I rode this bike today

[Zen]

And it was sweet. The seat felt like it just slid itself underneath my butt instead of me sitting on it. It's light (aluminum :( ) and well balanced. It's definitely fun to ride.It has a more cruiser-like geometry from a true mixte, though.
Compare http://i206.photobucket.com/albums/bb14/zencentury/electramixte.jpgand http://i206.photobucket.com/albums/bb14/zencentury/raleighmixte.jpg
I am considering it.

Anyone want to buy an FX7.6 with about 100 miles on it?

[Chicken Little]

Beautiful. Both of them.

[Tri Girl]

I'm with Chicken Little- they're BOTH gorgeous!!! :D

And yes, I'd like to buy your bike, but I don't think my marriage can handle another bike.:cool:

[Trek420]

Both bikes are gorgeous! I'd say if you can't get/find a classic unique mixte like the one below and want the style, get the Electra. Where's the thread here .... someone wanted to find a light, fast, easy to get on and off the bike, touring bike for her Mom? May be perfect for her. :)

They copied my brake levers! Who pointed Electra to the "Show us your Mixte" thread :mad: :):rolleyes:;):D

[arielmoon]

Very cute!

[malkin]

Nice!

Remember that aluminium rattles your brains when the surface is rough.

[Zen]

My brains are already rattled so no problem there.

I have a mixte in the works but this one, not being a true mixte has a more relaxed geometry. I've decided I want it. As soon as it stops raining and I can take some decent photos of the Mariposa it's up for grabs too.

[sundial]

Are you getting the bike with the sprung saddle? Is this going to be your canal riding steed?

[Zen]

I only posted the silver one as a geometry comparison (the word "compare" is overlooked when salivating, I think.)

No, I have my canal bike, just need a saddle for it.
The blue one would be for town or paved MUP or Tweed Rides:o