For right now I will be riding local trails, going to bike trails on some state parks, nothing too hardcore. I don't really have a preference as far as 26 or 29. I would like a full suspension if I can get one because it would be nice to have that option. I'm waiting for my local bike shop to bring the used fuel from a further location so I can see if it fits right, and to make sure it's in good condition. The fuel is $1,000, and the x-cal is $1,200. Right now I'm leaning towards the x-cal, but that can change.