Quote Originally Posted by emily_in_nc View Post
Do you have any idea of the virtual top tube length?
According to Trek's website, it has an effective TT length of 55.5cm/21.9inches.

The spec of this bike is the same as the 2009 bike. The only components that have undergone significant development in the interim are the shifters and front mech; Shimano replaced the LX groupset with the SLX groupset in the mtb world (I believe LX has been redeveloped for touring bikes). If I were tossing up between the '08 bike and the '09 bike I would certainly go for the '08 and save some $$.

Are there any other bikes you are considering? Try and ride a few, for real on dirt if possible.