Originally Posted by
vivithemage
The 2012 has :
FRONT DERAILLEUR - Shimano Altus, 34.9mm Clamp
REAR DERAILLEUR - Shimano Alivio
is that worth waiting on? I really want quality hardware.
I'm pretty green compared to these guys, but I would say...no. Not worth waiting for, not at that price. I don't see anything special about that for components. It looks, to me very similar in components to the others, but for more money. (I hate to be wrong, so hope I'm not! lol)
The Marin 29er is a good looking bike. With the Deore derailleurs and the disc brakes you want -- if you like the ride and can swing the price, that sounds like a good one!