Bob, your advice is appreciated. I completely understand what works for one person may not work well for another, the steering column thread is a good example. Your example about the Tea's seats is another good one, choosing a comfortable seat is at the top of one of my lists. I had back surgery the day after Christmas (another reason I'm giving up the bike experience) so the right seat is very important. This will be one of those situations where a 'catalog' seat won't work for me, I will have to sit my butt in a few to find the right one.

iceburgh (eventually I'll get to know these guy's real names), it's information like yours that I'm searching for, an honest recommendation from someone that has actually used a product, thanks a lot!!!

Mike