Hi Khani, I dont have a great deal of bikes to compare with,I have ridden a mates Camber 29er and as a mile muncher it works but it is like riding a sofa,really seems to numb the experience.I would like to try and keep the price as low as possible so a used frame would probably fit my needs,making use of the bits from the Boardman.I seem to struggle with steep inclines,which I am sure is down to my technique/fitness, but if I can help myself with better/more suitable kit then why not? On the other hand (and at the risk of a ban) I would like to try a 650b, just to get it out of the way you understand!