Buying New Bike - Advice Required

GJA
GJA Posts: 13
edited October 2008 in MTB buying advice
After 15 years away from the dirt I have been enticed back and am looking at ride options.
My main road ride is a Scott Addict so I want to keep the MTB in the family.
The LBS has a used Strike Pro with Carbon frame, full XT and Fox shocks that has only done about 2 hours on the dirt. Price $3500 AUS, new list price they tell me was $4800.
It seems like an alright deal to me as it looks immaculate but as a relative newbie would welcome any opinions.
Scott Addict
Scott G Zero Strike Pro

Comments

  • supersonic
    supersonic Posts: 82,708
    Take it for a test ride - see how it feels. A lot of money to spend, so ensure it is right for you and the terrain you ride.
  • GJA
    GJA Posts: 13
    I have that all lined up for this weekend. :D

    I think I am mainly worried about the longevity off the carbon frame, I had gone in to get a Spark 50 but the Strike seems to be better value with the higher end components.

    Thanks for the help supersonic, will let you know how I get on.
    Scott Addict
    Scott G Zero Strike Pro
  • GJA
    GJA Posts: 13
    Well I did a test ride and everthing felt good, so now I am a proud owner :D

    Look forward to hitting the dirt asap.

    Thanks for you help sonic.
    Scott Addict
    Scott G Zero Strike Pro