Wheelie87 Posted February 15, 2017 Share Specialized Camber 29 vs Camber Comp 29 So what's the verdict: https://www.speciali...amber-29/115406 or https://www.speciali...-comp-29/115520 Is the difference really worth the odd R10k (for someone like me)? I am new to the game Bought a Specialized Hardrock just to start out with four months ago to see what all the hype is about.Immediately fell in love with the trails and more tech than XCEven after getting stitches in my elbow second time out at G-spot (Stellenbosch) I knew that I knew this is my new passionHaha Obviously now I know I need something more than the Hardrock (awesome entry level bike btw after upgrading handlebars/tyres/etc I will definitely be keeping it) So I'm ready for my new longer term bike, but still on a tight budget, thus the begging question: Specialized Camber 29 vs Camber Comp 29 !?! OR Maybe even not Specialized Thanks guys! Wheeeelie ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Odinson Posted February 15, 2017 Share Specialized Camber 29 vs Camber Comp 29 So what's the verdict: https://www.speciali...amber-29/115406 or https://www.speciali...-comp-29/115520 Is the difference really worth the odd R10k (for someone like me)? I am new to the game Bought a Specialized Hardrock just to start out with four months ago to see what all the hype is about.Immediately fell in love with the trails and more tech than XCEven after getting stitches in my elbow second time out at G-spot (Stellenbosch) I knew that I knew this is my new passionHaha Obviously now I know I need something more than the Hardrock (awesome entry level bike btw after upgrading handlebars/tyres/etc I will definitely be keeping it) So I'm ready for my new longer term bike, but still on a tight budget, thus the begging question: Specialized Camber 29 vs Camber Comp 29 !?! OR Maybe even not Specialized Thanks guys! Wheeeelie ! If you've got the budget for the Comp version, I would highly recommend it over the base version. It's a significantly better components package all round. That being said, Spez's don't always offer the best of value. If I were you and had the cash to drop on the Camber Comp, I would rather look into a neat 2nd hand Stumpjumer FSR or something similar. 130 - 150mm of travel in either 650B or 29er and you've got a bike for virtually any riding you'd like to do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wheelie87 Posted February 15, 2017 Share If you've got the budget for the Comp version, I would highly recommend it over the base version. It's a significantly better components package all round. That being said, Spez's don't always offer the best of value. If I were you and had the cash to drop on the Camber Comp, I would rather look into a neat 2nd hand Stumpjumer FSR or something similar. 130 - 150mm of travel in either 650B or 29er and you've got a bike for virtually any riding you'd like to do. Awesome man, thanks for the replyThe extra R10k is not really in the budget unless I come to the conclusion that not spending the extra R10k will be a big mistake and then just try to hold out longer and then get the Comp.But as you can well imagine each extra day holding out feels like eternity Haha Not that keen on going 2nd hand to be honestWill rather get something lower specced and new than 2nd hand if possible Looking at an XL or perhaps even XXL as I am 1.95 and they are a bit more scarce 2nd hand from what I've seen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Headshot Posted February 15, 2017 Share The verdict is buy a YT Jeffsy rather :-) Although at 1.95 m even their XL may be a little short... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stefmeister Posted February 15, 2017 Share Always look at the suspension a bike is spec'd with, then brake set - it's what you'll use the most and what will matter the most. Everyone get caught up by the drive train specs, when it matters a lot less than the above mentioned. Companies even exploit this ignorance of the customers that they will spec a better rear derailleur accompanied by lower spec shifters and brakes, e.g. XT rear derailleur with Deore shifters and brakes is seen a lot. Look at a Giant trance 2 - usually great value for money. If you're on a budget, 2nd hand will usually offer better value and a lot of people buy bikes and flog it off with seeing not a lot of riding at all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baracuda Posted February 15, 2017 Share I was in your predicament a year ago and ended up buying a good second hand Pyga 110.An amazing bike, the cambers geometry has gravitated towards it over the years. I managed to get an XX/X9 bike with fantastic wheels and dropper post for R27k.The bike is perfect for much of the single track in the Stellies region Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Odinson Posted February 15, 2017 Share Awesome man, thanks for the replyThe extra R10k is not really in the budget unless I come to the conclusion that not spending the extra R10k will be a big mistake and then just try to hold out longer and then get the Comp.But as you can well imagine each extra day holding out feels like eternity Haha Not that keen on going 2nd hand to be honestWill rather get something lower specced and new than 2nd hand if possible Looking at an XL or perhaps even XXL as I am 1.95 and they are a bit more scarce 2nd hand from what I've seen Personally, I think the extra R10k is justfied. The suspension, brakes and drivetrain on the Comp are all significantly better than the base version. See what other options you have. If you can get even the base YT Jeffsy, it would slaughter the Camber out on the trails (except maybe on the climbs). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wheelie87 Posted February 15, 2017 Share Awesome feedback guys ! Much appreciated Never even heard of YT Jeffsey before today - will definitely be checking it all out Quite a few things to consider Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Headshot Posted February 15, 2017 Share Awesome feedback guys ! Much appreciated Never even heard of YT Jeffsey before today - will definitely be checking it all out Quite a few things to consider And they just released a 27 Jeffsy with even longer reach numbers in XL - do it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wheelie87 Posted February 15, 2017 Share What about this though? https://www.scott-sports.com/za/en/products/249564006/SCOTT-Genius-940-Bike I mean for the price and what you get The Jeffsy at the moment is just a bit steep for me tbh Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Headshot Posted February 15, 2017 Share What about this though? https://www.scott-sports.com/za/en/products/249564006/SCOTT-Genius-940-Bike I mean for the price and what you get The Jeffsy at the moment is just a bit steep for me tbhNothing wrong with that Scott either. Could not see a price though? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Fastbastard Mayhem Posted February 15, 2017 Share What about this though? https://www.scott-sports.com/za/en/products/249564006/SCOTT-Genius-940-Bike I mean for the price and what you get The Jeffsy at the moment is just a bit steep for me tbhgood bike. Cost? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wheelie87 Posted February 15, 2017 Share http://www.bicycling.co.za/bike-buyers-guide/genius-940/ Got the price from this site Using as an estimate as I don't know how reliable it is Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wheelie87 Posted February 16, 2017 Share GIANT STANCE 2 http://www.giantdurbanville.co.za/en-za/bikes/model/stance.2/28150/98138/#specifications So this looks pretty awesome but I am very hesitant as it has 27,5" wheels and from what I've heard and having only really ridden 29" its 29 or nothing..... Hmmmm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stefmeister Posted February 16, 2017 Share GIANT STANCE 2 http://www.giantdurbanville.co.za/en-za/bikes/model/stance.2/28150/98138/#specifications So this looks pretty awesome but I am very hesitant as it has 27,5" wheels and from what I've heard and having only really ridden 29" its 29 or nothing..... HmmmmNot if you're planning on jump lines like G-spot you mentioned. That fork and your weight (assuming it won't be less than 70 kg if you're 1.95m tall) will not be the best match.The Trance 2 is the bike you'd want, but looking at local webpage, it seems it's only the Trance 1.5 or 3 that's available. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Fastbastard Mayhem Posted February 16, 2017 Share GIANT STANCE 2 http://www.giantdurbanville.co.za/en-za/bikes/model/stance.2/28150/98138/#specifications So this looks pretty awesome but I am very hesitant as it has 27,5" wheels and from what I've heard and having only really ridden 29" its 29 or nothing..... HmmmmNo. Not the Stance. Camber / Stumpy / New Anthem / Trance / Silverback Slider / Trek Fuel / Scott Spark (new one with the vertical shock placement) / Pyga 110 120 140 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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