Just had my bike stolen last night. I live in Minnesota & commute (not far) every day year round.
Am looking to get a new bike in the $300+ range.
I like the raised handlebars (bad back), Grip shift (easier to shift when I'm wearing big leather mittens in the wintertime), and something not too heavy.
I've seen:
Specialized crossroads sport $319
Giant Cypress DX $299
Raleigh 2004 SC300 Comfort bike $399

Any opinions on these or others that I should look at?

thanks