Haha...when it comes to saddle height and bike sizing I always say the same thing. No formula works. It is preference. I run my bike small and my seat height low. Everyone would look at me like I was nuts but its the only way I can ride the trails without feeling like death is near ...

Congrats on the bike, glad you are enjoying it. Are the decals clear coated on? I thought specialized decals you could remove?...and you can stip the paint and paint alumn I just don't know the technique...