Originally Posted by
bargainguy
The best thing you can do when you're considering a bike is to go ride it. That will tell you which bike speaks to you and which one doesn't, and it helps you define what exactly you're looking for. Fit and how the bike works for you is key.
As far as whether a newer Felt or an older Trek would fit that bill for you - that's a better question after you've ridden them both.
Amen. A bargain bike that rides like a dog is a dog.