Originally Posted by
RMTBaiden
Thanks for your reply. I hear a lot of good things with Trek bikes, but after hearing your experience with a Marin, I might buy the Marin bike first to test out. One person probably isnt enough to choose, but its worth a shot.
The Kentfield2 is on sale at my LBS for $608CDN. I don't think you can go wrong with the bike if it fits your budget. Sure you can get better quality but it's going to cost you.
Parts can be replaced later but I think the current ones will provide good service. Buy from your LBS for proper fit and they usually include 1 year of adjutsments/tune-up, etc.
Don't forget to update this post with pics!