Welcome, and congrats on finding your bike, even if you did not get it. At least you know what feels right for you, which is the most important thing. Where do you plan on doing most of your riding? Hybrids are nice and versatile but lack the finesse of a road bike. If a cross bike like the volpe is what you like, see if you can find a Kona dealer in the area and look at a Kona Jake. The Redline Conquest also gets some good reviews.
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Originally Posted by
colorider
Phobias are for irrational fears. Fear of junk ripping badgers is perfectly rational. Those things are nasty.