Originally Posted by herkalees
Hey all, I joined this forum to ask this question and get your opinion:
I've narrowed down my search to the two bikes below, and I want your opinions on which I should choose based on my type of riding and which is a "better" all around bike. It will be 75% street riding (jumping off things, not-too-long distance riding, general cruising around) and 25% average dirt riding. I weigh 200 lbs and have a looooong history with mountain bikes... but that was about 7 years ago.
2003 Gary Fisher Tassajara (
http://salemcycle.com/site/itemdetai...=39&sort=Price)
without the disk brakes and only $550.
or
2004 Hardrock Pro Disc (
http://www.specialized.com/SBCBkModel.jsp?spid=6015) for $610
If you all need more information before you answer, ask away. Otherwise I appreciate all input.
Thank you.
Marc -
http://www.vinimal.com
On spec I'd say the Tassajara better fork, better drivetrain spec, the fact that it's a balanced system is always a nice touch. (All Deore as opposed to Alivio shifters Acera front derailieur and Deore rear) add in the fact that it's already a 9 speed so you won't have to change over. All in all I'd say the Gary Fisher was the much better deal this time.
Last edited by Raiyn; 07-31-04 at 12:51 AM.