Best MTB Budget Buys – 5-10K
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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Specialized Jynx Comp 650B
In 2014 Specialized launched the 650b Pitch, to compete in the entry-level XC market. At the same time, in line with their focus on making quality products for both men and women, the Pitch was twinned with the Jynx. It offers Specialized’s Women’s Recreational XC Geometry, which the Big S say is anatomically engineered for women; while the 650b Pitch and Jynx models share the same price point, the Jynx features different grips, saddle and geometry, for a more female-friendly fit.
PRICE: R7 999*
*Prices correct at time of publishing (April ’15). Prices may fluctuate depending on the current exchange rates. Prices in stores may vary.
