I started out as a mountain biker. My husband and I had great trails near the house and I had a full squish (suspension) and tore up the trails. Fast forward to husbands back surgery. Sold all the mountain bikes and went to road bikes. Years as a roadie I got the itch and bought another full squish. It's a challenge and alot of fun. It seems that I never come out without a scratched knee or elbow, thats just me though. I just went out today and got a Trek 4300 closeout for a steal, $299. The thing is a blast and actually more fun that the full squish hotness. It's addicting!