Is there a club near you that is MTB oriented? There may be a few guys who ride around you who can point you in the right direction, and give you an idea of the sort of bike you may need, to get where you want to go.
Marlins seem pretty sweet for entry level. I see them go for more up north. I'm in Central, B-N to be exact, and Marlins run about that here, when not on sale. I think Vitesse may have a sale going. I don't think you've been duped, nor have you overbought for the trails around your area. It is...
Local Pawn Shops can be a good source, if you know what you are looking for, and have a feel for the local scene, what sort of trails, etc, and what you will need to take you there. But you have to have the ability to
1) Determine if a bike will fit you, properly
2)Know the area, and what kind...
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