I'd recommend spending about £300 on a commuting bike - you get good quality bikes that aren't too heavy for that. On any bike the handlebar angle and height can be changed, although sometimes you need to buy new parts to do it. If Ridgeback geometry didn't suit you the best thing to do is go to somewhere like Evans Cycles that carry a large range and have a go on different brands. Specialized Sirrus range (my new one is a high end one of these) is a good commuting range, as is the Trek FX (I think) series. Diffrerent manufacturers make different frame geometry so it's worth test riding a selection until you find one that suits...
Incidently, hunching back and stretching arms sounds like you may have been better off on a smaller frame, like I said, I'd usually think 15'' frame for someone 5'3''.
Hope this helps, give us a shout if you want any more advice - I'm always happy to geek about bikes :o)
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Date: 2005-12-07 10:59 am (UTC)Incidently, hunching back and stretching arms sounds like you may have been better off on a smaller frame, like I said, I'd usually think 15'' frame for someone 5'3''.
Hope this helps, give us a shout if you want any more advice - I'm always happy to geek about bikes :o)