Go one-hand shield hybrid with at least 5 riding.
Reason: Shielder is the only class for real men (and leshbians).
Crossbow is the most boring class ever. (no offense Dave, you know I love you).
Throwing is for people who dont understand melee very well (what you do, lesh). Why else would you want to throw at someone when you can finish him in melee what is way more satisfying.
Archery is the most nooby class right after cavalry.
And 2h/ polearm, well, its for boys with a little issue. Does a leshbian know what I am talking about? Probably not. I mean the bigger the weapon, the smaller...............