2014 Rockhopper Pro evo vs 2012 Momsen AL529

[ravz86]

Hi Everyone

 

So I know Im going back in time here, though if you are familiar what are your thoughts on these bikes in terms of a preference.

I currently have the Rockhopper and may buy the Momsen 529 . I like these older MTb's. I prefer the gearing as many of the newer ones are the 1 X systems. And just the general value for money rather than splashing out on a new bike.

Im currently training offroad but I am going to do the Ride JHB 97km road event with one of these bikes.

 

 

[Steady Spin]

I'd keep the Rockhopper and upgrade some components. Lighter wheels and tyres comes to mind. 

What components do you currently have and what is on the Momsen that attracts you to it? 

[ravz86]

2 hours ago, Steady Spin said:

I'd keep the Rockhopper and upgrade some components. Lighter wheels and tyres comes to mind. 

What components do you currently have and what is on the Momsen that attracts you to it? 

So I know the Rockhopper range is sort of the entry level bicycles from Specialized wheras the Momsen 529 is like the mid  - level bikes from Momsen. Or thats how it used to be..

Was just curious to check if anyone had any experience with these bikes.

Here are some specs of the Rockhopper pro evo

FRAME- Specialized A1 Premium Aluminum, Trail 29er Geometry, fully butted w/ tapered headtube, forged dropouts, replaceable alloy derailleur hanger

FORK- RockShox XC32

FRONT DERAILLEUR -SRAM X5, 10-speed 2X10

REAR DERAILLEUR -SRAM X7 Type 2, 10-speed,

RIMS -RH Disc 29"", alloy double-wall, 26mm, pin joint, 32h

Edited November 2, 2022 by ravz86

[dasilvarsa]

3 hours ago, Steady Spin said:

I'd keep the Rockhopper and upgrade some components. Lighter wheels and tyres comes to mind. 

What components do you currently have and what is on the Momsen that attracts you to it? 

Like He Said

[Nico van Loggerenberg]

Pick the frame that you like best and put good components on it. Easy.