Hello! I have fallen in love with mountain biking using my boyfriends old HT gary fischer, a 17" that we shortened with a shorter stem and added a riser bar to better accommodate my smaller more upright frame.
Next spring I would love to make the transition to a FS bike, and we can get a pro deal only on Trek and Gary Fischer, so naturally I am looking at those companies. While I know the only real way to see if a bike fits is to test ride, I would love to see if anyone has any experiential advice that may aid my quest.
My questions are: #1. I am 5'5" and about 145#, so while I am smaller I am not that light. Does my not-exactly light frame preclude me from the intended benefits of a WSD bike... would a smaller men's bike better accommodate me?
#2. In terms of WSD bikes, does anyone have experience with the Trek Fuel Ex8 WSD or a Gary Fischer HiFi Deluxe GS? What are your opinions on them?
#3. Are there any women who are currently riding the men's versions of these bikes or something somewhat similar, such as the Trek Remedy? If so, what do you think?

Thank you ladies! I can't wait to keep improving on a new delicious bicycle.