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I was also having problems with numb palms on my racing hardtail. Have put on ergo grips by specialized and bar end. Also worked on strengthening core and shoulders. Lot of work but its good to ride again. D

Looks like a good deal. I am also riding a Bianchi Mountain bike. It has impressed me so far. You are looking at 15 grand minimum for a comparitive bike at retail prices.

I have been riding juicy 3s for two years. Honestly I have been a bit dissapointed. They are alright until you try and hit some technical riding. Than they just do not have the stopping power. Guess you can't expect more in this price range. They should meet the needs of most XC tracks though. I have also had a lot of allignment problems and have had to spend time trying to reduce rubbing. At the moment they have just been bled and are working nicely though.

A few friends and I hit Mankele for a holiday weekend last year. Without a doubt the best riding I have ever experienced. Loved all the small additions to the XC course. Cant wait to get out there again!!