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771 views 3 replies 4 participants last post by  BHertz 
#1 ·
Hey, I'm new to the forums. My name is Donald, and I am about 5'6 160. I am looking for a mountain bike to hit the trails and for the occasional ride around town. My brother recently bought a 2000 Rockhopper and recommended a Hardrock sport. The bike shop in town sells the Hardrock sport for $390 and the HRS disc for $500. I am leaning more towards the bike without disc brakes to save some cash. The bike shop also carrys Haro and Raleigh bikes, so I was wondering if, within a $400 budget, do Haro or Raleigh bikes compare with the hardrock?

Thanks for the help,

Donald.
 
#3 ·
I recommend getting the HR disc. It's quite significant, the power that disc brakes have over rim brakes these days. Granted, I do not know what type of disc brakes that the entry level HR has, or how efficient they are. Regardless, I think it's worth the extra money. Also, get your bike from a local, trustworthy bike shop. Seems like you're just starting off, so it would be better for you to be able to take it back anytime you need help or maintanence.
 
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