Originally Posted by
Panthers007
Are you sure you want a hybrid with front-suspension? It's something else expensive if and when it fails. Your call - and Dad's.
I didn't notice the suspension seat-post either. I believe Kona makes a hybrid with a suspension-fork. But it can be disabled for the times you wont need it - which is virtually all the time.
You're referring to the Kona Dew FS of which I own one (a 2009 model). I'd disagree with you about disabling the front suspension most of the time. I find that the only time I lock out the fork is while climbing hills. It's definitely nice on rough pavement or when crossing fields, etc.
I suspect that the Dew FS is a bit out of the price range ($800 Cdn) -- but if not, I'd highly recommend it.
If you can't afford the quality of the Dew FS and don't think you'll need the suspension, I'd agree with everyone else that you'd probably be better off without the suspension fork as bikes without suspension for the same price are going to have better components.
You might want to check out the base model Kona Dew -- no suspension but a decent build with good value for the buck (under $500 Cdn) and loads of positive reviews.