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I'm an occasional rider that would like to get a bit more involved in riding trails & tracks, but cannot justify spending more than indicated (already pushing the boundary!)

I see some "nice" bikes on the site, but have no idea what is good or not...don't want to buy a bike that is too old, and also not sure whether I should buy Large or Medium (178cm, 85Kg and pushing 60 years, so therefore soft tail?). I also like the new trend of no derailleur in front... ðŸ™‚ 

Guidance/advice would be highly appreciated!

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  On 2/14/2022 at 8:00 AM, Manus Coetzee said:

I'm an occasional rider that would like to get a bit more involved in riding trails & tracks, but cannot justify spending more than indicated (already pushing the boundary!)

I see some "nice" bikes on the site, but have no idea what is good or not...don't want to buy a bike that is too old, and also not sure whether I should buy Large or Medium (178cm, 85Kg and pushing 60 years, so therefore soft tail?). I also like the new trend of no derailleur in front... ðŸ™‚ 

Guidance/advice would be highly appreciated!

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Hi Manus

You would be able to get a very decent Aluminum dual suspension bike for R20k, Carbon would be a stretch to get for that money.

I will keep an eye out for you in the classifieds and post it here if I see anything decent for R20k.

Edit:  You looking at a Medium for your length, you might consider large but that would be pushing the limits a bit.

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  On 2/14/2022 at 8:36 AM, CdT85 said:
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That's my problem...lots of options, but for an uninformed buyer the question is which one is good or a dud? 

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  On 2/14/2022 at 9:23 AM, Manus Coetzee said:

That's my problem...lots of options, but for an uninformed buyer the question is which one is good or a dud? 

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You'll ideally have to take it to a trusted mechanic or a mate who knows what he's doing and get it assessed before you buy. If you're in CT it's a service we offer, seller drops off with us, we assess, and you can then make an informed choice.

 

As a general rule, if the drivetrain's ok, you can budget around R 5k to get a full sus up and running again. Don't make the mistake of leaving the servicing, especially suspension, until it's too late.

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  On 2/14/2022 at 10:36 AM, RobertWhitehead said:

I've sold two M dual sus bikes for under R20k in the last few months. What you're currently doing is the right approach. If a bike holds up to the scrutiny of the hub police then you'll be in good shape. I will gladly assist in getting you sorted, send me a pm, I will help where I can

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Thanks will do. I need all the help I can get! 🙂

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I am more or less your size, just 2kg up on you and I ride a Medium Scott Genius, Nothing wrong with the older Scotts.

My bike started off as a 950 Genius, 2 x 10speed, I did the conversion to 1x11 XT, Upgraded the wheels to Rapide and added a 150mm Dropper post with a proper suspension fork - nothing more  is needed for most riding at my age.

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