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"Tony" <[email protected]> wrote in message
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> I'm brand new to off-road biking and just got a Rockhopper Comp to get
> into the sport and see if I like it. As expected, I do like it and
> plan to get a full-suspension bike within the next year. I like
> Specialized and wonder what the difference is between the Stumpjumper
> FSR and the FSR-XC. I am leaning towards the Stumpjumper based on the
> components and reputation, but can anyone tell me if they know the
> difference in these styles of bikes? The Specialized website says
> they are both good for XC, but I guess I really don't know what cross
> country is if it isn't single track riding in South Florida (which is
> where I live).
>
> I would appreciate it if anyone can enlighten me as to the difference
> and any suggestions or experience with these 2 bikes. I know I could
> ask my LBS and plan to test each one out, but I like to get truly
> independent input. Thanks in advance!
>
> Tony
Your new bike sounds like a perfectly fine ride, but to answer your
question:
The Stumpjumper has a more aggressive frame geometry and weighs less. It
also has better quality components. All of the Specialized mtn bikes are
good values considering all that you're getting. This even applies to their
top-of-the-line S-Works bikes & frames.
If you can afford the Stumpjumper, get it. Otherwise, get the FSR. It
rains a lot in the sunshine state so also consider getting disc brakes.
Dave
news:[email protected]...
> I'm brand new to off-road biking and just got a Rockhopper Comp to get
> into the sport and see if I like it. As expected, I do like it and
> plan to get a full-suspension bike within the next year. I like
> Specialized and wonder what the difference is between the Stumpjumper
> FSR and the FSR-XC. I am leaning towards the Stumpjumper based on the
> components and reputation, but can anyone tell me if they know the
> difference in these styles of bikes? The Specialized website says
> they are both good for XC, but I guess I really don't know what cross
> country is if it isn't single track riding in South Florida (which is
> where I live).
>
> I would appreciate it if anyone can enlighten me as to the difference
> and any suggestions or experience with these 2 bikes. I know I could
> ask my LBS and plan to test each one out, but I like to get truly
> independent input. Thanks in advance!
>
> Tony
Your new bike sounds like a perfectly fine ride, but to answer your
question:
The Stumpjumper has a more aggressive frame geometry and weighs less. It
also has better quality components. All of the Specialized mtn bikes are
good values considering all that you're getting. This even applies to their
top-of-the-line S-Works bikes & frames.
If you can afford the Stumpjumper, get it. Otherwise, get the FSR. It
rains a lot in the sunshine state so also consider getting disc brakes.
Dave
