Recent content by Steko21

I agree with nickf regarding the smaller frame size and you'll also benefit from a slightly lighter bicycle. Should you need a little more room on the bike, swapping the stem out for a longer one is a relatively inexpensive way to provide a longer reach.

Welcome to the forum! I have the same bike and absolutely love it. The set-up is perfect for the rocky, rooty trails I ride in the Great Lakes region and New England. However, it is a big bike that has trouble when maneuverability is needed in tight single track. What fender do you have...