Klein Palomino XX vs Trek Fuel 100 vs Devinci Moonracer LE

My LBS carries the above. I race for my LBS, so really those are my
choices.
I'm 36, competitive in my sport division (3rd overall in 03) and am
upgrading to a full suspension cause everyone kicks my ass on the
downhill part of the course.
I'm a strong climber whose more roadie than mtb'er lately.

Lets say that the fuel is the most expensive, then $400 less is the
Devinici and another 350 down is the Klein. Price isn't that much of a
factor but i want bang for the buck for sure.

I'm looking for a solid race bike that is also FUN; and since i race
all of 6-8 races /year..and its for stupid sport division...i have to
keep in mind what riding is all about.
Will the Maverick suspension be around in a year/2/4? is the trek fun
all around or is it harsh? etc.

I've never seen a review of the 04 klein or the devinci, but if anyone
can offer suggestions or non abusive comments about any of this i'd
appreciate it.

cheers.

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I had a Klein Adroit and the frame broke near the derailleurhanger.

For Warranty I could get a Palomino. But it was discepointing. I have size
extra large and the sadle became so far from the steer that I was too
horizontal on the bike. I changed it for a Attitude which is quite similar
as the Adroit, but not as nice.

I am sorry, I don't know anything about the Trek !

Good luck with your choice !

"Don" schreef in bericht
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My LBS carries the above. I race for my LBS, so really those are my
choices.
I'm 36, competitive in my sport division (3rd overall in 03) and am
upgrading to a full suspension cause everyone kicks my ass on the
downhill part of the course.
I'm a strong climber whose more roadie than mtb'er lately.

Lets say that the fuel is the most expensive, then $400 less is the
Devinici and another 350 down is the Klein. Price isn't that much of a
factor but i want bang for the buck for sure.

I'm looking for a solid race bike that is also FUN; and since i race
all of 6-8 races /year..and its for stupid sport division...i have to
keep in mind what riding is all about.
Will the Maverick suspension be around in a year/2/4? is the trek fun
all around or is it harsh? etc.

I've never seen a review of the 04 klein or the devinci, but if anyone
can offer suggestions or non abusive comments about any of this i'd
appreciate it.

cheers.

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