In the market for a MTN bike

Best bet is a decent hardtail 29r size large for your frame. 29rs roll faster on the road than 26 all else being equal. Covering 15-20 miles is no problem especially if the rear tire treads are low profile like a Small Block Eight from Kenda. Decent knobs in front for control on dirt and rock.

Here's a 04 Specialize enduro S work..

http://www.bikepedia.com/QuickBike/BikeSpecs.aspx?year=2004&brand=Specialized&model=S-Works+Enduro#.Ufw7Eqa9LCQ

I was gonna put it up for 1200$ but anyone with a ncka sticker on their truck can get for $1000
Let me no if this is what u r looking for

Best bet is a decent hardtail 29r size large for your frame. 29rs roll faster on the road than 26 all else being equal. Covering 15-20 miles is no problem especially if the rear tire treads are low profile like a Small Block Eight from Kenda. Decent knobs in front for control on dirt and rock.

+1

Spot on for that use, riding in and out of spots.  You could of course also go crazy and get a cargo bike- then you could even carry a short sot or sup for hitting those spots.

Here's a 04 Specialize enduro S work..

http://www.bikepedia.com/QuickBike/BikeSpecs.aspx?year=2004&brand=Specialized&model=S-Works+Enduro#.Ufw7Eqa9LCQ

I was gonna put it up for 1200$ but anyone with a ncka sticker on their truck can get for $1000
Let me no if this is what u r looking for

what size is that enduro - I have a buddy who is very interested.   (that's if Matt is not interested )

its a medium

I'm having to wait. Thanks for the offers fellas. These furlough days are t allowing me to replace my bike for a while.
Plus it's salmOn season so I gotta get some more gear! And a new pole.

Priorities!

Check Craigslist lots of good local deals on MTB's

its a medium

would that fit someone on whos more less 6 feet tall?