Help please! So confused what Scott to buy ...

[Kerry-Lyn]

Hi ... I am looking at buying my first decent(ish) bike.  An upgrade from my current Liv - which I don't enjoy at all.  I am looking at a Momsen or a Scott.  However there are SO many different models on the market that I am getting confused.  My budget is R18k for a 29er, medium, hardtail or dual (dual might be out of my price range?). And it needs to be light so that I can carry it easily across rivers etc.  Do I buy a well maintained 10 year old bike with great specs, or a newer pre loved bike with entry level specs? What are the pro's and cons.  I am currently looking at a 2014 Scott 910.  What Scott models would you suggest I narrow my search down too?  Or Momsen? Thanks

[El Duderino]

This is the worst place to come if you're confused. Someone will come along shortly to tell you to buy a Merida not a Scott, or a Cannondale. Another will tell you you can buy a brand new Titan for that price etc. 

If you really want an old second hand fiets,  there's a guy on here, Bob Whitehead, @RobertWhitehead. Chat to him. He gives great advice and often has second hand bikes he has restored to a decent level. Otherwise you'll end spending double your budget on a brand new Titan Racing bike or a downhill bike. 

Edited 1 hour ago by El Duderino
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