New bike recommended

[Hosco]

I´ll buy a mountain bike. I´m thinking spend more or less $ 400 / 500
Could you recommend me a hard tail bike among Cannondale - Trek - GT or GIANT?
Thank very much

[savagemann]

There are alot of good deals to be had on bikes right now, if you shop for a 2008 model.
The GT Avalanche line from 2008 is a great place to start for best bang for your buck.
Here are a couple examples from performance

http://www.performancebike.com/shop/...slisearch=true

http://www.performancebike.com/shop/...slisearch=true

Do you know what size bike you will need?
This model has the most sizes available............
http://www.performancebike.com/shop/...slisearch=true

The other brands you mentioned all have great offerings too, but I think the GT may be the best bang for your buck.
Happy hunting.

[kali000]

So x3 seven speed shifter is compatible with x5 rear dérailleur? Thanks