Do you plan on getting this 26inch version or the new 27.5 version? As for this one, its super fun! It rides like a short nimble DH bike. I currently have the rear set at 178, so its very plush but keeps its posture and rides high in the travel so it pedals very well. Then, I have the chainstays set at the short setting so, it likes the tight sections and steeps we have here in Japan. Overall super fun!