So if I read reviews of the Plug 3 (which is the lowest end one that has gears, although it is SRAM instead of Shimano), most of that should apply to the Performance Exclusive editions?

So far, I really like the bike, although I've only had time to ride it for a few miles. Only problem I have so far is the saddle -- it may be because I haven't been on a bicycle in the last few years, combined with my age, or it could be an adjustment issue. But after 2 miles my behind feels like it is bruised. I think I'll need to tilt the saddle forward slightly -- either that, or go back to a Brooks saddle (which is what had on my older mountain bike, which is sadly "missing").