Thanks to all that chimed in.

Severian,

I also do not like the looks of the fenders or the chain gaurd. I assume that I would replace the fenders and I have a chain guard from an old Superbe that I could probably fudge on.

I have a question about how the chain guard mounts to the bike. Is there a bracket that slips over the outside of the bottom bracket?

Also, how do the cables attach to the down tubes? It looks like there is a plastic part that clips in. Is there a closed metal loop that the plastic fits into?

I would like to get a step through frame but I am 6'4" so I will probably have to get a diamond frame. Since it is a thread less headset is it a problem to ensure that the handle bars are high enough?

Next year's Raleigh Detour Deluxe looks as if it comes with real fenders and an internal hub.

Thanks for the info.