Georgena Terry answered my post - she says the 'cross bike info will be posted here http://www.terrybicycles.com/cycling_savvy/ tomorrow, Weds Jan 7th 09! I'm pretty interested. My bike mechanic said if I'm only going to race 1 or 2 cross races a year that I should consider just buying a mt bike and not even bother to change out the fork, not enough weight savings to make it worthwhile. But if I want to race more, to get a 'cross bike. He also mentioned that as the 'cross season ends in 2 weeks here, that I should keep my eyes open for someone hoping to upgrade and sell their frame. (except I need a really little frame). So maybe I'll still get an inexpensive hardtail and work on my skills til the next 'cross season, try some more races, and go from there! Tokie