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I am deciding between a trek top fuel 8 gen 4 new bike or 2023 used fuel EX 9.8 xt. Will be riding greens and blues and enjoy trail biking. As a newbie, I enjoy roots and obstacles, I get most skittish on the long downhills with obstacles, I want traction. I love uphill climbs so far. It’s where I am confident. I do not ride fast, maybe one day, I just enjoy the paced ride. I don’t foresee myself going down steep long descents or jumping more than a foot or so as I gain experience. I want a bike that can get around and keep me confident as I learn. I have heard on new top fuels you can adjust travel as well and they are getting closer to an all around trail bike? As they used to be XC bike only and lighter weight. If I need more traction on top fuel I could upgrade tires and keep a light fun bike? I am a bit nervous on buying a used carbon bike with no warranty? It’s coming in at same price with discount I can get on the 8?
I ride in nc, ga, tn… thanks!