This forum is so helpful to a newbie - thank you!
All of this being said, I can test the bikes in my first post, but not the Public, because they are not sold near me. If I purchased one, it would be taking a chance, and I'd really hate to send it back and eat the shipping costs if it didn't work out. Also, the bike store I want to purchase from offers free assembly, free kickstand, 10% off of all accessories for one year and lifetime free adjustments.