Specialized Stumpjumper FSR 29 vs Gary Fisher Rumblefish 1

[scout_about]

I am looking to purchase a 2010. I have narrowed my search down to these two bikes but can't make a clear decision. I am wondering what bike people think is better and why. I am 6'4'' and weight 240lbs so I am looking at the XL frames. Does anyone think I should go XXL? They have simlilar components though the Stumpy has a Reba fork, which I have heard is actually a good fork compared to previous models. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

[skillDreamer]

Have a cannondale rush 5z thought it was too soft. Test rode the rumblefish1 was a 29er version of the rush. Just bought the 2010 epic comp 29er. Check them out- smooth ride and nothing like the brain on them.

[bikerdirragon]

Hey there. Was just surfing and found this posting, and thought I might add something. I bought a Specialized 29er last year, and while I liked the way it felt on the trail, and found it nice to ride in many respects, there was one thing that made me trade it in: clearance.
I was banging pedals left and right on that thing. You'd think a 29er would actually have more clearance, but that's not the case with the Specialized. Now I have no idea what changes they've made for 2010, but if the bottom bracket is the same height, get ready to nail some rocks. I'm not kidding. There was one incident where I was almost severely injured because of hitting my pedal in a spot that never should have happened, and had never happened before.
You can find people complaining about it all over the web, too, so it's not just me. Anyway, I just ordered my Rumblefish II. Before I did I compared the bottom bracket height to the bike I currently have, a Yeti 575, and it was comparable (I think even a little higher).

Anyway, just a word of caution from someone who's been there and is done with that. If Specialized has made changes to the frame this year, then it could be a great bike. But be careful. Good luck finding something awesome to ride!

[eric-29er]

I ride the Specialized in the '08 version, Have no issues with BB or pedal banging. At least no more than I did on any other FS bike. There is a MYTH that the 29ers have more clearance, which is actually false. They typically have the same as a 26. Thats why they feel so stable. For a bigger rider you actually feel like you are riding in the bike as opposed to hovering above it like you do with the 26" frame.

I am 6'5" 210lbs. I ride a L frame. Probably SHOULD have an XL, as I have had to lengthen the stem to 130mm and add an offset Seatpost but I am comfy on it now. If you are 6'4 you should look at L or XL, You will not need an XXL In my opinion.

I don't know that much about the Gary Fisher. I am sure it is a quality bike, but I can vouch for the Specialized. Quality frame and it shipps with quality components.
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2008 Stumpjumper FSR 29er.