Thank you for the fine welcome - my dad and I just picked up an Electra Townie for my mom - her balance isn't the best but she has been anxious to get a bike. The flat foot technology looks like it will suit her to a tee. It's really pretty too it's the Hawaii version in black and white and we're giving it to her as a suprise tonight - my 4 kids are so excited - I hope they don't spill the beans! We'll be at the Kensington Metropark this weekend so she can break it in perhaps I will see some of you there!