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Giant AC 1.0
PROS: Good spec; good geometry; big fun on the descents
CONS: Getting it to the top; flex
Ideal Buyer: You're a lightweight rider looking for a bike for extreme riding.
Price: ,500
Sizes: XS, S, M (tested), L, XL
Weight: 33.5 lbs.
Contact: 805/267-4600 | www.giantbicycles.com
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Whyat A 4
Pro: Unique, stiff front end
Cons: Rear-end flex; front doesn't work as well as traditional fork
Ideal Buyer: You love to be different.
Price: ,200 (frame only)
Sizes: 15.5, 17.5 (tested), 19 in.
Weight: 29 lbs.
Contact: www.whytebikes.com
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Gary Fisher HooKoo
Hits: Genesis geometry
Misses: Fork problems; sloppy brake levers
Ideal Buyer: You ride frequently in muddy conditions, and like a longer top tube.
Price:
Sizes: 15.5, 17.5 (tested), 19, 21 in.
Weight: 29 lbs.
Contact: 920/478-4686 | www.fisherbikes.com
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GT Avalanch 1.0
Hits: Great frame; tough wheels; five sizes
Misses: No rear disc; heavy
Ideal Buyer: You're a big boy riding in dry, flat conditions.
Price:
Sizes: XS, S, M (tested), L, XL
Weight: 29.5 lbs.
Contact: 800/743-3248 | www.gtbicycles.com
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Schwin Rocket 88
Pros: Much improved over last year's
Cons: Squirmy wheels; poorly positioned cables; blown shock
Ideal Buyer: You have to own a Schwinn.
Price: ,600
Sizes: 15, 17, 19 (tested), 21 in.
Weight: 25.5 lbs.
Contact: 303/939-0100, www.schwinn.com
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Detailed description of a product. This description could include: Basic information about the line of products and any information that you might use to describe your product. $ 19.95
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Detailed description of a product. This description could include: Basic information about the line of products and any information that you might use to describe your product. $ 19.95
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Detailed description of a product. This description could include: Basic information about the line of products and any information that you might use to describe your product. $ 19.95
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