Originally Posted by willydstyle

As much as I miss my BYB, I think this bike is actually going to be more practical for my daily use, as it's got a more useful rack, and the front basket is very convenient for carrying a lock and light groceries. I thought the looks of the bike were pretty ho-hum and I'm picky about my saddle, bell, and pedals so I immediately upgraded it for aesthetic, comfort, and function. I had also purchased a shimano Zee drivetrain that I was planning on upgrading my BYB with, but I never got the chance to, so it looks like this bike's going to get the 10-speed upgrade too, probably this weekend.