I have a GF Utopia (the predecessor to the DS bikes) and my wife has a 7.2 FX. I used to take mine off road occasionally but haven't in over a year. I still like riding mine over the FX bike. My wife and I are about the same height so her bike fits me well and mine fits her well. Now, she enjoys riding her FX more than the DS. The geometry is different. I'd recommend trying both and seeing what you like and what feels right for you.