EwanMcTeagle Posted June 29, 2023 Share So I haven't seen this asked in a while - what would be a maximum local content (i.e. manufactured in ZA) build for a down country / trail bike ? The thinking is to build around a Pyga Mobu frame, but it would be great to hear opinions on how far the rest can go. Between cSixx and South Industries we could definitely get wheels, some drivetrain and a fair bit of finishing kit done. Note sure how much of their portfolio Lyne builds locally (e.g. their droppers), and of course I am definitely missing others. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AkwA Posted June 30, 2023 Share Should be able to do everything other than derailleur, shifter, tyres and suspension, not too sure on pedals. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jewbacca Posted June 30, 2023 Share Things probably not available that would be 'made in SA' Groupset including brakes Saddle Dropper Grips Pedals C-Sixx, South Wheels and Pyga would probably cover almost everything else. I'm not 100% sure the small batch carbon stuff like bars are made locally though It seems an unnecessarily expensive, complex problem, but if you can afford it, quite a fun one I guess. I'd definitely support Lyne for the miscellaneous missing bits like a dropper and grips, then just apply common sense with the groupo and pedals. Enjoy, good luck and post pictures Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
babse Posted June 30, 2023 Share Sounds expensive but good luck. definitely share pikchasĀ š¤ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wannabe Posted June 30, 2023 Share Don't forget about Wayne at Rapide. Not sure how many of his offerings are "local" though.Ā Ā Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thebob Posted June 30, 2023 Share Have a chat with Barry from Pyga, he'll help lighten your walletĀ š Mtree, babse and Chadvdw67 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super Sywurm Posted June 30, 2023 Share Yes, Rapide. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nick_the_wheelbuilder Posted June 30, 2023 Share As far as I know, South Industries are the only guys who make rims in SA. cSixx import their rims. Mtree and Lynskey 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
splat Posted June 30, 2023 Share Interesting that this popped up yesterday: https://off.road.cc/content/feature/south-african-mtb-brands-you-should-know-12853 nick_the_wheelbuilder 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jewbacca Posted June 30, 2023 Share 4 hours ago, Super Sywurm said: Yes, Rapide. Pretty sure almost none of the Rapide catalogue is manufactured in SA. It's a comprehensive catalogue but I'd hazard a guess it's imported to order Danger Dassie 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super Sywurm Posted June 30, 2023 Share 1 hour ago, Jewbacca said: Pretty sure almost none of the Rapide catalogue is manufactured in SA. It's a comprehensive catalogue but I'd hazard a guess it's imported to order Frame is made in Taiwancand I assume the parts are imported.Ā Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fred van Vlaanderen Posted June 30, 2023 Share Love this idea.Ā Ā If it was me, this is how I would do it: Mobu, Lyne carbon handlebar 31.8, Csixx Stem, Csixx custom headset top cap, Sram Eagle shifters, Sram DB8 brakes, Csixx chainring, Csixx Trail chain guide, Csixx derailleur cage and jockey wheels, South Industries wheels, Lyne dropper (or Csixx if you can get your hands on oneā¦ yes, they make them, but not yet offering to publicā¦ not yet), Maxxis rubber, Shimano pedals, Cushcore pro inserts.Ā Ā If you go down this route, do share pics so we can all drool and admire the local produce.Ā Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jewbacca Posted June 30, 2023 Share 2 hours ago, Super Sywurm said: Frame is made in Taiwancand I assume the parts are imported.Ā The first line specifies 'Manufactured in SA', hence my questioning it. Ā Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EwanMcTeagle Posted June 30, 2023 Share 10 hours ago, splat said: Interesting that this popped up yesterday: https://off.road.cc/content/feature/south-african-mtb-brands-you-should-know-12853 That is quite a coincidence Looks like we are all thinking along similar lines here - nice research project for now, hopefully to turn into a reality soon ! splat 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meezo Posted July 1, 2023 Share Here's something the guys at pedal project done a while back https://pedalproject.co.za/sadreambike/ Fred van Vlaanderen 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SwissVan Posted July 1, 2023 Share Whatās a down country build / bike asking for a friendā¦.. Wannabe 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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