Hi there,
I just have a couple of questions…
The LBS is pushing out their older models to make space for the 05’s, and a couple of the models I was looking at are:
Code:
Specialized Hardrock Sport 2004: $485 (v-brakes)
$679 (with discs)
Specialized Rockhopper Comp 2004: $839
Kona Shred 2004: $759
(These prices are Canadian so don’t worry!)
I’m pretty light, 150lb, so I don’t think weight is much of a problem. I ride a lot, mostly XC though. Also there’s a DJ setup near my house, so I’d probably be doing them too. My current (and first) bike is a Diamondback Outlook and I regret buying it so much, but everyone’s gotta start somewhere I guess.
I like the Hardrock, but I have heard that the rear derailleur is shoddy. Right now the chain on the POS bike I have right now falls off a lot so I don’t want to ever have to deal with that sort of problem again.
If I really had tons of cash I’d go for the Rockhopper, but the big turnoff is the price. If I get that I think I probably won’t have enough cash for any textbooks or food next semester
Overall I am kinda leaning towards the Shred but only because I haven’t heard of any really really big problems with it.
Also I tried out a friends Ibex bike (
http://www.ibexbikes.com/Bikes/ALP-550-Details.html I think) which has disc brakes and they feel so much nicer than the horrible cantilever brakes I have on my bike. So is it worth spending a little extra money to get low end disc brakes compared to V-brakes?
So what it comes down to is:
Does anyone have any opinions on the Shred or should I sacrifice my education for the Rockhopper?