Test ride #2: Breezer Villager, diamond frame, 17.5" (too small for me). I rode is last evening, in the dark in Cleveland (Lakewood). Roads were dry and snow was in the forecast, so I was glad to do it then. My father-in-law drove his car behind me and I managed a decent average rate of speed (15 mph estimate), even with the seat too low and the tires underinflated. I was again impressed with the responsiveness of the Breezer. I'm going to buy one shortly.

The light system worked well and was bright enough. The drag on the wheel was minimal. The Nexus 7-speed shifted just as smoothly and quickly as the Nexus 8-speed on the Uptown. I loved it!

Once I freespun the back wheel, there was less drag than before (different bike), but there was a trace of it. It came to a stop noticeably before the front wheel for identical spins. Still, this is not an issue for me.

I think the gearing range is the only remaining issue I have. I might go for an alternate setting, so the high end is better covered. However, I'll wait until I see how it does on the big hill on my commute. I'd prefer the 8-speeds hub on the Uptown and might try to get that changed out. However, the Uptown isn't for me since I don't ride in the dark that often and there is some wheel drag from the front hub generator. I wouldn't want to pay the $140 premium for that model.

Paul--I like the speedometer to better track my commuting time and distance. I sometimes go different routes. I also like to see my speed.

I can't wait to get my new bike!