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Comparing Brands for New Hybrid Bike (first actual bike purchase ever)

Hello everyone, new here so take it easy please

I have decided to buy myself a new bike. The last bike I had was a hand-me-down and definitely had a number of issues I've been putting up with. It was a 1970 something Schwinn Super LeTour for those interested. So today I stopped by the local Specialized dealer and found the Specialized Sirrus line. I really liked the Specialized Sirrus Sport. (I cant post links because I'm new) The carbon fork seemed to make a big difference during the test ride. Overall, the bike feels pretty much perfect.

However, over the weekend I also stopped by the local Dicks, and found the Schwinn Signature Men's Super Sport Hybrid bike. (Again, sorry I can't post a direct link for everyone).

Now these two look pretty much identical to me. Does anyone have any experience with the Schwinn? Its $400 cheaper, but the only difference I can see with my amateur eyes is the cable pulled disk brakes.

Any comments are greatly appreciated.
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