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| Pros | I have the 2006 model. Plush feel and great at absorbing the rough stuff. Climbs great for a heavier bike. Judy J4 RockShox front fork is better than expected. | | Cons | heavier than my riding buddies bikes. | | Verdict | I love this bike. We've been through wars together. My buddies have all spent double what I did yet the GT delivers and I have no problem matching their performance on the trail. | | Recommended for: Value seekers |
| Pros | I've owned this bike for about a month and a half and love it. This thing is a serious climber -- I never notice any bobbing thanks to the i-drive system, and aesthetically, it is a great looking bike. I have heard a few people complain about the weight, but I've never felt like it is slowing me down. I didn't want to drop $3-4k on a new bike, and I can't imagine finding a better value than this one. | | Cons | The rear shock is pretty basic, Fox Vanilla Float (no rebound adjustment) | | Verdict | This was my first full-suspension, and I think it is a steal for anywhere close to a grand. I paid a bit more for it a couple months ago, but I've seen it lately for $1100 -- well worth the money. | | Recommended for: Value seekers | |
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