Entry level MTB: 2012 Specialized Hardrock Disc or 2013 Giant Roam 3
02-18-14, 11:26 AM
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Entry level MTB: 2012 Specialized Hardrock Disc or 2013 Giant Roam 3
Looking for a bike that I can ride comfortably on the street and on a trail from time to time to learn basic MTB skills. My ultimate goal is to go into Mountain Biking. Which of the two bikes do you think is best?
02-18-14, 01:43 PM
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I actually have both of them, one is for me and the other for my sister. I just want to chose one to dedicate to it and not be between the two. I paid about $350 for each.
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Well I would go with the Specialized. Of the two, it is the only one that is an actual mountain bike. The Giant is considered a hybrid, and will not stand up over time to much off-roading. The Giant is for mainly road use, with the occasional smooth trail or gravel road.
02-18-14, 02:42 PM
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Do you think the specialized is worthy of upgrading brakes, forks, etc. Or is it better to find a better bike once I need it?
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Ride the specialized until you know you want a better bike. For starting out, that bike is fine. When you feel like you can handle more, check out craigslist and see what is out there. I picked up a really nice FS bike for a fraction of the cost new.
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If you are looking at upgrades before you have bought the bike, it's the wrong one, just get a bike with what you want on it, as it will be a lot cheaper in the long run. This is especially so for forks and brakes, as they are normally the 2 most expensive parts to replace after the frame.
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