Buy a nice used bike on mtbr.com or on ebay.  Lots of bargains from guys who buy $1,000.00 + bikes and never ride them or upgrade. 

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From: jack_brooks_trails@yahoogroups.com [mailto:jack_brooks_trails@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Josh Cools
Sent: Saturday, July 09, 2005 6:24 AM
To: jack_brooks_trails@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [jack_brooks_trails] New Bike

I'm in the market to buy a new mountain bike and am looking for some
advice. Its use will primarily be on Jack Brooks. The only problem is
that I only have $500 - $600 to spend. I appreciate any help!