[Blake]

Thanks for the heads up guys, appreciated.

I think it'll be a while yet before I get to the stage where I need to spend oddles of cash on kit, just looking out to help keep fit and have a "play" whilst doing it.

I'll definatly be visiting the local cycle shop for pointers, thats for sure (really didn't think there was so much to think about), My aim is basically having fun, off-road, you know.. things like pit tips and forest routes.

Maybe I should get a Raliegh Bomber, good old sturdy bikes in the day .. hehe.

Again, cheers for the info, a little wiser now