Thanks for your replys, I heard lots of good stuff about the Manitou Tower Pro, but I’m struggling to find a tapered 29er qr version? I see your point about the wheels, but I’m quite happy with the ones on the bike currently, the only thing that lets it down is the coil fork which bottoms out in puddles, i have considered changing the coils and it is also possible for sram to convert the fork to air, but I’d rather upgrade it completely. Definitely sold on a Reba or a Manitou Tower if I can find one. I know you can get a reducer for the headset to fit a straight fork, but this does feel like a bit of a faff and a compromise. Thanks again for the help.
Jim