I'm looking at 2 bikes and just want some information:

1. 96ish Giant ATX 860. It's got all Acera running gear, very light, but no shocks at all.

2. New Gary Fisher Turpon. Full Bontrager and Altus running gear.

I know the Acera is better gear, which I guess for now it wouldn't matter and I can always upgrade the gary later. the lack of suspension may bother me once I get to the trails...

Any opinions?