Hi there,
@MW
My first ever Front suspension bike was a Rocky in 1993, and since then I didn't find a bike that fits me better and I feel more comfortable on. However, working in the business I ha the opportunity to test and ride a lot of other bikes, some good, some not so good, but it all depends on your personal preferences.
For example, I rode a Santa Cruz Heckler - not my kind, but the Bullit was quite nice. Specialized - one of the first Big Hit bikes, not bad, S-Works Fullys - not my world. ProFlex- don't get me started. Trek - nothing I liked. Cove Stiffee - beautiful Freeride Hardtail - cool bike. Fat Chance Bro Eddy - steel is real, very nice ride. Cannondale - nothing that fit me, but tey do have great road bikes. Turner Burner - hell of a bike, just a bitch to get one.
Merlin Ti - smooth ride. But after all, I stick with Rocky, beautiful craftsmannship and just a pleasure to ride.
Ride hard, ride free