Actually, after riding it a few miles, I kind of like the handling with the wider tire in front. I think I will keep the 26 on the rear until it gets ruined. I have been looking at tires online, and there is a much better variety online than at any LBS. I also am reading the reviews, doing "shopping" searches. My internet connection went down just after 1:00 PM, but it's up again (had to call the IP on a cell phone, since the phone went down with it.)