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Thanks folks!!! You've all been a great help. This site rocks

Thanks a mil!!!! This might sound like a stupid Q, but what's the difference btwn 6061 and 7005 with regards to the frame? Besides if I'm gona buy a bike I'd probably want to consider the best frame i suppose.

Geeeeee... Thanks for all the responses, don't stop. With the figures suggested I realized that I was in serious trouble, but the GT will have to do for now. I must admit I was leaning towards the Kona - really like the frame, still have to try it for size though. Anyone know of a good second-hand 17"? Any other suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks!!

I'm an entry-level mtb guy and would like to get something in the range of about R5000 - R6000. I'm stuck between a GT 1.0 Disc and a Kona Cinder Kone. Any Advice?? Thanks!