Originally Posted by esaunders

After riding my step-brother's mountain bike, I've come to the realization how heavy and slow my beloved Diamondback comfort bike really is. If I want to get involved in group rides, I'm definitely going to need something lighter and faster.

So, if I were to look for another bike to add into the mix to fit the following criteria, what would be some good recommendations
... not super expensive
... light but not looking for carbon everything
... good commuter for streets and paved paths
... frame style suited to 5'4" with long legs, but short body and arms
... more upright seating position preferred
... triple ring crankset
... fast enough to have some SERIOUS fun on

I looked at a 2nd hand M frame Giant FCR w/ carbon fork last night. Nice but I'm not all twitchy over it. (no chance to do more than ride it on sidewalk to corner and back, seat was completely unanchored)