_BBi Posted July 24, 2007 Posted July 24, 2007 Time to retire my old MTB. Narrowed down my choice of new bike to one of these 2. Mostly love doing enduro type events +- 60km on weekends, and also multi stage events like the Sabie Experience. Take the races not to seriously. Anybody got some ideas which one? Stumpjumper:http://www.bicycling.co.za/images/bbg/bikes_pics/600_Specialized_Stumpjumper.jpg ../../images/bikebuyers/nobike.gif -->Specialized Stumpjumper FSR ExpertType of Bike: All MTB Full SuspensionModel: Stumpjumper FSR ExpertPrice: R26,000.00Extra:Frame: M5 aluminium 120mm travelFork/Suspention: Fox Talas RL, 100-140mm, lock outWheels: DT Rims, Shimano M-525 DiscComponents: SRAM X9, X0, Shimano XT, Avid Juicy 7 Epic:http://www.bicycling.co.za/images/bbg/bikes_pics/597_Specialized_EpicFSRComp.jpg ../../images/bikebuyers/nobike.gif -->Specialized Epic FSR CompType of Bike: Full Suspension Racing Mountain BikesModel: Epic FSR CompPrice: R20,750.00Extra:Frame: M5 aluminium, hollow Aluminium shock linkFork/Suspention: Fox F100 RL 100mm, Lock-outWheels: DT Rims , w Shimano M-525 disc HubsComponents: SRAM X7, X9, Truvativ, Avid Juicy 5 Brakes _BBi2007-08-30 03:57:04
fandacious Posted July 24, 2007 Posted July 24, 2007 If you dont take racing seriously, why fork out 20k? I dont take mtb seriously either (its a way of keeping fit in winter) and I spent 4k on my MTB. I still do very well in all the MTB races I do, but theres no way i'm gonna throw 20k at a MTB. To quote someone (in)famous - "Its not about the bike"
NotSoBigBen Posted July 24, 2007 Posted July 24, 2007 Tough choice between the 2 Specialized's but I wouldn't get a Raleigh! Personally I would take the Epic (Yes I do ride one now!). Very very nice.
Thug Posted July 24, 2007 Posted July 24, 2007 Why don't you have a look at the Santa Cruz Superlight. Mikes Bikes in Greenside currently has one for around R 26 k, but can be tailored to meet your specific requirements.
_BBi Posted July 24, 2007 Author Posted July 24, 2007 If you dont take racing seriously' date=' why fork out 20k? I dont take mtb seriously either (its a way of keeping fit in winter) and I spent 4k on my MTB. I still do very well in all the MTB races I do, but theres no way i'm gonna throw 20k at a MTB. To quote someone (in)famous - "Its not about the bike"[/quote'] I know, but they look so nicely. It is closer to art that a bike sometimes for me. Seriously, I do not mind spending that much as I would ride it for the next 5-7 years like I rode my Trek 4500. But you make a good point in any case.
fandacious Posted July 24, 2007 Posted July 24, 2007 aaah... so its about the bling factor.. well why didnt u say so? Well in that case, get the shiniest most-porno looking one
_BBi Posted July 24, 2007 Author Posted July 24, 2007 Tough choice between the 2 Specialized's but I wouldn't get a Raleigh! Personally I would take the Epic (Yes I do ride one now!). Very very nice. I read a lot on the suspension of the MTB's (because my current bike does not have a back shock (or for that matter a front shock - can only press it in 2 cm on the RST). Does the "brain" technology on the Specialized be felt or is that more a "gimmick"?
NotSoBigBen Posted July 24, 2007 Posted July 24, 2007 IMHO - Stumpjumper = more bling, better for a variety of riding, Epic = more a XC/Marathon bike (i.e. great for Sabie experience type riding!) BUT that is only in my personal opinion! I wouldn't get a Raleigh or one those Raleigh wannabees (i.e. Santa's cruiser etc.)
NotSoBigBen Posted July 24, 2007 Posted July 24, 2007 Yip I can feel (and hear) the brain working! Is it the best of both worlds as it has been stated? I am not sure but as an overall XC/Marathon bike it performs very well.
_BBi Posted July 24, 2007 Author Posted July 24, 2007 I have made up my mind to get one of these Specialized bikes, so do not warry BigBen.
dirtrider Posted July 24, 2007 Posted July 24, 2007 Just get a decent single pivot design . Get a Raleigh .
NotSoBigBen Posted July 24, 2007 Posted July 24, 2007 DR - I whipped your arse on both that old Raleigh as well as that new army bike of yours! It may not have been about the bike though! Ok ok so you were next to the road assisting damsels in distress, that's a good excuse! _BBi_ - Good decision!
Thug Posted July 24, 2007 Posted July 24, 2007 Just remember that although they might be 2007 bikes, both of those Specialized's are "OLD" models and will be replaced by totally new bikes in Sept / Oct for the 2008 season. BigBen is just jealous about the "Blingness" of the Santa Cruz
NotSoBigBen Posted July 24, 2007 Posted July 24, 2007 Thug - Sure with all that ueber OTT kit you been putting on lately, bit like putting 20inch mags on a Camry I think but whatever blows your hair back
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