Hey all,
Noob here looking to get his first bike. I've been reading A TON on here and have learned a lot.
I'm in the $600-$700 and maybe can push more. I am looking for something that I can ride on dedicated trails here with some on-road.
Anyway in looking at the following two bikes, it seems the GT has WAY better components and is cheaper, sooo is the GT too good to be true? FYI, the Scott dealer is an easy ride from my house vs. the other shop which I would have to drive to.
GT Karakoram 2.0
GT Karakoram 2.0 29er Mountain Bike - 2013 - Save Up to 30% Off On Mountain Bikes
SCOTT Aspect 940 Bike - SCOTT Sports
Scott is $699 at local shop.
It seems like everyone really harps on having a minimum of deore so the GT just seems like the smarter play. How is the RockShox XC28 TK Mg?
Which is the better brand or is it down to components, the ride, or the LBS?
Any input is appreciated.
Thanks,
FG12351
Noob here looking to get his first bike. I've been reading A TON on here and have learned a lot.
I'm in the $600-$700 and maybe can push more. I am looking for something that I can ride on dedicated trails here with some on-road.
Anyway in looking at the following two bikes, it seems the GT has WAY better components and is cheaper, sooo is the GT too good to be true? FYI, the Scott dealer is an easy ride from my house vs. the other shop which I would have to drive to.
GT Karakoram 2.0
GT Karakoram 2.0 29er Mountain Bike - 2013 - Save Up to 30% Off On Mountain Bikes
SCOTT Aspect 940 Bike - SCOTT Sports
Scott is $699 at local shop.
It seems like everyone really harps on having a minimum of deore so the GT just seems like the smarter play. How is the RockShox XC28 TK Mg?
Which is the better brand or is it down to components, the ride, or the LBS?
Any input is appreciated.
Thanks,
FG12351