It has allowed me, a person with carpal tunnel to enjoy riding a bike. I don't have the STR though, just the front suspension. I may add a Cane Creek to the seat though.
Given the price and the questionable durability; wide tires, low psi’s, trained legs, arms & body can accomplish a very supple ride. Gravel bikes showed me that for many many years, I lugged around and spent excess money on pointless mtb suspension to tackle terrain, body and tires could more effectively handle.
