you then do the Sani as your first event in the mtb realm I can just imagine that it will be a great experience  :thumbup:, kudos to you.

 

From a biking advice point of view, maybe also consider making a turn at the folks @ BM, they do have some nice variety at a good price - https://bikemarket.co.za/ - I do quite like the Cannondale Rush they have (just off the bat, I have not scrolled through the whole website). 

 

Everyone will have their preferred brand and there's nothing wrong with that, I mean, I love Trek. But I would not be too focused on the brand, I would go and try a couple of bikes and get whichever is most comfortable within your budget  :devil:

 

Yip I am running fit but no mountain bike experience. Been hitting the watt bike for a few weeks now I just need a bike so I can practice the technical stuff. Thanks will check out Bike Market this weekend.

 

Currently looking at the silverback Al 2/3/4 for a new bike haven't really found a newish 2nd hand bike that appears good value. 

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now
Settings My Forum Content My Followed Content Forum Settings Ad Messages My Ads My Favourites My Saved Alerts My Pay Deals Help Logout