Originally Posted by
NormanF
So is the Marin Muirwoods 29er.
They're basically dual sport bikes built with mountain bike tough tubing for harsh urban streets and dirt trails.
Marin Muir Woods 29er is not the same, as it is 1) steel and 2) has a ridged front fork (no suspension). I actually think its a great bike (on my short list for a future bike) but its is very different then the two the OP listed.
If the OP doesn't really NEED a front for, I would actually recommend the Marin Muir Woods 29er.