Greetings from the only B'Twin Rafal 740 owner in the world
Jayz58
Posts: 8
I was looking to buy a XC mountain bike for my daily 14 mile commute. After looking at Canyon, Cube, Merida etc I stubbled across the B'Twin Rafal 740. I've bought it based on the spec (http://www.decathlon.co.uk/rafal-740-mo ... 14897.html) because there are no reviews of it anywhere. I don't know much about bikes, I was previously riding a Carrera Fury based on the review on bikeradar, so I'm slightly nervous that I've just spent £899 on a bike that nobody else seems to own and no magazine or site has ridden and reviewed. Anybody know why this might be?
I'd love to hear from anybody else who took the plunge.
I'd love to hear from anybody else who took the plunge.
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"I've bought it based on the spec (http://www.decathlon.co.uk/rafal-740-mo ... 14897.html) because there are no reviews of it anywhere."
That certainly is a curious reason for buying a bike.All the gear, no idea and loving the smell of jealousy in the morning.
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My point was that just having a good spec doesn't make it a good bike. I was curious why there are no reviews or bike tests for this bike when it looks good on paper.0
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Do magazines review Decathlon bikes???Advocate of disc brakes.0
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homers double wrote:Do magazines review Decathlon bikes???
Yes, they do, and they're generally very well regarded.All the gear, no idea and loving the smell of jealousy in the morning.
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A few have, and as Angus said, they tend to come out very well.homers double wrote:Do magazines review Decathlon bikes???
I wouldn't worry about it, decathlon make fairly solid bikes, the hardtails especially. Looks like very good spec for the money.0 -
It's the Rockrider 8.2 under the new naming convention.Currently riding a Whyte T130C, X0 drivetrain, Magura Trail brakes converted to mixed wheel size (homebuilt wheels) with 140mm Fox 34 Rhythm and RP23 suspension. 12.2Kg.0
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ok, thanks. The bike arrives today so if anyone is interested I'll let you know what it's like0
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The Rookie wrote:It's the Rockrider 8.2 under the new naming convention.
Just looked at the spec - you are correct.
A guy I ride with has the 8.2 - very good bike.
Don't think you'll be disappointed._______________
Chris
Current FS: 2017 Nukeproof Mega 275
Current HT: 2017 Nukeproof Scout 275
Kids Carrera Blast Refurb/Upgrade
My Blog - Midlife MTB Mutterings
Previous FS: 2014 Nukeproof Mega TR 26'er0 -
Isn't it actually the Rockrider 8.3?0
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Either way I don't think you'll be disappointed._______________
Chris
Current FS: 2017 Nukeproof Mega 275
Current HT: 2017 Nukeproof Scout 275
Kids Carrera Blast Refurb/Upgrade
My Blog - Midlife MTB Mutterings
Previous FS: 2014 Nukeproof Mega TR 26'er0
