22" is a great size. Do you have room for 26", $$ for it?, can you reach across? I have an HQ Avante and it is a good size for me--I am 5'3". If you really like this one then get it. That is a key point, if you don't feel comfortable with it you won't use it. This is for YOUR pleasure. I love my longarm, and yes it takes some practice and time to get it mastered (if you ever do!!!!). At times I think it masters me!