colintdi
Registered User
Hi, not really car related but you always give good advise so here goes, I'm looking to get a new mountain bike ands I've see an iron horse for sale on a locally bike forum. Just wanted some advice on what you's thought of the bike and how much I should pay for it. Cann't ask on the forum as I don't know who' friend with him. Anyway here's what he posted about the bike
Hi all, been a while since I've posted on here! Unfortunately I can't say I've been doing much mountain biking over the last while, and whilst I was hoping to get back out again it turns out I've to pay for a wedding next August, so I'm having to implement an austerity policy of my own
2008 Iron Horse MKIII Sport
Frame size: Large (19")
Frame: 5" travel dw-link trail frame
Rear shock: Fox Float R
Front fork: Rock Shox Tora 302 Air 130mm
Handlebar: Easton EA30
Stem: Easton EA30
Headset: Orbit Z
BB: FSA Power Drive
Crankset: FSA Alpha Drive
Chain ring: FSA alloy/steel
Pedals: Gusset Slim Jim
Saddle: WTB Pure V
Seatpost: Easton EA30
Hubs: Shimano M495
Front derailleur: SRAM X7
Rear Derailleur: SRAM X5
Shifters: SRAM X5
Cassette: SRAM PG-970
Brakes: Shimano M485 hydraulic
Rims: WTB Speed Disc XC
Tyres: Maxxis High Roller
The Iron Horse MKIII is a great XC/All Mountain bike perfectly suited to UK trails. I bought this bike new in April 2009 from Real Cycles and rode it a few times over the summer. It then had a handful of outings over the following year and has been locked in my shed for well over a year now without turning a wheel. Because its seen so little use its in fantastic condition, barely a mark anywhere on the frame. The bike has been well looked after, the only thing that might need some attention is the brakes which have gone a bit "soft". They still work fine but could perform better and probably just need bled.
This would be a fantastic bike for anyone who is looking to get into mountain biking or wants to upgrade from a hardtail. Would also make a great Christmas pressie!
Let me know what you's think please
Hi all, been a while since I've posted on here! Unfortunately I can't say I've been doing much mountain biking over the last while, and whilst I was hoping to get back out again it turns out I've to pay for a wedding next August, so I'm having to implement an austerity policy of my own
2008 Iron Horse MKIII Sport
Frame size: Large (19")
Frame: 5" travel dw-link trail frame
Rear shock: Fox Float R
Front fork: Rock Shox Tora 302 Air 130mm
Handlebar: Easton EA30
Stem: Easton EA30
Headset: Orbit Z
BB: FSA Power Drive
Crankset: FSA Alpha Drive
Chain ring: FSA alloy/steel
Pedals: Gusset Slim Jim
Saddle: WTB Pure V
Seatpost: Easton EA30
Hubs: Shimano M495
Front derailleur: SRAM X7
Rear Derailleur: SRAM X5
Shifters: SRAM X5
Cassette: SRAM PG-970
Brakes: Shimano M485 hydraulic
Rims: WTB Speed Disc XC
Tyres: Maxxis High Roller
The Iron Horse MKIII is a great XC/All Mountain bike perfectly suited to UK trails. I bought this bike new in April 2009 from Real Cycles and rode it a few times over the summer. It then had a handful of outings over the following year and has been locked in my shed for well over a year now without turning a wheel. Because its seen so little use its in fantastic condition, barely a mark anywhere on the frame. The bike has been well looked after, the only thing that might need some attention is the brakes which have gone a bit "soft". They still work fine but could perform better and probably just need bled.
This would be a fantastic bike for anyone who is looking to get into mountain biking or wants to upgrade from a hardtail. Would also make a great Christmas pressie!
Let me know what you's think please
