MERIDA BIG 9 300 or GT KARAKORAM 2.0

[spiderkzn]

Hi all

 

I'm just new to forum and I'm planning to purchase new mtb as I would need your advice. Which one I should take Merida or GT? See spec and pic below and let me know.

 

 

Merida Big 9 300

 

Aluminium Frame

29er wheelset

30 speed

Shimano XT Rear derailleur

Shimano SLM430 shifters

Shimano Acera front derailleur

Tektro Draco hydraulic disc brakes

SR Suntour XCM lock out shock

 

R8695

 

 

GT Karakoram 2.0

 

Aluminium frame

29er Wheelset

27speed

Shimano Deore Rear derailleur

Shimano Alivio Front derailleur

Shimano Alivio Shifters

Rock Shock XC28 TK Fork

Shimano M395 Hydraulic Disc brakes

 

R7895

[Warren911]

Out of these, I'll take the Merida

[Wimmas]

Have a look at the following bike as well http://www.buycycle.co.za/index.php?dispatch=products.view&product_id=7848

[spiderkzn]

Thank!