I have an 09 Genius 40. I’ve had it about a month and ridden it on all kinds of trails, even did an uplift day at Innerleithen. I’ve found that if you follow the chart on the shock but take 10kgs of your weight and set the pressure at that feels much more responsive, absolutely hugs the trails. On the 1 – 10 rebound setting I set it at 3, for increased damping, seems to work a treat. The main thing is to match the fork and for rebound so you’re not yo-yoing on the decents.
I’m loving the TC mode and find that on smoother red routes (spooky wood) full travel (150mm) is not required as you get more of a lift from TC mode……Sweet ride.
M.