Originally Posted by
Steeletoeboots
Basically I am looking for the same type of bike with the straight bars but with a more gears and better shifters etc and possibly a smoother ride on our terrible Chicago streets. 99.99% of my riding will be on paved surfaces, streets, paved trails etc. and rarely an occasional crushed limestone trail.
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Sorry your new bike was stolen.
If there is any possible way you can swing it I vote for the 7.6 or higher....the IsoZone monostay dampens pesky vibrations and makes for a very smooth ride over most surfaces. The component group is nicer on this model as well.
Have fun making a selection.