Originally Posted by bdinger
Where I tried the Kona I heard lots of Trek and Specialized bashing. Well, frankly, those are the two that have impressed me the most! Right now my list basically goes Trek 6500 and a two-way tie between the Hardrock Comp Disc and a Cannondale F400. It's like the Harley-Davidson syndrome. They poo-poo imports, but the imports totally kick their ass.
Why do you like that Hardrock, of the (I think) four available? I'm currently looking at that series, and while my LBS is trying to sell me on the Hardrock Pro, I was leaning toward the Hardrock Sport (I've never biked before and this is an entry bike to see if it'll tickle my fancy. But I'm a big guy, so your insight in particular would be invaluable.)
Thanks!