It's all good information to take in, thanks guys. I've been riding a 29er the last few weeks and I do like it. I know I'm gonna cut down my handlebars a little. Wouldn't mind trying a shorter stem either. Plus the more ride I the better I get. I know trying out different bikes is also a good idea. So I'll be at the Giant demo that Bike n Hike is putting on in a few weeks.