staphan Posted January 24, 2009 Report Share Posted January 24, 2009 Hello, I live in Sweden and have been looking into a couple of topics on this nice site to get a better picture of what bike I should get. Right now I'm leaning towards an Onza Hitman, but since there are bikes not much more expensive and with seemingly better qualities I'd like some advice =) I've been looking at the Phase 1.2 as well, so I wonder - is it much better than the Hitman and what are the main differences apart from the brakes? Are magura brakes hard to setup? I'm thinking of getting the Hitman partially because it's fitted with V-brakes, since I guess maguras are trickier and need more maintenance?I'm riding purely for fun and the challenge, and I want a bike with a sturdy frame (Hitman seems to have a good frame?) and quality parts that don't break easily. I'm willing to pay around 400£, and since I have problems finding used trials bikes for sale here in Sweden (not to mention any that fit my needs) I think I'm going to go for a new one at Tartybikes. Is there any other good webshop that ships to other parts of Europe/worldwide? So far I have been riding an Univega Tr620, way too small in my opinion with only 950 mm wheelbase (I'm 6 feet tall) but I've been learning the basics so, while I'm not especially good at anything, I know a bit about the moves and such. Summing it up: Hitman or Phase 1.2 - differences, strengths, etc? Not new to trials but wants a good bike from a webshop that ships to Sweden, price ~400£. Tips on other bikes than the ones I mentioned are more than welcome also!Any comments/advice are appreciated, thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sstein Posted January 24, 2009 Report Share Posted January 24, 2009 I would go for the hitman over the phase, but if you don't mind a mod I would look at the new onza pro! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
onzatrip Posted January 24, 2009 Report Share Posted January 24, 2009 I would go for the hitman over the phase, but if you don't mind a mod I would look at the new onza pro!whats wrong with mod lol but id get the phase its nicer and its sooo easy to ride Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bikeperson45 Posted January 24, 2009 Report Share Posted January 24, 2009 Hitmans basically same frame as the T-Rex, and that was a good frame. V-Brakes need more maintence, but it's easier to do.I'd go with the hitman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gogz- Posted January 24, 2009 Report Share Posted January 24, 2009 The phase does look allot better than the onza in my opinion. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sstein Posted January 24, 2009 Report Share Posted January 24, 2009 whats wrong with mod lol but id get the phase its nicer and its sooo easy to rideSmall wheels are for gays. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Thornton Posted January 25, 2009 Report Share Posted January 25, 2009 (edited) Personnaly i would go for the phase,I went on one at the Cycle show and they feel quite comfortable to ride.Dan. Edited January 25, 2009 by onzat-bird328 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Brodie Posted January 25, 2009 Report Share Posted January 25, 2009 Small wheels are for gays.why dont you have one then? Go for a phase,they look nicer and they are nice riding frames,also they are good for all standards of rider Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smoby Posted January 25, 2009 Report Share Posted January 25, 2009 Yeah, i second the phase idea. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
staphan Posted January 25, 2009 Author Report Share Posted January 25, 2009 (edited) Thanks for your replies guys I'm seriously thinking about getting a Phase bike now but I'd like to know what you think - Phase 1.1 or Phase 1.2 + 100£ to buy upgrades for?Linkies:http://www.2x2worldwide.com/07RangePhase/PHASE-1-2.htmlhttp://www.2x2worldwide.com/07RangePhase/PHASE-1-1.htmlAnd does anyone know if people that sell used bikes, on this forum for example, are willing to ship to other countries and how the payment can be worked out if it's possible between a private buyer and a private seller? In this case me in Sweden buying a used bike from a (for example) british buy on this forum, and it getting shipped to Sweden while the seller gets money from me. How would that work? Thanks again Edited January 25, 2009 by staphan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pashley26 Posted January 25, 2009 Report Share Posted January 25, 2009 (edited) And does anyone know if people that sell used bikes, on this forum for example, are willing to ship to other countries and how the payment can be worked out if it's possible between a private buyer and a private seller? In this case me in Sweden buying a used bike from a british buy on this forum, and it getting shipped to Sweden while the seller gets money from me. How would that work? Thanks again Edited January 25, 2009 by Pashley26 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sstein Posted January 26, 2009 Report Share Posted January 26, 2009 (edited) Thanks for your replies guys I'm seriously thinking about getting a Phase bike now but I'd like to know what you think - Phase 1.1 or Phase 1.2 + 100£ to buy upgrades for?Linkies:http://www.2x2worldwide.com/07RangePhase/PHASE-1-2.htmlhttp://www.2x2worldwide.com/07RangePhase/PHASE-1-1.htmlDefinitely the 1.1. Better wheels, better gears and much, much, much better cranks. All of which will come to a lot more than £100. Edited January 26, 2009 by sstein Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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