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[majestic]

Get the latest bicycling magazine.They have an article on the best 29 er.

[majestic]

Still think Momsen 529 is fantastic value for money.

[scotty]

Eugene, on 12 January 2012 - 10:24 , said:

I've done a bit of research myself on 29ers and considering the price you are paying, I think you are getting a good buy. Most 29ers in the R8 k bracket are equiped with Altus/Acera. The Silverback has Deore 10speed.

Silverback are known for their good quality at good prices. I would buy it if I was you.

As the others above, I am a Momsen fan as they are also good value for money and they are proudly South African.

Titan Elite 29'er, mix 10spd XT/Deore and Suntour XCR fork for R8000.

[scotty]

As mentioned by my LBS, he would recommend a good 26'er than an entry 29'er, final choice is up to the customer.

[The Lone Rider]

majestic, on 12 January 2012 - 12:21 , said:

+ 1

Or you can save just that little more and buy a Vida 2 for around R11.5k - XT / SLX drive train, ZTR Crest rims on Shimano hubs, Rockshox Recon Gold...

[Dubber]

The Lone Rider, on 23 January 2012 - 03:51 , said:

Or you can save just that little more and buy a Vida 2 for around R11.5k - XT / SLX drive train, ZTR Crest rims on Shimano hubs, Rockshox Recon Gold...

yep - also an option. But then I could save a little more and get a 'enter model name here' for 'enter original budget + 20% here'.

But I hear you load and clear. The Vida 2 is on my radar - as well as the Scott Scale Team. Both just under R12k

G

[Onetime]

• BIKE - 29ER
  
• Bikes

Description:

• Frame ALUXX-Grade Butted Aluminum
  
• Fork RochShox XC28, 100mm Travel
  
• Shock N/A
  
• Components
  
• Handlebar Giant Connect, Low Rise 31.8
  
• Stem Giant Connect
  
• Seatpost Giant Connect, 30.9
  
• Saddle Giant Performance MTB
  
• Pedals MTB Caged, Alloy
  
• Drivetrain
  
• Shifters SRAM X5, 3x9 Speed
  
• Front Derailleur SRAM X5
  
• Rear Derailleur SRAM X5, 9 Speed
  
• Brakes Avid Elixer 1, 160mm
  
• Brake Levers Avid Elixir 1
  
• Cassette PG950 11x34T, 9-Speed
  
• Chain SRAM PC951
  
• Crankset SRAM X5, 22/32/44
  
• Bottom Bracket SRAM GXP
  
• Wheels
  
• Rims Giant S-XC29-2
  
• Hubs [F} Giant Tracker Sport, [R] Giant Tracker Sport, 32h
  
• Spokes Stainless Steel, 14g
  
• Tires Kenda Small Block Eight, 29x2.1

Weight How much does this bike weigh? It’s a common question, and rightly so. But the truth is, there are no industry standards for claiming bike weights—and this leads to a lot of misinformation. Variances exist based on size, frame material, finish and hardware. And as bikes get lighter, these differences become more critical. At Giant, we believe the only way to truly know the weight of any particular bike is to find out for yourself at your local retailer.

[Dubber]

Onetime, on 24 January 2012 - 06:33 , said:

• BIKE - 29ER
• Bikes

Description:

• Frame ALUXX-Grade Butted Aluminum
• Fork RochShox XC28, 100mm Travel
• Shock N/A
• Components
• Handlebar Giant Connect, Low Rise 31.8
• Stem Giant Connect
• Seatpost Giant Connect, 30.9
• Saddle Giant Performance MTB
• Pedals MTB Caged, Alloy
• Drivetrain
• Shifters SRAM X5, 3x9 Speed
• Front Derailleur SRAM X5
• Rear Derailleur SRAM X5, 9 Speed
• Brakes Avid Elixer 1, 160mm
• Brake Levers Avid Elixir 1
• Cassette PG950 11x34T, 9-Speed
• Chain SRAM PC951
• Crankset SRAM X5, 22/32/44
• Bottom Bracket SRAM GXP
• Wheels
• Rims Giant S-XC29-2
• Hubs [F} Giant Tracker Sport, [R] Giant Tracker Sport, 32h
• Spokes Stainless Steel, 14g
• Tires Kenda Small Block Eight, 29x2.1

Weight How much does this bike weigh? It’s a common question, and rightly so. But the truth is, there are no industry standards for claiming bike weights—and this leads to a lot of misinformation. Variances exist based on size, frame material, finish and hardware. And as bikes get lighter, these differences become more critical. At Giant, we believe the only way to truly know the weight of any particular bike is to find out for yourself at your local retailer.

Thanks Onetime

Could you tell me which model this is? and estimated price?
Cheers
G

[Dubber]

Dubber, on 24 January 2012 - 12:47 , said:

Thanks Onetime Could you tell me which model this is? and estimated price? Cheers G

Ahh - figured it out. Giant Talon 29er - going for about R8.9k. Anyone got one? Anyone got any feedback on it?

Cheers

[dracs]

Onetime, on 24 January 2012 - 06:33 , said:

Weight How much does this bike weigh? It’s a common question, and rightly so. But the truth is, there are no industry standards for claiming bike weights—and this leads to a lot of misinformation. Variances exist based on size, frame material, finish and hardware. And as bikes get lighter, these differences become more critical. At Giant, we believe the only way to truly know the weight of any particular bike is to find out for yourself at your local retailer.

I am the only one that finds Giant's standard disclaimer on weight irritating. I mean flip it is extremely relevant - if you so worried about apples and aplles just be very clear about the spec and size frame the quoted weight is based on... Just makes it that much harder to do your research your pre-bike shop visit.

[cwisking]

well ive just done about 2/3 months worth of looking around and irritating the LBS for the best deal etc. i eventually went for the Silverback vida 2, Just got it yesterday and havent got her dirty yet, but from what little i have ridden of her, damn she is light and purrrrdy. i got her for 9.5k after i traded in my 26'er HT ox-wagon ( Scott Aspect 30 ) . Big up is that on the vida 2 u getting a decent set of wheels, Stans Crest.

I got the XL and weigh'd it, 12.3kg. and i recon u can get pretty close to the 12kg mark by just changing the it to tubeless later on. i was also looking at the Scott Scale Elite @ 14k for the bike, the silverback worked out at a better price.

oh and btw, the geometry on the silverback vida and scott scales are almost identical!

will post again after this weekend on how she rides in the rough

Edited by cwisking, 24 January 2012 - 09:33 .