how is this bike? i saw one today at a local shop and loved the looks of it... i didnt test ride because it was a small frame and id need the large...

first thing i noticed though is id want to change out the bars and stem..

well, i cant tell. DB makes great first timer bikes. I still have my Sorrento from 4 years ago.

What are you ganna ride on? Try out the small just to make sure its not like a dorky feeling bike.

Well im 5'11, with a 32" inseem.. so the 19"(lg) is what i need

Sounds like you should try out a Md. from your size.Ride the decide. Why would you change the stem and bars without trying them out?

What are you ganna ride? XC, DH or Jumps? I think that bike will work for almost any thing. The brakes and fork are mabe not so good. I say go for it!