Giant205 Posted January 8, 2011 Posted January 8, 2011 I am 205cm tall and weigh 140kg and want to buy a new road and mountain bike. Sounds simple doesn't it BUT here is my dilema, I have been to five shops and have had as many suggestions as to what brand to buy. Thus I am very confused as to what bike brand to buy. I need a brand that can take my height and weight that wont break hubs, spokes and frames. Any suggestion??
Weight Weenie Posted January 8, 2011 Posted January 8, 2011 I'd say what you need to do is to buy a bike and get a reputable wheel builder to build you wheels to your specification that will last considering you weight.
LazyTrailRider Posted January 8, 2011 Posted January 8, 2011 I agree with WW, the brand is pretty much irrelevant here... Look at getting the correct size frame, and then focus on: 1) A solid set of wheels (most important)2) Strong (heavy) bars3) Strong (heavy) seatpost The rest of the components you'll be able to get away with in standard form.
Weight Weenie Posted January 8, 2011 Posted January 8, 2011 Oh and strong pedal axles and cranks are a must, they will bear allot of weight and also check the saddle rails so they are a strong metal. I'd recommend an aluminum frame dual suspension as it will help the bike cope and take some strain off it. Also a 15/20mm axle at the front wheel will be much stiffer and handle better, same for the rear wheels. UST would also be a must - UST tyre and UST rim.
HeartCoppi Posted January 8, 2011 Posted January 8, 2011 You are in the Western Cape,... so go see FDuToit in the Tygervalley area. He is a Master Bicycle builder.
FrancoisC Posted January 8, 2011 Posted January 8, 2011 I am 205cm tall and weigh 140kg and want to buy a new road and mountain bike. Sounds simple doesn't it BUT here is my dilema, I have been to five shops and have had as many suggestions as to what brand to buy. Thus I am very confused as to what bike brand to buy. I need a brand that can take my height and weight that wont break hubs, spokes and frames. Any suggestion?? Harly Davidson?Suzuki Boulevard?
Aggies Posted January 8, 2011 Posted January 8, 2011 Get a 29" MTB. Big guys realy like the big bikes. You will battle to get a correct frame size as most only makes up to 22" and Specialized a 23". The only quality bikes that I know that makes big frames is Ventana-USA. Search on the net for their site and details on the bikes, there is a couple of suppliers in SA. I have a friend that got a 25" dual suss 29er. When I stand next to the bike, the seat is exactly under my arm pit and I am 1.87.
The_Break Posted January 8, 2011 Posted January 8, 2011 (edited) I am not trying to be funny when I say you should read up and look at getting a Clydsedale. 140kg is a heck of a lot for standard wheels and seatposts and whatever you buy you will need to check the manufacturers maximum loads. Do not expect you shop to do this for you as I can almost guarentee they will not know and will not put the effort in. Best is to pick a few bikes (if a Clydesdale is not a choice for you or not available) and then contact the actual head offices of the bikes and ask question about all of the components. They will give you a direct answer. Don't waste time with the agencies. Loads of info here. http://www.bikeforums.net/forumdisplay.php/248-Clydesdales-Athenas-(200-lb-91-kg) Good luck! Edited January 8, 2011 by The_Break
The_Break Posted January 8, 2011 Posted January 8, 2011 Oh and strong pedal axles and cranks are a must, they will bear allot of weight and also check the saddle rails so they are a strong metal. I'd recommend an aluminum frame dual suspension as it will help the bike cope and take some strain off it. Also a 15/20mm axle at the front wheel will be much stiffer and handle better, same for the rear wheels. UST would also be a must - UST tyre and UST rim. Cranks you will not have to worry about at all.Fully agree on the saddle.Wheels, frame and seat post are a big must look at.
urbanroyal Posted January 9, 2011 Posted January 9, 2011 Get a 29" MTB. Big guys realy like the big bikes. You will battle to get a correct frame size as most only makes up to 22" and Specialized a 23". The only quality bikes that I know that makes big frames is Ventana-USA. Search on the net for their site and details on the bikes, there is a couple of suppliers in SA. I have a friend that got a 25" dual suss 29er. When I stand next to the bike, the seat is exactly under my arm pit and I am 1.87. Sorreee 4 da hi jack .but do you have a picture of this bike...it must be huge .. Hijack off.. Good luck with the bike hunting..
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