Not to further hijack Neko's thread...on Sheldon's website, it states that the mixte is a style of "lady's frame", when in fact today, it is considered to be "unisex". Some of them are absolutely beautiful, and I would have no problems in riding one.
I mean think about it; a city bike should be easy to get off and on. Also, with the lower top tubes (yes they have two small diameter top tubes), it is easier to wear rain coats, and such.
Another good thing is that they nearly as stiff as a standard diamond frame (the traditional layout for a man's frame), and still offer the advantages mixte frames are known for.
On Topic: Nekohime, if you can cope with the larger folded size, the DT Mini is the better "bang for the buck".
Have fun selecting your new bike.
Regards,
Edward
Originally Posted by
makeinu