Excellent handling trail bike, No noticeable difference in handling from a 26". Larger tires roll nicely over fire road and single track. Aestically the bike looks very balanced.

Well at least for my style of riding I have found none so far. It rides as I expected.

For me the bike is beautiful. I am 5'-10" so a 29er would look funny. Big tires, small frame. A bike should look balanced regardless of ride quality. It handles exceptional as well. I like trail bikes with a laid back handling. Kept the same geometry as my 97 Salsa Single Speed frame. This set up is not for everyone. For one I never run suspension on any of my bikes. I like the mix of old school and new technology on this. A little different flavor.

Similar Products Used:

1997 Salsa Ala Carte Single Speed, 1996 Salsa La Cruz Cyclo Cross, 1994 Yo Eddy