I have found a total of four mixtes at local flea markets and craigslist. three of them had the original parts on them and all four had drop bars. I've decided to keep the drop bars this time. When I put the upright bars on my Bianchi mixte, it wasn't comfortable at all for me. My Nishiki has the drop bars, original to the bike, and they are perfect except for the width. 38cm. I am going to put 42 cm drops on it this weekend. Other things I have done with it are a brooks saddle, back rack and a kickstand. Man, I'm a dork, but it stands up better in my classroom and doesn't fall over when someone goes to sharpen their pencil.

Oh, and I'm thinking of having it powder coated this summer. Sweetie Green.