I currently have a vintage steel MTB commuter, but it has seen better days. Thinking I'll keep it for rainy day commutes. Main goal was for something that I could haul a kid trailer with. All of my bikes were 20+ years old (mountain, commuter, road) until a couple of years ago when I made the upgrade from a Univega Alpina 5.3 to a BH Lynx 4.8. Talk about a change... In any case, sold me on disc brakes for single finger modulation and sheer stopping ability in wide conditions, but I still think simple is best outside of hitting NE trails as full-speed, so no suspension or front derailleur was appealing.
This class of bike caught my eye as the closest thing to a vintage MTB available. Glad to hear those that have ridden it and agree.
Got a good deal on it, Raleigh is offering the Redux 2 (wanted the hydro discs) for $390 shipped. I abandoned the shopping cart and they sent me a 5% off coupon, bringing the total to $370. Should be here Friday.