Which MTB for a 150kg guy

[droo]

On 8/27/2022 at 6:36 PM, Jewbacca said:

I'd go against the grain and say first you need wheels that can withstand 150kg

Then you need a frame and forks.

I'd look at a rapide steel frame;

https://www.rapide.co.za/product/rapide-tigre-29-ht/

That plus the super strong wheels and bits. I would also say do it right. 

4 pot brakes;

https://bikehub.co.za/classifieds/item/mountain-bike-brakes/578871/sram-guide-rs-brakes

Forks;

https://bikehub.co.za/classifieds/item/mountain-bike-forks/581119/29-rockshox-pike-140mm-excellent-condition

Might land up a touch over 20k but if you get the right wheels, this setup will be super capable.

The most important part is the wheels. Seriously. 150kg is a whole lot bigger than most wheels are specced for and the wrong wheels will taco, buckle and bend.

A fat bike might also be a good starter

Listen to the Wookie. Sturdy wheels, a 34mm (at least) fork - Suntour do a few that won't break the bank - and a decent hardtail frame.

Anyone suggesting a marathon bike - forget. At 150kg those pivots will be toast in a matter of months, if not weeks. And Crests - the less said about those the better, even for okes half that size.

[Iwan Kemp]

 

On 8/27/2022 at 1:25 PM, Steady Spin said:

Add some specs to that advert. 

 

On 8/27/2022 at 12:44 PM, TVS Cycles said:

Good day.

we have this XXL bike that we recon can work for him 

https://bikehub.co.za/classifieds/item/hardtail-mountain-bikes/577584/merida-big9-xt-edition-xxl

 

Thanks

TVS

 

Sure, this is not the place, but while I'm here...

Yes, add some specs to your ads. FULL specs in detail. And then add:

1. What is an "amazing fork"
2. Model Year of the bike?
3. OE spec or any upgrades done?
4. When last was it serviced?
5. Was it a full service?
6. What was replaced during said service?
7. Tubed / Tubeless?

 

[Cardio Goth]

It might also help to look at ebike-specced wheelsets. I think there are a few that have weight limits > 120-130kgs.

[esCape-ist]

16 minutes ago, Iwan Kemp said:

 

 

Sure, this is not the place, but while I'm here...

Yes, add some specs to your ads. FULL specs in detail. And then add:

1. What is an "amazing fork"
2. Model Year of the bike?
3. OE spec or any upgrades done?
4. When last was it serviced?
5. Was it a full service?
6. What was replaced during said service?
7. Tubed / Tubeless?

 

1. Should read: Was a pretty decent fork back in 2013 when it was launched, but is probably now in need of a complete rebuild.