Joined: Feb 2006
Posts: 12,286
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From: Lake Geneva, WI
Bikes: Ridley Helium SLX, Canyon Endurance SL, De Rosa Professional, Eddy Merckx Corsa Extra, Schwinn Paramount (1 painted, 1 chrome), Peugeot PX10, Serotta Nova X, Simoncini Cyclocross Special, Raleigh Roker, Pedal Force CG2 and CX2
I purchased a 2008 model last spring for $330. It has been a great starter bike for someone rediscovering cycling. I rode it for about 1500 miles last year, mostly commuting. 100% reliable. Comfortable and able to maintain 16mph, so not really that slow.
I've upgraded to a steel framed Cyclocross bike and now use the Cypress as a utility bike.
Michael
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When I ride my bike I feel free and happy and strong. I'm liberated from the usual nonsense of day to day life. Solid, dependable, silent, my bike is my horse, my fighter jet, my island, my friend. Together we will conquer that hill and thereafter the world.