I just got a new Specialized Myka HT Elite Disc 29er too. I love it. I hated my Trek and recently learned that it was too small for me, which may explain why I never fell in love with it. Mine is the 2013 model in gray with purple and white trim. No knee pain and even my shoulders and arms feel no discomfort - which was happening with the Trek, especially the knee pain. It pays to be short as I got a great end of season deal on it. Hubby came home with a new mtb too. (I went into the shop looking for a new biking jacket)