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I have had a couple of Kleins. They are still a very fun bike to ride. I completely disagree that aluminum is a harsh ride. I would take it over a steel frame any day. Especially a Klein. These bikes were way ahead of their time. The geometry was much more rideable than any other mtb of it's time with the exception of some of the other custom builders. There have been improvements in the industry over the past few years but mostly is full suspension, not so much in hardtail frames. If you can grab an old Klein decked out with high end vintage parts for a good price, I would go for it. Throw some V brakes on it and go.