DJuice Posted April 13, 2021 Posted April 13, 2021 Damn that is pretty sexy as well. Who sells Orbea locally or did you import?Fluidlines, they focus more on the tri market. Bundu Ric 1
PhilipV Posted April 13, 2021 Posted April 13, 2021 Pivot Trail 429 I don't care what it weighs, take my money now! https://bikerumor.com/2021/02/23/pivot-trail-429-blurs-the-line-between-xc-aggressive-trail-with-new-frame-design/ http://bikerumor.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Pivot-Trail-429-Silver-Blue-mountain-bike-29-inch-2021-4.jpg?ezimgfmt=rs:696x486/rscb10/ng:webp/ngcb10Anyone who has lived with a DW Link bike will understand.
Steady Spin Posted April 13, 2021 Posted April 13, 2021 Anyone who has lived with a DW Link bike will understand. DW... enough said. PhilipV and Eddy Gordo 2
DieselnDust Posted April 13, 2021 Posted April 13, 2021 Thanks, I saw that one, however still does not tell me if they are good and value for money or not? I see they do offer a 10 year warranty. No looking for a complete bike, looking at a build project. Pivot Cycles was started by Chris Cochalis, the former owner and designer of Titus Bikes.Now anyon who was MTBing at the turn of the century will remember the Titus RacerX as one of the most iconic and best performing Horst Link suspension bike on the market. Chris sold Titus back in 2009/2010 and started Pivot Bikes in 2012. The pedigree is well established.The current range of bikes are highly desirable machines that get great reviews and have a very solid following over in the USA. I'd have one at the drop of a hat, especially the Mach 4 SL or even the 429 Trail Steady Spin and DJuice 2
DieselnDust Posted April 13, 2021 Posted April 13, 2021 Hi all, Cant seem to find any info on the forum regarding Pivot frames. So opinions / views on the Pivot? https://www.evobikes.co.za/product/pivot-mach-429sl-carbon-frameset-large/ I like not going with the norm, and looking into a bike build. The above Pivot frame really appeal to my liking. So bad idea or not? the frame you're looking is a discontinued model. The latest version is the one PhllipV posted. Its a beaut and a lot lighter than the outgoing bike
Bundu Ric Posted April 13, 2021 Author Posted April 13, 2021 GetStoked is no longer the agents and it seems according to Evo Bikes there is no agent currently in South Africa for Pivot. Very good frames. But value is not usually used when talking about Pivot. It's a boutique(ish) brand in the same bracket SC and the like.If you can afford them, and want something a bit more unique - go for it.Do a google on the frameset you are looking for, lots of reviews on PinkBike, Vital, etc. Nit a big brand locally, but you'll find lots of info internationally. Get Stoked is the distributor, they are solid, so your aftersales service will be good. DieselnDust 1
DieselnDust Posted April 13, 2021 Posted April 13, 2021 GetStoked is no longer the agents and it seems according to Evo Bikes there is no agent currently in South Africa for Pivot. No the low sales numbers didn't justify them keeping the agency. You can buy direct from Pivot though but then you may want to look at a few other brands as well like maybe Revel Bikes or Canfield or Intense
DJuice Posted April 13, 2021 Posted April 13, 2021 No the low sales numbers didn't justify them keeping the agency. You can buy direct from Pivot though but then you may want to look at a few other brands as well like maybe Revel Bikes or Canfield or IntenseLike those Revels!What do think of Spotbikes? DieselnDust 1
PhilipV Posted April 13, 2021 Posted April 13, 2021 Like those Revels!What do think of Spotbikes?Oooh yes please.
PhilipV Posted April 13, 2021 Posted April 13, 2021 GetStoked is no longer the agents and it seems according to Evo Bikes there is no agent currently in South Africa for Pivot. Maybe look at a Yeti SB100? Or SB130 if you want a trail bike?
DieselnDust Posted April 13, 2021 Posted April 13, 2021 Like those Revels!What do think of Spotbikes? The Mayhem is a beaut and ticks many boxes. It does look quite weighty though. Revel ranger and Pivot Trail 429 would be my boutique favourites. Would love to try either one out.MOre in reach is a Specialized Stumpjumper or Cannondale Habit DJuice 1
DieselnDust Posted April 13, 2021 Posted April 13, 2021 Maybe look at a Yeti SB100? Or SB130 if you want a trail bike? Have they solved the creaking Infinity link issues yet..i..? Danger Dassie 1
eala Posted April 13, 2021 Posted April 13, 2021 (edited) I considered a frame once but the extra boost rear spacing put me off .I would have to build a new wheel and get a hub .Consider Pyga .Good frames and reasonable priced .Even Transition frames will get my attention .Ibis ripmo or ripley also excellent frames Edited April 13, 2021 by eala
Bundu Ric Posted April 13, 2021 Author Posted April 13, 2021 Thanks but I am more in the R40k-R50k range for a new frame not a R100k plus Maybe look at a Yeti SB100? Or SB130 if you want a trail bike? DieselnDust and PhilipV 2
Wayne pudding Mol Posted April 13, 2021 Posted April 13, 2021 Here you goWhoa ! Who sells these, do they do frame only options ?
Bundu Ric Posted April 13, 2021 Author Posted April 13, 2021 ~Next stop would probably be Pyga, the Stage Max in black looks pretty sweet at a decent price point. eala and DieselnDust 2
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