One thing to look at in a mountain bike is do you want suspensions or not? I've got a front suspension but nothing on the back (hardtail). Husband thinks I'm nuts, and would never ride without his full suspensions. It's all preference. Maybe rent a bike or two in different configurations to see what you like?
Disc brakes are good in a MTB. Easier on the hands when going down long steep hills. I had a bike with rim brakes and then changed to disc and it was amazing.
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