Originally Posted by
deerfly
The bouncy seat, the high rise handlebar/bar end arrangement. Those aren't "upgrades". You have a really nice performance Hybrid that's been turned into a comfort bike.
I like the extra hand positions the bar ends provide. Provides more comfort as needed. The handlebars/stem can be lowered as I get more comfortable. The seat is the original seat, the post has changed. The bike as is, is still under 20 lbs and meets my needs. As I advance, I can make adjustments.