Originally Posted by
RaleighSport
The only areas I know of with a higher cost of living are basically, SF NYC LA and a few of the major southern cities... it's pretty much worth it though for the weather, the beauty, and if your a wine-o you'll be in heaven.
And to give an indicator (my favored shop doesn't have anything high end in the online store right this sec, but this is a more realistic shop I go to.)
150 for this

The only reason I would pay $75 for that bike is the fact I could sell it for $150.