Hi,

I've been out of Mt. biking for a few years since my Specialized Enduro was stolen. I want a good all-around bike for mostly XC riding and efficient climbing. I'm considering the following: (and or others)

1 - 09 Fisher HiFi Carbon full XT $2999

2 - 09 Giant Trance X1 Full XT $2799

3 - 09 Trek Fuel 9.8 Carbon w/ XT $3199

4 - 09 Scott Genius 20 Carbon w/ XT $3499

I'm leaning towards carbon because I know I will be doing a lot of fire roads and climbing. I do want a mid travel bike though for when it gets bumpy and steep. Anyways, I've been out of the loop for several years and would be curious what people think. I've read just about everything I can find on here and other sights as well about all of these bikes. Most have very favorable reviews and since they are all pretty well speced out I wouldn't expect them to be bad just different. Thanks!!!