Mountain Biking - Need Advice on new bike

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Boomshekah
09-21-03, 07:17 PM
I am a newbie to this forum but i would like to get everyone's adive on which bike to purchase next. I have been riding for a number of years and have come to like specialized bikes. In particular, i am looking at the 03 S-Works FSR, and Epic Marathon. What does everyone think about the new rear suspension. I would prefer full suspension and disc brakes. Is the 'brain' shock going to be effective in the long run or is it just the "suspension of the week". Also where does everyone buy their bikes and parts online. I am open to other suggestions besides specialized, it is just what i am familiar with. Thanks in advance!
mindbogger
09-21-03, 10:27 PM
what type of riding do you do and are you thinking about getting a ht or fs?
Boomshekah
09-22-03, 06:54 AM
Probably mostly cross country recreational...possibly racing cross country if i really get into it. I have a few friends that race so they might get me into it. I was looking for a fs.
If you want to race I'd get the Epic, if not the FSR. I think both bikes are revised (more so the FSR) for 04, might want to check out the changes before commiting to an 03.
Boomshekah
09-22-03, 08:16 AM
Specialized does not have any of the 04 epics or fsrs on their site. Does anyone know where i can find out more about them?
Go to www.pinkbike.com and do a search in the 2004 Stuff forum. Someone posted a whole bunch of info and pics there.
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