If you want the disc brakes and suspension fork, it sounds like a good deal. The LBS is working with you to make your bike happen. My 2004 came with 700c x 28 tires. I am 5' 9" and weigh 145 lbs. I upgraded my tires to 700x25 Continental Ultra Gatorskins for a faster ride. I think you would do well with the 700x28 tires. They would be a little more forgiving and give you a comfortable ride. Be sure to make sure that you are talking with your LBS about a 2005 Giant Cypress SX or a 2005 Giant Cypress LX. The SX is $750 MSRP and the LX is $470 MSRP. Good luck.
Last edited by EXCALIBUR; 07-11-05 at 09:25 PM.