Thread: The "around" $500 MTB thread.
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Old 03-15-05 | 04:45 PM
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Bikes: 2003 Specialized Rockhopper FSR Comp, 1999 Specialized Hardrock Comp FS, 1971 Schwinn Varsity

Originally Posted by TPW
I'm a newb and I'm looking seriously at the Specialized Rockhopper. Test drove it and the GF Marlin and I liked the more upright feel on the Rockhopper. I'm about 5'10" and 160 and was riding a 17" frame. Does that sound about right? If I decided to later upgrade to disc brakes what can I expect to spend on that?

On another note my son is 7 and wants a new bike to ride "off-road". Would a $99 Target bike be ok or should I spend the extra $$ (around $220) and get him the Trek MT60?
On the Rockhopper. If I remember correctly you'll need a new wheelset as the stocker's don't come with disc hubs. Don't worry you can get a decent set for $120 http://www.pricepoint.com/detail/120...-Lite-Rims.htm
I actually use that model myself. As for the Disc brakes themselves I'd suggest http://www.pricepoint.com/detail/126...rake-160mm.htm
$70 a wheel plus cables and housing so for around $300 you'll have and upgraded wheelset AND the best mechanical disc brakes in the industry.
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