This is my Trek EX9 its been superb in the mounntains in North Wales

Looks ruddy expensive!

Deepending on what and how much you do this would be classed as a mid range, but yes for me it was bloody expensive

keeping in mind the front wheel is higher than the rear in this pic, the saddle looks very nose down.

Hi, the photo does give that look, it is however nearly flat with a very slight angle back when seated, not sure though where this comment is heading as seat angles etc are very indivdual to each rider.