Hi there! I am looking at getting a bike that is lighter and faster than my current comfort bike. But comfort is of course, important! My current bike is really heavy and I can't go very fast on it (~10-11 mph). I am trying road bikes and having a devil of a time because my right hand keeps going numb.

So I want to look at hybrids - which are billed as "road bikes with a more relaxed geometry." However, they all seem to weigh substantially more than comparable road bikes. Are there no light fast bikes that will support a higher handlebar and perhaps a more comfortable seat?

Thanks for any information.