Originally Posted by
celerystalksme
i tried out a specialized hardtail (can't remember the model) and a specialized epic comp from my LBS on some trails and hills. call me wussy, but man...that full suspension was a much nicer ride! so plush! it's like i was riding in a rolls royce or something.
but everything i have read on the internet would suggest a hardtail is the better option. LBS rep says hardtail is obsolete...
absolutley a full suspension would be plusher ride. But you describe mostly smooth terrain and light riding. So you could end up with a 4" travel up front and back and you'll only end up using about 1" of it. On a hardtail you can run a larger tire with a lower pressue tire and get plush ride on the same smooth terrain.