uppercut wroteCheers much appreciated!
I reckon the majority would be trails and not too wild and wooly.
I do like the look of the Marin.. but wonder if I'm getting my head turned by its stylish looks!
Are these big fat tyres really the way to go, or just a passing fad?
No doubt they're a fad but if they work, they work. It's like 26" bikes. They still work. It does look great but there are practical reasons for buying a bike like that given what you want to do. The big tyres will cushion the trail etc.
Try and find one to have a spin on.
Surly and Salsa do a lot of similar bikes. Charge too.