Dwergie007 Posted July 12, 2021 Posted July 12, 2021 Hi everybody, I have never done mountain biking before. My main reason for wanting to start the sport are twofold, one for the obvious reason exercise and secondly to get out of the house and enjoy an activity with the wife. I cannot see us getting overly competitive or doing crazy difficult or technical trails with the wife. I do not want to go rob a bank to buy two bikes for us, but also know that buying cheap might and most probably will cost more in the long run. My budget per bike is about R7k. The big problem it seems is getting frames for us as we both need a 17” to 18” frame as we both are only 1,7m tall. What complicates things for me is that I weigh 130kg. I am built like a juggernaut Looking at bikes it is clear we will only be able to get hard tails in this price range, and I am fine with that. I have no problem buying 2nd hand, but you never know what you are buying so a new purchase will always be my 1st choice. Any advice and wise words would be greatly appreciated.
Longbarn Killer Posted July 12, 2021 Posted July 12, 2021 Went through a similar exercise looking for a bike for my son. Sadly, R7k does not get you much. Bike prices have simply sky rocketed of late. I was fortunate enough to have picked up a really well looked after second hand bike for R5 500. They are there, but you have to find them. I agree with you, new is a better option for people new to the sport. The bike shop will make sure they are set up and of course you get a warranty. For your budget, value for money is your primary concern. Brands that offer this are Titan (probably the best at the moment), Silverback, Merida and Axis. Many people won't agree with me, but Avalanche also has some good value propositions. Dwergie007 1
BF Posted July 12, 2021 Posted July 12, 2021 at your budget definitely check out decathlon Dwergie007 1
Dwergie007 Posted July 12, 2021 Author Posted July 12, 2021 What bikes would we need if we just want to do "normal" trails at let's say at Red Door Barn and other likewise places for fitness?
Darko Posted July 12, 2021 Posted July 12, 2021 If you can stretch a little bit, you can get a brand new Rockhopper. If you're buying two, you might be able to get close to your budget. https://www.specialized.com/za/en/rockhopper-29/p/184115?color=291598-184115 Dwergie007 1
TNT1 Posted July 13, 2021 Posted July 13, 2021 I would offer my two cents, but I see you are looking for serious advice. Dwergie007, AdamA and Fork-it 1 2
dasilvarsa Posted July 13, 2021 Posted July 13, 2021 (edited) The Problem at the Moment is Stock This is good advice if you can get them. https://www.specialized.com/za/en/rockhopper-29/p/184115?color=291598-184115 Edited July 13, 2021 by dasilvarsa Dwergie007 1
Jensie Posted July 13, 2021 Posted July 13, 2021 Reflex 29er 1 Frame: 29 Alloy Tubing – internal gear cable Fork: Coil L/Out | 100mm Travel Stem: Avalanche Alloy 31.8mm | H42 | R: 7° |Length 80 mm Handlebar: Avalanche Alloy 31.8 mm | 720mm | back sweep 7° Seat post: Avalanche Alloy 30.9 mm | 300mm Saddle: Avalanche custom sport Cassette: 11-50T Crank: Alloy – 170mm -32T Gears: 1 x 11 Brakes: Hydraulic Disc Wheels: Double wall Alloy Black Q/R Colour: Blue / Orange Sizes: 18″, 20″, 22″ RRP: 7 995.00 Dwergie007 1
Jensie Posted July 13, 2021 Posted July 13, 2021 Almost at your price point with hydraulic brakes and 11speed. the specialized is 8speeds and mechanical brakes which is not so great. CPT MTBer, _David_ and Dwergie007 3
Jensie Posted July 13, 2021 Posted July 13, 2021 These is also worth looking at...decent bikes https://bikehub.co.za/classifieds/item/hardtail-mountain-bikes/480921/titan-racing https://bikehub.co.za/classifieds/item/hardtail-mountain-bikes/477116/mint-titan-calypso-trail-29er-small https://bikehub.co.za/classifieds/item/hardtail-mountain-bikes/482375/titan-racing-series-comp-mtb-s29-rockshox-slx Dwergie007 1
Jensie Posted July 13, 2021 Posted July 13, 2021 When you do buy your bikes please go for a setup. Riding your bike for +1hour can be hell if you are not setup correctly. Just enjoy the riding and in the beginning don't pressure yourselves with speed and distance. Just ride and enjoy _David_ and Dwergie007 2
_David_ Posted July 13, 2021 Posted July 13, 2021 19 hours ago, Dwergie007 said: Looking at bikes it is clear we will only be able to get hard tails in this price range, and I am fine with that. I have no problem buying 2nd hand, but you never know what you are buying so a new purchase will always be my 1st choice. Nothing wrong with a hardtail, Mountain Biking doesn't have to cost an arm and a leg to be fun. Dwergie007 1
TNT1 Posted July 13, 2021 Posted July 13, 2021 6 hours ago, dasilvarsa said: The Problem at the Moment is Stock This is good advice if you can get them. https://www.specialized.com/za/en/rockhopper-29/p/184115?color=291598-184115 Mechanical discs at that price? Insanity. Dwergie007 1
Rolf Hansen Posted July 13, 2021 Posted July 13, 2021 18 minutes ago, TNT1 said: Mechanical discs at that price? Insanity. Mechanical discs, Tourney rear derailleur and Suntour XCE coil fork... TNT1 and Dwergie007 2
Psyrax Posted July 13, 2021 Posted July 13, 2021 Kudos for starting MTB and for asking for advise. Second hand bikes might be a better option. As stated above, you might need to stretch your budget a tad. Is your budget only for the bikex or helmets as well - as that is the most important? Also a second hand bike might give you the option of upgrading slowly. And please dont buy a bike from a retail store such as Makro, etc. You are new to the sport and we dont want you to learn the hard way. See if you can maybe meet someone from the this Hub in your area. Thats the best way to learn. Good luck and welcome. CPT MTBer and Dwergie007 2
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