Originally Posted by
prj71
So what department store junk do you recommend?
Are those the only 2 options - $1000+ or department store junk?
I just spent 2 minutes on eBay and found multiple Trek and Specialized MTBs for sub-$1000 that are decent - and not way outdated - machines, suitable for an experienced rider who wants to try MTB, and would still serve them well if it became a frequent type of riding.