Looking at purchasing a Hardtail...

[Klappertjie]

Thanks for the comments guys.

 

I'm researching as I go along. When do the new range (2011) of bikes come in? I'm not particularly looking for a new bike, but guess stores will be clearing older stock at reduced prices before bringing in new stock.

 

 

 

 

[covie]

youll only be able to get 2009 bikes for discounted prices 2011 stuff will only be launched in 2011

[covie]

Hi Guys' date='I'm new to the forum and have spent many hours reading all sorts of interesting posts.I'm interested in buying a hardtail and would like to keep my 'school fees' down to a minimum. Would all those in the know and or those that have 'been there done that' guide me...I currently have a budget of R5000 - R7000 and I'm open to suggestions. I would also consider second hand. (A! Size - Large)Thanks!

 

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I had a lengthy post but darn browser crashed , so here is a summary.

 

 

 

 

 

I have seen many friends/ people buy a bike and 6 months later are looking at upgrading.

 

so what i always say is buy best value and components you can first time round.

 

 

 

I recommend 1.. air shock 2.. hydraulic disc brakes .

 

Then you can look at components ,ie sx xt xtr etc .

 

I find that air shocks for a beginner often get overlooked, and they add a great deal to ride comfort and control same with hydraulic disks even lower entry hydraulic disks stop better than a cable one .

 

This is my opinion by the way..

 

 

 

Next , often you can buy last year or older model bikes for a lot lot less than current models so you can get a better specced bike for a lot less.

 

Some guys like having the latest and get a less specced current bike than an older higher specced .

 

 

 

Thirdly . 2nd hand .

 

You can score here so long as you do a bit of research etc

 

often guys really look after their stuff and you can get a lot of better components that are used .

 

 

 

Next , what kind of bike do you like setup wise ie cross country , race stance etc. the ride before you buy event helped me change my mind on a bike that i had my heart set on.

 

Try sit on a few different bikes to get a feel for their stances , and see what you like.

 

Try test ride if you can .. hope this may help a little bit

 

 

 

 

 

ps i have a hard tail (maybe )for sale . Has done a few races and has just clocked 1000km on it . good condition

 

 

 

LARGE 2008 raleigh rm7 carbon/alloy hybrid

 

 

 

Frame: HC Concept with Kinesis SuperlightAlloy and Carbon Tail / Fork: Rock Shox RebaRace 85mm / Shimano LX Groupset with XTRear Derailleur / DT Swiss X1800 Wheelset/ Shimano LX Disc Brake

 

new geax tires on her..

 

 

 

 

 

 

If this is your summary i'd hate to read a report that you authored.covie2010-06-08 08:54:40

[Klappertjie]

Hi Guys' date='I'm new to the forum and have spent many hours reading all sorts of interesting posts.I'm interested in buying a hardtail and would like to keep my 'school fees' down to a minimum. Would all those in the know and or those that have 'been there done that' guide me...I currently have a budget of R5000 - R7000 and I'm open to suggestions. I would also consider second hand. (A! Size - Large)Thanks!
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I had a lengthy post but darn browser crashed , so here is a summary.


I have seen many friends/ people buy a bike and 6 months later are looking at upgrading.
so what i always say is buy best value and components you can first time round.

I recommend 1.. air shock 2.. hydraulic disc brakes .
Then you can look at components ,ie sx xt xtr etc .
I find that air shocks for a beginner often get overlooked, and they add a great deal to ride comfort and control same with hydraulic disks even lower entry hydraulic disks stop better than a cable one .
This is my opinion by the way..

Next , often you can buy last year or older model bikes for a lot lot less than current models so you can get a better specced bike for a lot less.
Some guys like having the latest and get a less specced current bike than an older higher specced .

Thirdly . 2nd hand .
You can score here so long as you do a bit of research etc
often guys really look after their stuff and you can get a lot of better components that are used .

Next , what kind of bike do you like setup wise ie cross country , race stance etc. the ride before you buy event helped me change my mind on a bike that i had my heart set on.
Try sit on a few different bikes to get a feel for their stances , and see what you like.
Try test ride if you can .. hope this may help a little bit


ps i have a hard tail (maybe )for sale . Has done a few races and has just clocked 1000km on it . good condition

LARGE 2008 raleigh rm7 carbon/alloy hybrid

Frame: HC Concept with Kinesis SuperlightAlloy and Carbon Tail / Fork: Rock Shox RebaRace 85mm / Shimano LX Groupset with XTRear Derailleur / DT Swiss X1800 Wheelset/ Shimano LX Disc Brake
new geax tires on her..

If this is your summary i'd hate to read a report that you authored.

 

 Thanks for a great post KiNgL - I guess (maybe) is if the price is right?

[KiNgL]

@ klappertjie Always open to offers

 

you never know...

 

 

 

@ covie .. lol ya sometimes i do tend to be long winded

[covie]

Sorry Brad890' date=' missed your post.  I have had a look at the Silverbacks, they look great! I have been scouting are for a second hand one but they seem to be few and far between. I guess the guys that have them want to hold onto them. [/quote']

There was a post earlier today a guy letting a sierra go for 4k, not sure about the year model or status of the bike but definitly worth having a look mate.

[Weight Weenie]

Klapper have a look at the o bike sale lots of 09 hardtails at great prices.

 

ie. GT Zaskar elite with recon sl air fork and nice slx group think its about R8500