It costs less, has better components, and works better than my 2 year old mtn. This bike is perfect for her. If we lost it tommorw we would replace it without hesitation. I would give it a perfect 10 except I think the components fall a little short for the price. I am riding just for pleasure, increasing my distance.
Bike is pleasurable to ride and tight.
Shifting is good and bike responds well to all I have used it for. I would like to have a better seat and will look to replacing it with a better one. Would recommend to another looking for the same needs I have. This a nice all around bike for me. The frame is of top quality, I have nothing but good things to say about this bike.