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 – Gear Ed Oli Munnik runs through a comprehensive range of performance hardtails that will still suit your budget.
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KTM Ultra Fun 29
Like all KTM bikes, the Ultra Fun 29 is made in Austria, and specifically from triple-butted 6061 alloy. The first thing that strikes you when looking at the Ultra Fun 29 is its bright, catchy paintjob with matching cable routing and 100mm SR Suntour front fork. The attention to detail extends all the way to the saddle, and even to the headset spacers and seatpost clamp. Like most other bikes in this price range, a 3×10 Shimano drivetrain takes care of business; while a highlight here is a set of high-volume Continental 29×2.2” X-King tyres.
PRICE: R11 995*
*Prices correct at time of publishing (April ’15). Prices may fluctuate depending on the current exchange rates. Prices in stores may vary.
