Thanks a LOT guys. Your posts should be a sticky.

I'll do some more research on the drivetrains before I make a decision. I don't want to get something because it's cheap.I mean, that's not always a good thing. It's like e-guevara said..."There's a reason it's so cheap". Great insight buddy. Thank you.

I'm not married to SRAM, so I could very well get Shimano. But vids make it seem like SRAM is a good product...as well as looking good. So I thought I'd give it a try.

Thanks again guys! Mucho appreciated!!!

Phil