Best "long travel" trail bike I ever rode. Very smooth and travel felt endless when it was needed....and then I sold it to buy a rigid 29er because trails were no challenge anymore
ive had a kona kilauea for 12 years, done countless thousands of miles on it. felt every bump up my back, its still running true. but now im old and want some cushions but ive never thought of it from the perspective of loosing the "challenge".
just one more thing to consider when i buy my new ride.
i hope you enjoy the 29er and thanks for taking the time to reply.