I never took the time to see if they made a 26 inch Stump jumper. I assumed they didn't anymore. It seems that most company's are getting away from 26 inch hard tails. I really like Scott's Scale 30, but after trashing one carbon bike on the trails I would rather not buy another!

I am going to take a few bikes on the trails before I make my purchase. I really like the fact the Evo is 1x10. If I go the route of the niner I will most likely build a Rock hopper SS also. Mybe even the SJ ss.