I was born in Southern California and have always enjoyed life “au soleil”. As much as I love my hometown and its wonderfully picturesque beaches and quaint neighborhoods, my heart always yearned for more; a new experience, an exciting adventure and preferably, in a far away land! The driving force behind my move to Paris is 2000 was a culmination of many things. I have always been passionate about fashion, plus I am a die-hard romantic. Art, history and architecture move my soul, I am a curious person and I absolutely adore languages and their many differing accents. Both my grandmother and my grandma traveled the world, so evidentially I caught the travel bug from these fabulous women!...

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Road bike, mountain bike, hybrid, cruiser – which to buy depends upon the customer’s preference and planned use. Whether you have never owned a bike or are a seasoned rider, today's vast array of bike options can overwhelm someone who's decided to buy a new bike. Mechanics from Chain Gang said that mountain bikes ranging in price from $500 to $1,000 are the shop’s most popular segment of bikes and account for a good percentage of total sales. He recommended a Felt cross country mountain bike for $750, which he said gives customers the most bike for their dollar. The bike, which has flat mountain-bike handle bars, is very comfortable and efficient on the road. The Raleigh cross country mountain bikes are a popular choice, Scoma said. Scoma described the hybrid as a mix between a mountain and road bike. owner Randy Barber suggested a hybrid or mountain bike.

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