It's safe to say that Blake loves hardtail mountain bikes. At the same time, it's safe to say that @embn's Steve Jones does not... Could Blake's passion for all things hardtail break through to Steve and change his mind, or would the lure of a battery, motor, and some rear suspension be too strong?

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