Originally Posted by
rubynewbie
...The salesman at the largest bike store recommended a Cannondale Quick 1 however and it can be ordered...
While I love the idea of riding a hybrid to stay in shape, the concept of a carbon hybrid makes no sense to me. What difference does a few pounds make on a bike that's designed to be ridden at a moderate pace? If I were buying a flat-bar road bike for personal fitness for myself or someone in my family, my budget would be $5-600.