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  • 01-10-2015 11:33am
    #1
    kirk buttercup
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 784 ✭✭✭


    So thinking of Investing through the Bike to work scheme on a MTB as I have just taken it up in Ballinastoe and the likes. I realise There has been recommendation on here and a good few threads but they all seem a little out of date from what I could find. My question is I have essentially narrowed down a few brands (Canyon , Specialized, Cube and Voodoo Hardtail 29er)and I am looking for advice on best place to buy? best bike for the money etc pros and cons of buying online and just general advice. Id appreciate any help on the matter.Thanks


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  • #2
    onmebike
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 262 ✭✭onmebike


    The only concern that I'd have with buying online is not being sure about sizing. I'm 6 foot and this is often the crossover between medium and large. Asking them should provide the proper answer though.

    I'd prefer to buy from a local shop, but the price difference is too great. I'm lining up a Planet X road bike for myself and I'm going to get it from the outlet in Athlone. The UK site doesn't have the exact spec that I want and, even if they did, I don't mind paying a little more to keep a some business in this country. That, though, is secondary to me choosing the bike that I want.

    If you are happy and able to diagnose and do most of your own repairs, checks etc. then there's no real benefit to you as a customer of buying in a local shop. If you don't fancy attaching handlebars to the bike when it's delivered, then the local shop might be your better option.


  • #3
    benneca1
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 489 ✭✭benneca1


    Go to cycle superstore in Tallaght and ask for Mike Jordan he knows bikes and is a decent guy to deal with. Current MTB marathon champ but has been around for years


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