Henrat Posted July 23, 2005 Report Share Posted July 23, 2005 Hi, I've been looking at getting a T-Pro, but might be able to stretch to pay for a T-Mag (Spec 1). As far as I can tell, the only difference is the frame and front brake (Magura Louise instead of HS33). I have never used a disc before, what are the good/bad points about them? Would it be worth paying the little bit extra to go up to this bike? What extra do you get on Spec 2? Or are there any better bike for the £500 mark? Cheers! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tipsy Jock Posted July 23, 2005 Report Share Posted July 23, 2005 I'd say no, A guy i ride with got one a while back, then compared it with a tape measue to the t-pro and it was almost identical in geometry. Ask will_arnold for more info Pete Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JT! Posted July 23, 2005 Report Share Posted July 23, 2005 (edited) Hi, I've been looking at getting a T-Pro, but might be able to stretch to pay for a T-Mag (Spec 1). As far as I can tell, the only difference is the frame and front brake (Magura Louise instead of HS33). I have never used a disc before, what are the good/bad points about them? Would it be worth paying the little bit extra to go up to this bike? What extra do you get on Spec 2? Or are there any better bike for the £500 mark? Cheers! ← If you have the dosh, go for the t-mag, you right it is the same near enough just with a front disc. Your not only getting the disc though, but the hub and the forks are both disc compatible. Discs are much better than a maggie as they have the same power, and much more controll. The spec 2 has much better cranks (tensiles), stem (t-master), rear hub (sealed) and pedals (hognesium). It's worth getting if you can afford £650 + P&P. The t-pro is a perfectly good bike though. If your just starting out, maby the t-pro would be you best option as you will need money for extras such as a helmet and tools ect. (N) Edited July 23, 2005 by JT! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Henrat Posted July 23, 2005 Author Report Share Posted July 23, 2005 So I guess it just comes down to if I want discs or not? I can't really afford £650 for Spec 2... Just read the reviews on the Louise brakes on Biketrials.com seems like people have had leakage and pumping(?) problems. Anyone know much about that? I wouldnt say I'm a total beginner, I used to ride to a good standard about 4 or 5 years ago, so I don't think it wil take me too long to get back up to speed... Especially if there are any riders from York that fancy helping me out sometime? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RicH_87 Posted July 23, 2005 Report Share Posted July 23, 2005 If it was me i would go with the t-pro. Its a tried and tested bike and if you decide later on you want a disc you can spend a little more on a good setup, rather than the basic Louise, and shitty forks. T-Pro (N) , save yourself £80 and spend it on some nicer bits (cranks, bar+stem, Team forks etc...) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Henrat Posted July 23, 2005 Author Report Share Posted July 23, 2005 Yeah I think I'll go with the T-Pro... At least then I can get some Brake Boosters and a Helmet! Cheers everyone! (N) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheMunn Posted July 23, 2005 Report Share Posted July 23, 2005 Deffinatly get yourself a helmet! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JT! Posted July 24, 2005 Report Share Posted July 24, 2005 Especially if there are any riders from York that fancy helping me out sometime? ← Ah cool you live in york, i live in whitby (1h drive away i think). There's a rider called Danny (azonicds2@hotmail.com) He's live in York. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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