WRIGHTLIGHT Posted January 22, 2010 Posted January 22, 2010 Scott Spark 40 is still a winner.Would rather go Merida One Twenty 1000D than a pure race bike like the 96
Dustyman Posted January 22, 2010 Posted January 22, 2010 Anthem 3 is going for R17000 with fox on front and rear, the other components aren't the best, but at least you building on a good platform.
Slowbee Posted January 22, 2010 Posted January 22, 2010 i think you shouldnt listen to these guys ... they are biased. Go to a shop and try a bike and if you like it - see if you can find one second hand.
manbearpig Posted January 22, 2010 Posted January 22, 2010 Go see Brett Sachs. www.bikebay.co.za Maybe think of getting a proper second hand bike then a half proper new bike. Just a thought...
Regard Posted January 22, 2010 Posted January 22, 2010 thanks for the input. a friend recommend that I go for the Merida 96 1000. know it is a bit more' date=' but is it not worth the wait? would like to hear your thoughts.[/quote'] Can hook you up with a contact who will be able to get you a out of the box Merida 96 3500d? for 18k
vetkop Posted January 22, 2010 Author Posted January 22, 2010 don't know the 3500d; more information?
Slowbee Posted January 22, 2010 Posted January 22, 2010 vetkop, serious dude .. go and try ride as many bikes as you can. I am not sure when it will happen again - but there "ride before you buy"promotions where you can test bikes. maybe try hook up with hubbers at teak place or rietvlei and try the bikes. Its really critical to try the bikes before you buy. all the bikes the guys have mentioned are good - but only one will be good for you.
Regard Posted January 23, 2010 Posted January 23, 2010 Ag sorry vetkop was mistaken it with last years. It is the 96-3000d HSFThe bike:Full XTMagura brakesExcelent value for money
Chubba Posted January 23, 2010 Posted January 23, 2010 Hi Looked around for a while for a bike and settled on a Specialized Stumpjumper - read many reviews and compared to many bikes. For XC trail bike i recon it is close to tops.http://mountainbike.about.com/od/completebikereviews/gr/Special_06_SJ.htmhttp://www.bikeradar.com/gear/category/bikes/mountain/product/stumpjumper-pro-fsr120-09-us-33095http://www.bikeradar.com/gear/category/bikes/mountain/product/stumpjumper-fsr-elite-08-30053http://www.mtbr.com/cat/bikes/xc-suspensio/PLS_1526_912crx.aspxhttp://www.mtbr.com/cat/bikes/xc-suspensio/specialized/stumpjumper-fsr-comp/PRD_414809_1526crx.aspxhttp://www.mtbr.com/cat/bikes/xc-suspensio/specialized/stumpjumper-fsr/PRD_363309_1526crx.aspxhttp://bikemag.com/gear/bikes/9-12-08-tested-specialized-stumpjumper-fsr-pro/
jayz Posted January 24, 2010 Posted January 24, 2010 THe SCOTT SPARK 40 for sure. Although a bit over your budget,you will learn in this game especialy Xc that weight is almost everything. Granted there are other factors to but the Spark 40 is tops with the Xt. PLUS unlike other XC (not trail bikes) it has 3 modes of suspension with a full 110mm rear travel for rougher downhill tracks then 80mm for xc racing then full lockout for tar roads and less technical climbing. The others only have open and lock out. Also I (THINK) the spark 40 has the new TWIN loc system which is patented wherby with the one lever you can open and lock out both your front and rear shock simultaneously which makes it so much easier. Check it out.
Red Devil Posted January 25, 2010 Posted January 25, 2010 Cube AMS Comp, 20 gorillas well spent! http://www.cube-bike.co.za/index.php?option=com_content&view=category&layout=blog&id=16&Itemid=17
vetkop Posted February 10, 2010 Author Posted February 10, 2010 thanks for the assistance guys!! i took the scott, merida 120 and the merida 96 for test rides and decided that the Merida 96 1000 is the best value for money for me. i like the feel of the bike. pic below!
Noneking Posted February 10, 2010 Posted February 10, 2010 http://www.specialized-sa.co.za/contentarticle.php?art=68#FSRxcCompClearance sale on 2009 stock at Specialized dealers - some serious bargains!
Snoek Posted February 10, 2010 Posted February 10, 2010 If I was in your position I would save some cash and buy the Scott Spark 40. I know it comes in at R20K but it is by far the best buy of the lot. You will be sorry in a year?s time when realize that you made a mistake going for the ?cheap? option.
Dirty Twin Posted February 10, 2010 Posted February 10, 2010 I gather you guys are all informed and have great opinions and I know this questions pop-up regularly' date=' but I really would like to make an informed decision on buying my first dual suspension.<?: prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /> [/quote'] You have gotta be kidding me!!! Us, well informed no no only self opinionated (Spelling)
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