Originally Posted by MERTON
it will make the handling REAL screwy.
Well, that depends. If you're referring to a highly technical trail, yes the change will affect handling, but if you're referring to cross country, I don't agree. In fact, this bike is now my ATF for level, non-technical fast trail riding. The slightly longer wheel base combined with the fork made for one fast bike on fast trails. I prefer it over all three of our late model MTBs.