Quote Originally Posted by pardes View Post
If someone tried to steal Magdalene out from under my eyes, they'd have to come through me first. (I once took on six drunken hunters with a tire iron who were amusing themselves with hanging a hunting dog puppy....and I won. Arlo, the puppy, came home with me).


Alrighty, now I have an idea where you are headed. I really liked my hardtail because I actually enjoyed the feel of the trail underneath me. It was lighter and easier to handle BUT I didn't get as good of traction on uneven surfaces like I would with the full suspension. Also, my joints told me if I continue to play hard, I need to find a softer ride. Thus I bought the Epic.

Try all of them and see which one fits you best. I have tried Trek and Gary Fisher and Specialized just fits me better.