Originally Posted by
Speedway2
My 2 cents.....forgo the suspension. Saves you the weight/maintenance and the $$ can go towards better components and/or accessories eg helmet. Instead, buy a bike with wider tires and adjust the tire pressure until you find a compromise between comfort and performance.
To protect your wrist get a soft brace, athletic tensor band etc. Even a pair of decent gel padded gloves would do wonders. Good luck with your search and my advise is worth as much as you paid for it ......
Thanks, Speedway, appreciate the suggestion! Early days, but for the bikes I've looked at, seems like the ones with front suspension come with notably wider tyres than the ones without. But I'll keep looking!