I'm right at the height threshold that made the bike feel awkward to me. I went with the 26" Epic. I do remember riding a 29'er and feeling like I was sitting "in" the bike rather than "on" the bike. It should smooth out the ride for you and I think you'll love how it handles. But for me, it just felt too large and awkward--like a VW minibus.

PsyclePath, I know who put you on the Fisher. I would trust what he says and he has the experience to back it up. And I second the mtb skills--it truly translates to road bike and I'm a better roadie for it.