I'm in the market for a new bike. Selling my Air 9 and moving on to a full suspension bike. I've been researching and narrowed my choices down to these 2 bikes. I race XC - so I'm looking for a race oriented bike. I believe these both fit the bill. MSPR on the Giant is $4650 and on the Spec is $4200. I can get either one of these for $3500, give or take $50.
Has any one ridden both? Or either? What are your likes / dislikes about either of these? As a racer or aggressive rider, which of these would you choose and why? Are there any other bikes I should consider at this price point?
Anthem X Advanced 29er 1 (2014) - Bikes | Giant Bicycles | United States
Specialized Bicycle Components
Giant is having a demo day at a trail near me next week - so I'll be out there - hoping they'll have an Anthem Advanced, but suspecting it'll be a regular Anthem.
Thanks in advance for your responses.
Has any one ridden both? Or either? What are your likes / dislikes about either of these? As a racer or aggressive rider, which of these would you choose and why? Are there any other bikes I should consider at this price point?
Anthem X Advanced 29er 1 (2014) - Bikes | Giant Bicycles | United States
Specialized Bicycle Components
Giant is having a demo day at a trail near me next week - so I'll be out there - hoping they'll have an Anthem Advanced, but suspecting it'll be a regular Anthem.
Thanks in advance for your responses.