Well repair isnt needed acutally, since she bought the bike 10 years ago she is 26 now.. Anyways disk brakes and front shocks are a must have, I usually go really fast, since where I live is the elevated part of the city I sometimes have to overcome some obstacles when drivers are careless. What about bike size, Im around 1,7 meters tall.. Theft issue is non existant, must of the times I take care of my bike like it was family so always under sight. About options I've seen some websites of the local retailers and they have cannondale, specialized and someothers but I don't think they have a big variety. I've actually been interested in two bikes from specialized since they are just around my budget, The Crosstrail you mentioned and one of the rockhopper series. Anyways would love to hear all of your suggestions and tips.