Yeah i'm new to the sport. I think i'm going to go with the giant iguana, it has the most bang for the buck. From what i get, they make decent frames, so now i just look at componentry. It has better stuff then most bikes in the range, some shimano deore stuff(best i've seen on a bike in that range), manitou six shocks, everything seems pretty good. The peole are pretty nice where i've getting it. thanks for your help, anymore tips and info would be good.