Originally Posted by
DrDyno
The point I am making is: If you don't like the "fit" of a bike, it is, for the most part, pretty inexpensive to correct.
Thanks! Your suggestions are something to consider. I'm realizing - especially with the Brompton - that less is more. I'm still waiting to hear back from a few others if I can get a good deal on an alternate bike. If not, maybe I will go back and seriously reconsider Option 1. I used to do a lot more work on my own bike when I was younger so I'm pretty sure I can manage: my concern is more on whether or not the investment into more parts and components is worth it at this point.