MTB ? - Anyone ride the Epic 8

[rinconryder]

I currently have a pivot switchblade but am interested in the Epic 8 as it seems to fit my riding choices better. Epic 8 gets really good reviews as a CC bike but also as double duty for a semi down country ish bike. I threw a leg over both and the longer reach of the Epic 8 EVO felt a little better but that may be because I am used to the reach and slackness of the switchblade. Another thing that gives me pause above the EVO is that even Pinkbike gives the nod to the Epic 8 over the EVO version stating that they feel like the EVO is a compromised afterthought and 120/120 is how the Epic should be.

Anyway, would love input if anyone has been on one. Thanks.

Wes