Mongoose BootR

 A buddy just got this bike after riding the Black Diamond Triple....this Boot'r is a great bike. Outta the box perfection. It rips through rock gardens, land jumps smooth, and is a super fast in the flats.
This baby is worth the money, and is spec'd out better than most bikes that cost double it's price tag.

 I would have to say that the Boot'r has surprised me with its ability to perform in a variety of circumstances. When it comes to cornering the bike is quite agile and responds a lot quicker than most downhill race bikes. In the jumping category the bike feels very smooth and balanced in the air and the suspension is very plush on big hits (it has saved me a few times already). The Freedrive suspension does a good job of managing the bumps and I have appreciated the 8.5 inches of travel while riding trails that feature man made stunts and rough/technical downhill sections. Overall the Boot'r has been an amazing bike for me and I really have no complaints. If your looking for a downhill bike with a little bit more of a freeride side to it than I would say the Boot'r would definitely be worth considering.