Advice on Dual Suspension Bike

[DieselnDust]

34 minutes ago, StaticX said:

Hi Everyone

Once again for all the feedback and advise.

Currently waiting on feedback from the sellers on some more details.

All the bikes are large frames, I'm 1.85m.

Regarding the Trek, its black with red stickers, but it seems to be 2x gearing. I asked the seller to confirm the groupset setup.

I should maybe take more time on this and see what else comes up for sale in the next few weeks, luckily there is no hurry.

Its just difficult knowing what to look for when you don't know the parts, i google the parts when i read the marketplace ads to get some sort of information and then also comparison reviews

The trek is a the smallest Large in that group. That’s mostly due to its age than anything else. I don’t think it will be too small for you at all but it will require a 70-80mm stem to fit you which won’t go down well with the fashion police 

[love2fly]

16 hours ago, DieselnDust said:

The Trek is the most versatile bike in the posted selection. The Pyga is nice but heavy and heavier than the Trek (which is also alloy I assume) 

Something to watch out for with the Pyga 110 29 alloy frames is that they crack on the seat tube below the top rocker link cradle. Make sure you insure the bike if you opt for it.

How does insurance cover a frame failure if it's not caused through an accident?

Carbon Trek Top Fuels are known to fail in the same place. Happened to my brother and warrantees without quibble into a new Suoercaliber.

[DieselnDust]

31 minutes ago, love2fly said:

How does insurance cover a frame failure if it's not caused through an accident?

Carbon Trek Top Fuels are known to fail in the same place. Happened to my brother and warrantees without quibble into a new Suoercaliber.

What he says 👇🏼

25 minutes ago, BaGearA said:

If its mentioned beforehand and you're covered for all risk then why not 

 

I claimed a frame in 2016 that broke and i was not the original owner , paid out no fuss 

 

[love2fly]

31 minutes ago, BaGearA said:

If its mentioned beforehand and you're covered for all risk then why not 

 

I claimed a frame in 2016 that broke and i was not the original owner , paid out no fuss 

5 years ago my frame cracked. Insurance and Ombud rejected claim on basis that it wasn't accident-induced but "wear and tear" Santam via a broker....  Frame replaced under warranty.

My bikes are insured and specified ....

[Headshot]

I second the - more modern geo and sizing vs older with fancy components - like what Bob said. The very modern slacker than 64deg enduro bikes have little place in SA terrain. Longer is also not always better from a trail riding point of view and bigger bikes don't corner was well or easily as slightly shorter bikes. 

That said, you'd get used to anything and adapt to whatever you get within reason. 

[love2fly]

19 minutes ago, DieselnDust said:

What he says 👇🏼

 

Lifted from my Cyclesure policy document.....

"An unexpected and unforeseen event. It can be a single incident, or series of incidents
related to the same cause, that results in loss of or damage to your cycling equipment."

Edited April 8, 2024 by love2fly

[DieselnDust]

16 minutes ago, love2fly said:

Lifted from my Cyclesure policy document.....

"An unexpected and unforeseen event. It can be a single incident, or series of incidents
related to the same cause, that results in loss of or damage to your cycling equipment."

Is that under exclusions ? If so then you need to shop around for a better all risks cover. Santam is no longer the leader. In fact I’m having several issues with santam, one that might go all the way to court

[love2fly]

8 minutes ago, DieselnDust said:

Is that under exclusions ? If so then you need to shop around for a better all risks cover. Santam is no longer the leader. In fact I’m having several issues with santam, one that might go all the way to court

Nope, that's the Insured Event definition.

The claim that got warranteed was rejected by .....Santam....

[StaticX]

Hi Guys

Okay so majority of the biks so far have been 2015 to 2017 specs, the Pyga i found out today is a 2012.

What bikes would you guys advise to look out for in the R20k to R30k mark when looking for a more modern bike?

[DieselnDust]

1 hour ago, StaticX said:

Hi Guys

Okay so majority of the biks so far have been 2015 to 2017 specs, the Pyga i found out today is a 2012.

What bikes would you guys advise to look out for in the R20k to R30k mark when looking for a more modern bike?

There’s a few titan cyphers in that price range  2nd hand

[DieselnDust]

https://bikehub.co.za/classifieds/item/dual-suspension-bikes/700838/titan-racing-cypher-rs-carbon-elite-large

[Robbie Stewart]

https://bike-addict.co.za/products/titan-skyrim-dash-2024?pr_prod_strat=e5_desc&pr_rec_id=d065f73d8&pr_rec_pid=9075364430121&pr_ref_pid=9075172573481&pr_seq=uniform

R37990




https://bike-addict.co.za/collections/dual-suspensions/products/titan-cypher-rs-dash-2024?_pos=21&_fid=6b316d815&_ss=c


R33990

[Giant Bicycles South Africa]

On 4/6/2024 at 9:05 PM, StaticX said:

Good Day All

So im currently looking at three options thats for sale but i just dont know what option to go for and what options has the best setup.

I'm new into cycling but this would be to spend more time with my son and to start riding weekend trails.

Below is the details i have on each 

Option 1)

Pyga oneten 29

Gearing: 1x11 SRAM GX

Dropper Post: Yes

Frame Material: Aluminum

Front shock: MRP 130mm

Rear shock: ROCK SHOX Monarc RT3

tyres: brand new MAXXIS Ardent

 

 

Option 2:

2017 TREK FUEL EX 8

Fork - Fox Rhythm 34 Float, Grip adjustable damper, E2 tapered steerer, Boost110, G2 Geometry w/51mm offset, 130mm travel

Rear suspension - Fox Performance Float EVOL, RE:aktiv 3-position damper, tuned by Trek Suspension Lab, 210x52.5mm

Groupset - Shimano deore xt

 

Option 3:

Specialized Enduro Carbon

SRAM 12 speed

Fork - Rock Shox Solo Air 160

Rear Suspension - Crane Creek DBinline

Seat Popper

Drop us an inbox message and we'll happily help you make your decision 

[Baracuda]

Not sure of the prices but don't completely discount the Pyga 110, especially if it comes with decent parts and suspension.

After all of these nasty comments, just a note that I have ridden one for 10 years, everything from Berg 'n Bush to Western Cape Enduros (with a 140mm fork), at times weighing close on 100kgs and it is fine. I was in Morzine (French Alps) last year for a week with a group of South Africans and while most of us rented DH bikes, two of the youngsters were on Pyga 110s, flying off 6-8 foot drops the whole week, hammering down all the DH routes, without any issues.

The bike is old, the head angle is a little steep by modern standards, but if you can pick up one with good components, (not the awful SRAM SX on some other bikes suggested above), it may be worth it.

[Titan Racing Bikes]

12 hours ago, Robbie Stewart said:

https://bike-addict.co.za/products/titan-skyrim-dash-2024?pr_prod_strat=e5_desc&pr_rec_id=d065f73d8&pr_rec_pid=9075364430121&pr_ref_pid=9075172573481&pr_seq=uniform

R37990




https://bike-addict.co.za/collections/dual-suspensions/products/titan-cypher-rs-dash-2024?_pos=21&_fid=6b316d815&_ss=c


R33990

Thanks for the mention. Both are great options! 

[Nickyr]

I would recommend looking at something from Titan racing. I believe they represent great value at your price point!