One difference between 28- and 26-inch wheels is that I can't lean into my turns as much now. I used to be a giant slalom kind of biker, now I'm a simple slalom kind of biker. Other changes include having to pitch my torso forward (because the handlebars are low and cannot be raised) enough that checking what is going on behind me is a little precarious. But don't worry, I'm getting used to it. Also to the male frame, which requires adapting to a different embarkation/debarkation technique.

The crucial issue is how light it is, and how the smaller wheels make it easier to pedal. I had no idea the difference would be so detectable.