I picked up a dark grey Jamis Sequel last month and in all honesty my other bikes have been dust collectors since. It's easily the heaviest bike I own but it's nimble and well balanced so it rides lighter than expected. It's quiet, smooth, and better at making smiles than my faster bikes. After the first 5 or 6 rides I installed my 700c carbon wheels with 42's (saving maybe 3 pounds) but I've gone back to the original 650b's because they're more forgiving... especially noticeable on washboard roads. The hydro brakes don't have the modulation that my mountain bike has but they are powerful and easily more than needed for this type of bike. They'll put you over the bars if you're into that sort of thing. Just last week I installed a set of Jones H riser bars which play nice with the bike's geometry. I could not be happier with this bike and I'm really looking forward to loading it up for some Katy Trail sightseeing next Spring. If you can find one, get one.