Originally Posted by
KayGee
Perhaps, especially if money is a big issue or if the terrain wouldn't be better for a FS. From my wife's experience though, she much prefers the FS because, according to her, it handles better than her previous hardtail (which was relatively low end and which she rarely rode) and is better for the terrain we go riding on, i.e., more rocky, bumpy, etc.
I agree with you KayGee.
DonValley maybe you should have your wife test ride a few models instead of having you pick her out one. That way she will get one she likes and you will know if it fits her.