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^^^ I picked up the HardRock 29er August '13 (2014 model). I think it was about $800 out the door with lights, pump, and helmet. I rode BMX until 16, a dorm mates MTB on a couple occasions back in college. Biggest complaint is that it's heavier than my friends 15 year old MTB (26", but there is a big diff). Both are aluminum. That said, just rode up in the hills today and had a blast. I ride it on the street on occasion as well (with knobbies).

I didn't want to spend a fortune on a bike and then put it away after a couple of months and let it waste away. I figured this was a good entry level MTB to get back into riding. I figured I'd either sell this at a later time to help fund a new, better/lighter bike or keep it and buy a new one.