If you want all mountain, get the http://www.jensonusa.com/store/produ...+Frame+05.aspx


I have one and I love it to death. I kinda rode it beyond it's intended purpose and Jamis still stood behind it. Great ride, superb suspension. Slightly heavy for XC, but great for AM.

I used to be a HT rider. I've had 4 rigids, 6 HT front susp's, and 3 dually's. I love the Jamis over all that I've owned. I occasionally miss my hardtail on the occasional hill climb, but every time I throw a leg over my Jamis XLT...I forget all about it. The Dakar is still pretty well mannered on the climbs, and I love to smoke 'em on the rough stuff, flats, and DH sections.


Just my opinion, but the Jamis has treated me very well. You know it's a good bike when it broke once (got warranty'd) and I'm still willing to give it my full endorsement.

OK, I'm done now.