I purchased the bike 2 months ago, after coming from a Merida hardtail. I absolutely love this bike, dual suspension makes it all so enjoyable. The design in particular is perfect and the parts used on the bike are quality for the price, well put together and the quality of the matte finish is beautiful. Great trail bike and makes hill climbing easy. Seat is comfortable and easy to tune your suspension. Fantastic bike for outdoors and city, which I enjoy riding so much its hard to go back to the daily hardtail.