Best MTB Budget Buys – 10-15K
While we all dream of riding and racing range-topping, feather-light mountain bikes, dripping in the latest bling, our budgets and household commitments often force us to scale down our dreams to a more affordable reality. But you don’t have to settle for a mediocre bike – this month, Gear Ed Oli Munnik runs through a comprehensive range of performance hardtails that will still suit your budget. Keep an eye on the magazine for reviews on the 2016 models starting to arrive on our shores.
While we all dream of riding and racing range-topping, feather-light mountain bikes, dripping in the latest bling, our budgets and household commitments often force us to scale down our dreams to a more affordable reality. But you don’t have to settle for a mediocre bike – this month, Gear Ed Oli Munnik runs through a comprehensive range of performance hardtails that will still suit your budget.
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Scott Scale 960
You just have to attend a local MTB event to realise just how popular Scotts are among the legions of South African mountain bikers. Sharing the same geometry with its carbon cousins,
the Scale 960 has inherited its race pedigree thanks to years of R&D and feedback from the
likes of multiple-XCO world champion Nino Schurter. While Scott has recently put a lot of energy into its 650bs, local riding spots are still dominated by 29ers like the Scale 960. The reason? Confident handling, and straight-line speed. And when it comes to spec, the Scale 960 offers a great package at an affordable price point.
PRICE: R14 800*
*Prices correct at time of publishing (April ’15). Prices may fluctuate depending on the current exchange rates. Prices in stores may vary.