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Old 11-25-10 | 08:29 AM
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Looks like they skimped bigtime on components. I change my mind. Get the Trek 520.

Trek 520 has better shifting(Dura Ace barcons) that will outlast those lowend STI shifters.
Avid SD5 V-brakes are much much more powerful than those Tektro Dual Pivot brakes
Shimano Deore LX derailleurs are a whole lot better than those Shimano 2200 derailleurs
Shimano Deore LX hubs are better than those entry level formula hubs

Don't know whether the Trek 520 54cm or 57cm is a good fit for you, but their trail 6.4 and 5.9 respectively is better than the 7.1 that I quoted for the xs and small size so disregard my last statement about trail.

$1,369.99(Trek 520) vs. 1,599 (Rodriguez) Considering the big gap in levels on components, it's a no brainer, Trek 520 all the way.

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