Cheers Ridg, I'll look for something with around 100mm of travel then I think.
I'm considering getting some hydraulic rim brakes for now as they're very cheap, but will do the job nicely
no worries, your main problem is gonna be finding a set cheap that will take v or rim brakes, have you considered spending slightly more and going for a bike with disc brakes from the off?
What do you guys wear to go cycling?
depends what and were I'm riding, if it's trail then baggy shorts with 661 kyle straight knee pads and a baggy top, if it's XC race then I'll wear I proper jersey, bib shorts and baggy shorts of the top to help keep my arse dry.
I'd recommend getting a pair of cycling shorts or something with a decent pad as they do make the ride more comfortable, this also comes down to your saddle / suspension choice.