yeti no doubt. also, the 2011 575 has quite a few things to make it better (tapered HT, iscg tabs, beefier aluminum rear triangle, 142x12 rear axle, internal cable routing) so I would consider that as well. But if the price difference is alot i would go with the 2010.
GT is back in the game, that carbon force is a legit ride. I'd say you'd be pretty happy with either one, have you test rode them both? If not, make sure you give GT's Idrive a thorough flogging. It's a really fun suspension design.
There is no such thing as an "used Yeti"...:nono: ...it is better to say "a well appreciated Yeti":thumbsup: . Anyways, one's lost is another's gain...grab the Yeti.
I am not familiar with Yeti's warranty policy on used frames, but most companies don't really have one for used frames. Unless you are getting a killer deal on it, I would go for the new bike that comes with the warranty.
A friend used to have an idrive and he thought the suspension worked well.
I got a freind that ride a GT Force Carbon Expert and I have ridden his bike as well, and its a blast to ride, I ride a Reign sometime we switch just for the heck of it.
I am not familiar with Yeti's warranty policy on used frames, but most companies don't really have one for used frames. Unless you are getting a killer deal on it, I would go for the new bike that comes with the warranty.
A friend used to have an idrive and he thought the suspension worked well.
Yeah, I can't think of any company that warranties bikes as a policy if you aren't the original owner. I do know that Yeti has a great customer service and the best crash replacement program I know of. There are lots of stories on the Yeti forum that go "I bought the frame used and did....to it and Yeti took care of me anyway."
There is something to be said for being able to pick up the phone and talk to a live person in Colorado, not just a customer service person but some one with a title.
I also agree that GT is no department store brand anymore, just not a Yeti level ride IMO.
3 good companies making nice rides, not suprised just didn't know. Thanks.
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