Thanks for all the input it really has helped. I went out yesterday and looked at bikes again. I have decided to just go with a HT, but now have to pick between a 26 or 29er. Took a 08 GF Cobia at Trek for a spin and it felt really good but left me wondering with the bigger dia tires how would the maneuverability be like on the trails. What are your thoughts? I know a few of you have offered to go out with me and let me try one of your bikes and would like to take you up on that. This would give me a change to try some different bikes out on the trails and meet some fellow bikers. PM me with a date and time that will work for you and I will see if I can coordinate that time away from the family.

Thanks, Greg