Update.... 10-28-05
I rode my new bike this afternoon/evening and had a great time (of course). I don't like the huge "Intense" tires, although they're fairly lite @ only 745g each. The bike rode as good as expected for a maiden voyage, but I hope to learn her curves more so on my next ride come Monday...
The 4-Bar Broadband suspension is great! Absolutely NO bob while pedalling anytime. The front fork can use a little air adjustment, but works very well for what it is.... Overall, I'm very pleased so far w/ the $510 bike.
BTW: It weighs 32 lbs. actually, according to my bath scales anyway.... Can you sue a company for stating a false weight?