Originally Posted by
big john
I swore off hardtails in 1998. Last year I bought an enduro type bike, 160mm fork and 150mm rear with 27.5x2.8 tires. It really makes rocks and bumps easier and even rough climbs are smoother. The "plus" tires give great traction. The thing is no featherweight @32 pounds but it's a lot of fun to descend on.
Another thing it has is a dropper seatpost. I never had one before but now I am a believer. I will never have another mtb without a dropper. I highly recommend a dropper regardless of the bike you ride.
https://khsbicycles.com/bikes/2018-k...-6600-plus-18/
Nice bike; not sure what a dropper is; I will consult my friend Google for enlightenment. In this neck of the woods, figuratively and literally, the large majority of single track means riding numerous rocks and roots. FS is the way to go I just have not been mountain biking enough to justify it but an FS bike will certainly increase the appeal and help get me out there. I am considering renting one for a day just to give it a try.