Hi all,

I recently joined the forum (but have been a lurker for a while) because I'd like to ask for some input from more senior members or folks that have either of these two bikes. I'm looking to replace my current bike - older Gary Fisher Marlin MTB with a flat bar road bike. I mostly cycle for fitness (no commuting) and do so on pave roads or sidewalks (no curb jumping or such).

I narrowed it down to these two models that I can get for a price difference of $123:

1. Fuji Absolute 2.0 LE Flat Bar Road Bike - 2016 Performance Exclusive - $699 (MSRP $899)

Fuji Absolute 2.0 LE Flat Bar Road Bike - 2016 Performance Exclusive

and

2. GHOST Speedline 2 Bike - 2016

https://www.rei.com/product/883677/g...ne-2-bike-2016

I had the chance to ride both bikes and fit-wise they both seem to work good. My plan is to ride this bike for 25-35 miles each week. I'd like to know which components are better and whether the Ghost is worth in fact the $123 difference. The Ghost has a combination of Tiagra 4600 and 105 while the Fuji is sporting the new Tiagra 4700.

Look forward to hear your thoughts. If everyone owns either of these two bikes PLEASE chime in what your experience has been with your particular model.

Many thanks in advance for your time and help!