whats up str8jakett! I got my 9er at East Coasters. They said it ought to be in by the end of the week (I hope it is!). Im not too familiar with the area yet so I dont know where pandapas pond is. I got a couple trail maps from East Coasters though. So youve never been off road yet? My "off-road" experience probably would be considered street riding by the pro's standards. And I dont plan to be jumping over and bolders or flying down a 40% grade any time soon lol. Im hoping to use it for the commute to campus on some days just for the exercise and hit some trails in my free time. Are you planning any off road excursions anytime soon?