Time to find out for myself . . .

[Becky]

I'm glad that you liked it! I luuuuuuuuuuuv mine!

Regarding the body position thing: This was the hardest part to get "right" when I built up my 29er. Depending on the rider's height and proportions, getting the bars low enough can be a challenge due to the height of the front wheel. DH, at 6' tall, didn't have the same issue that I did. I ended up with a flat swept bar (11*), the flattest stem that I could find, and no spacers installed below the stem. It's a nice balanced position, not super-agressive, but I can definitely get "boobs to tube" if I need to and it's comfy all day.

Be prepared to tinker with the cockpit a little...

[limewave]

Regarding the body position thing: This was the hardest part to get "right" when I built up my 29er. Depending on the rider's height and proportions, getting the bars low enough can be a challenge due to the height of the front wheel. DH, at 6' tall, didn't have the same issue that I did. I ended up with a flat swept bar (11*), the flattest stem that I could find, and no spacers installed below the stem. It's a nice balanced position, not super-agressive, but I can definitely get "boobs to tube" if I need to and it's comfy all day.

Be prepared to tinker with the cockpit a little...

I was discussing trying almost the exact same set-up you just described. Glad to know that it works for you!

[Becky]

I was discussing trying almost the exact same set-up you just described. Glad to know that it works for you!

Thankfully, it worked, as there weren't many other options! Fortunately, I have long legs and my bike has a short head tube, both of which really helped with achieving my preferred position.

Have fun shopping!

[bellissima]

I will be picking up a 29er tomorrow to see if I like it, from you test rides it sounds like is going to be fun! I can't wait