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This thread was started 11 years ago by a psychotic mountain biker hater. Please stop posting to this thread and simply let it fade away.

What kind of trails? Why do you prefer full suspension? How much do you want to spend?

Surely a preemptive spam post. A rare combination of complete jibberish, yet no misspelled words. I'm somewhat intrigued.

Are you sure that's safe? I don't think you are considering the added torque of effectively adding a 6' hitch extension, because your tongue weight rating will be greatly reduced.

Why is it so hard to admit you acted aggressively by blaring the horn during the entire pass of the cyclists? You were ****** off because of the inconvenience, and the blaring horn allowed you to vent your anger. The fact that it may have warned (scared) the cyclists of your presence is...

You've changed your tune that the "horn blaring" was simply a goodwill gesture to let the cyclists know you were passing:

As is stated above, they are both reputable bike brands. Don't let a lack of reviews deter you from the bike you want most. That being said, maybe the type of terrain you plan on riding could help you decide. The Giant is more of a road bike hybrid, whereas the Jamis is more mountain bike...

You will need a "suspension corrected" rigid fork that is comparable in length (crown to axle) to your current fork.

All things being equal, why not pick the cheapest? As a price conscious fan of Italian bikes, I like the Wilier Izoard XP.

Your questions can be better answered if you tell us what sort of mountain bike trails you plan on riding. A hardtail is faster and more responsive on smoother terrain, but full suspension is faster and more comfortable on rough terrain. A 26er accelerates faster and is more maneuverable...

That's a beautiful bike.

I can't remember if this website has any testing data, but I've referenced it many times to expand my "brain bucket" knowledge: Bicycle Helmet Safety Institute

How you doin? On a more serious note, the Trek is better equipped with the Sora/Tiagra 9-speed components. I see the Trek comes with either a double (compact) or triple crankset - which one are you looking at? The triple will give you lower gearing if you plan on tackling steep/long climbs.

Especially ones with streamers....

That's a tough question to answer, but I've always used this formula: √144*(4*π)/(2+7.230334*.029)*.03 ≈ X mph

Awesome. What color handlebar streamers did it have? I had red ones on my BMX and got clocked at 32mph going uphill, in the snow, barefoot!

I gave you the benefit of the doubt, and reluctantly answered all of your questions. Seems my first instinct to ignore your dumb ass was more appropriate. Lesson learned.

In handlebar terms, I liken it to the difference between simply placing your open hands on the handlebar vs actually gripping the bar with your fingers and thumbs. Or the difference between wearing slip-on style flip flop shoes vs. lace up shoes. Which scenario would you have more control...

IMO, you will see a minimal increase in efficiency/speed, but you will have much more control over the bike. Also, you don't have to worry about foot position on the pedals, nor about your foot slipping off. As a beginner, however, you will probably suffer the dreaded slow speed fall when you...