Is the Comp XR really all that different from the Comp? I mean for someone whose never buggied before but wants to get into it would a comp(vs the XR) be A) more than sufficient and B) allow me room to grow in terms of my skill...I wanna get into some technical stuff but first obviously I must learn the basics.

there is a noticable difference in the Comp ST and XR+

1. the frame, XR+ is beefier
2. XR+ uses 20mm rear bolts, ever going to bend them on two wheels, ST uses 12mm?
3. XR+ seat has a more clearance from the rear axle, less chance of rubbing your elbows on the wheel
4. XR+ seat vs the ST seat is more confortable. I have yet to sit in a ST Seat longer than 1 hour unless I use a Spring Backrest or Custom Backrest. I can spend all day in a XR+ seat with no mods.

I prefer the XR+ just for the added mods you can choose from: 120cm rear axle, kinked downtube, extended siderails. not to mention you dont need to change the front fork to add a Midi Wheel. With only $100 in price difference, you'll be happy you went XR+ over the Comp ST.

my wooden nickel thought

+1 on the XR

I have both and prefer the comp for 2 wheel carving smooth lines and the XR for bashing and trashing...