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Originally Posted by
divtag
Thats a good value. Changing to drops can cost more than expected, but does not change the geometry. The bike will feel different, your will have more of your weight on the front wheel, but if you have shorter legs & a longer torso the bike will still fit. You might just add aero bars, cheaper and more effective in winds.
I have a Giant Cypress, its a very good bike. But I would avoid suspension forks on road bikes.
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Last edited by Barrettscv; 05-18-09 at 01:51 PM.