Hermitclub - congrats on your new bike! I'm guessing you've got a bike that is going to do just what you need it to. Also, I've been thinking that even though I might someday want a different type of bike, I will probably always keep the Sequoia for a great second bike -- for commuting, for a comfort ride alternative, to keep in the trainer during the weird weather shifts of fall/spring, etc. ENJOY!! :-) And let us know how it goes.