Usually hardtails are in the minority around here (South Yorkshire), God knows why, it’s flat as owt. I solely ride hardtail, and will do until my body gives up. Like others have said, I know what’s going on with a ht, it makes everything a challenge, trying to ride as smooth as possible. A lot of the guys ride full sus because afraid to get rid of their 6 inch insurance policy, or at least it seems that way. Probably 20/80 split ht/fs.
I have to admit, I do like being the only hardtail rider, particularly when it’s the rest of them trying to chase me down the trail (call me pro, I don’t care 8) )