My thoughts lie with the RANS V3. I notice the seat height is actually lower than the seat on the TE or Gold Rush. I believe the bottom bracket is 26". If I decide to go with a dual 26" bike that will probably be the one. I haven't ridden a bike with the bottom bracket being that high or with a seat that is as laid back as the V3. I have owned a TE and a Gold Rush and liked both of those bikes. I need something that will climb better than the Easy Racers since I live in a very hilly area. Handling is also a large concern.I don't want to have to give up biking.