Mr Mo Posted February 6 Posted February 6 Hi Everyone About to turn 40,over weight, trying to find something exciting to do than sitting on my couch or attending my kids school events. I have obviously tried other things but I keep going back to "cycling" whenever I go to the gym. I have now decided to start proper cycling but I was shocked to learn that Bicycles are not as cheap as I thought🙃. I almost bought one from Makro u till I read some helpful comments here. I wanted to check if anyone has an MTB bike they want to sell that is still in "good" condition. My budget is about R3000 - R5000. I have now learnt that proper second hand bikes cost more but maybe someone has something to offer. Please comment or message me if you have something like that. I'm determined to use this to live a healthy life style before going to Ozimpic way🙃 Mike Dewing and love2fly 1 1
ChrisF Posted February 6 Posted February 6 @RobertWhitehead is the go to person for this. Your height, i.e. frame size ? Wheel preferance ? 26" offers significantly better value for money At that price it will be a hart tail. Zebra and Mr Mo 1 1
Jensie Posted February 7 Posted February 7 Here is some suggestions. depends where you live, Give your height to estimate a bike size for you Just some suggestions, look for a bike with hydraulic brakes and a air fork. Any Shimano deore gears makes life a lot easier. You can convert the tyres to tubeless yourself as I did with YouTube. https://bikehub.co.za/classifieds/item/hardtail-mountain-bikes/784912/pre-owned-silverback-stride-10-m-bm10223-2013 https://bikehub.co.za/classifieds/item/hardtail-mountain-bikes/790873/gt-avalanche-10-mtb-size-m https://bikehub.co.za/classifieds/item/hardtail-mountain-bikes/791159/silverback-alphine-1-xt-discs-rockshox-air Mr Mo 1
Mike Dewing Posted February 7 Posted February 7 The second hand market at your price point and most people’s if we honest is good because you can get more for your money than buying new.. often waaaay more 👍🏻 it really is a buyers market at the moment.. take @ChrisF advise and speak to @RobertWhitehead Mr Mo 1
Mr Mo Posted February 7 Author Posted February 7 1 hour ago, Jensie said: Here is some suggestions. depends where you live, Give your height to estimate a bike size for you Just some suggestions, look for a bike with hydraulic brakes and a air fork. Any Shimano deore gears makes life a lot easier. You can convert the tyres to tubeless yourself as I did with YouTube. https://bikehub.co.za/classifieds/item/hardtail-mountain-bikes/784912/pre-owned-silverback-stride-10-m-bm10223-2013 https://bikehub.co.za/classifieds/item/hardtail-mountain-bikes/790873/gt-avalanche-10-mtb-size-m https://bikehub.co.za/classifieds/item/hardtail-mountain-bikes/791159/silverback-alphine-1-xt-discs-rockshox-air I'm 1.74 Tall, I weigh about 117kg,I stay in Gauteng - Glen Marais Thanks for the suggestions,will check them out
Titan Racing Bikes Posted February 7 Posted February 7 On a wider point, don't believe all the hype and overspend. Just get going first. You can always buy shiny fancy things later, but for now, stay within your means and just get going. It'll be tough to get going and to do it consistently - whether you're on a cheaper or more expensive bike. So first, build the habits and do it cause you love it. JacquesJ, ChrisF, Me rida my bicycle and 3 others 5 1
Mr Mo Posted February 7 Author Posted February 7 1 hour ago, Mike Dewing said: The second hand market at your price point and most people’s if we honest is good because you can get more for your money than buying new.. often waaaay more 👍🏻 it really is a buyers market at the moment.. take @ChrisF advise and speak to @RobertWhitehead I sent @RobertWhitehead a message,hopefully he will reply. Thanks for your comment Mike Dewing 1
Mr Mo Posted February 7 Author Posted February 7 12 hours ago, ChrisF said: @RobertWhitehead is the go to person for this. Your height, i.e. frame size ? Wheel preferance ? 26" offers significantly better value for money At that price it will be a hart tail. I'm 1.74 Tall, I weigh about 117kg,I stay in Gauteng - Glen Marais
Ispeed_V Posted February 7 Posted February 7 (edited) At OP. Does your budget of 3-5k include cost of Helmet etc or is it just for the bike? Edited February 7 by Ispeed_V
Mr Mo Posted February 7 Author Posted February 7 2 minutes ago, Ispeed_V said: At OP. Does your budget of 3-5k include cost of Helmet etc or is it just for the bike? Just a bike,will buy accessories after Ispeed_V 1
Ispeed_V Posted February 7 Posted February 7 Here's another possible option if you can stretch your budget a bit. Theres always room for negotiation on some items. Hopefully other hubbers can advise. Norco Storm 1 (M) | Hardtail Mountain Bikes | Bike Hub
Mike Dewing Posted February 7 Posted February 7 51 minutes ago, Mr Mo said: Someone wants to sell this for 6k,is it a good buy? Has Robert not got back to you yet.? Just wait if he hasn’t.. I would never buy a bike just looking at one picture, can’t see groupset, wear and tear etc.. can’t tell you if it’s a good buy or not.. promise you, don’t rush this.. it’ll end up costing you more.. Dusty and Mr Mo 2
Mr Mo Posted February 7 Author Posted February 7 28 minutes ago, Mike Dewing said: Has Robert not got back to you yet.? Just wait if he hasn’t.. I would never buy a bike just looking at one picture, can’t see groupset, wear and tear etc.. can’t tell you if it’s a good buy or not.. promise you, don’t rush this.. it’ll end up costing you more.. Robert has not contacted me yet,will wait for him first.
ChrisF Posted February 7 Posted February 7 8 hours ago, Mr Mo said: I'm 1.74 Tall, I weigh about 117kg,I stay in Gauteng - Glen Marais Okay, good start. At 1,75m I know that Medium in most brands will work for you. Though you are almost on the cusp between M and Large. Starting out the more upright position and general feel of the Medium will provide confidence to you. YES, a Medium in a 26" and a Medium in a 29" is close enough for your purposes. With the 26" just a lot cheaper, or rather much better value for money, Agree on previous posts, aim for: - airshock, though at this price a decent damper shock will be good enough - 1x11 (one gear in the front and 11 at the back) offers excellent value for money !! and very reliable and cost effective parts. Even a 1x10 might serve you very well - speak to Robert about what brake options he has .... O-yes, Robert is on your side of the river .... ENJOY love2fly and Mr Mo 2
Arie Harris Posted February 7 Posted February 7 Just me 2c, don't get a Makro/Game special. Spend some and get a decent brand hardtail. mikkelz, ChrisF, Zebra and 2 others 4 1
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