The F2 is a top notch entry level bike. It really doesn't have anything to scream 'yuck' about on the entire bike. Yeah, the parts could all pretty much be upgraded, especially the wheel set. But, those are $$$ upgrades and not something you will get by going up to an F3 or even an F4.

Plus, by purchasing a Haro from your local shop, the local shop should throw in some free maintenance, a 90 day tune-up, and stuff to help make you a regular customer. This is invaluable if you are clueless about how to work on your bike, and you really should WATCH them work on your bike so you get some idea of how they are fixing things so you can do it yourself later on.

Things I like: Seat stay mounted rear brakes (up high), front & rear brakes, 4 pegs, simple design, nice smaller/mid-sized frame, twin cable routing, nice upgrage path to smaller gearing if wanted.

Things I would change first: Wheelset to a chrome plated, sealed setup. This took me a few years to do when I got into riding and was the best thing I ever did when I finally did it.

DO NOT EVER CONSIDER FOR A MOMENT BUYING A BIKE WITH MAGS