Lake Mendota, for which this Fisher model is named, is the largest of three lakes that comprise the heart of Madison, Wisconsin. The downtown is nestled on a narrow strip of land between two of the lakes. Geographers call this feature an isthmus. Drivers call this feature a headache. A bustling state capital city on a lake-locked strip of land may not be auto friendly, but it's great for bikes. <br /> The Mendota is highly tuned for everything the urban environment may offer. It's our lightest hybrid, which is great not only for riding performance, but also for carrying to second-floor apartments or hanging on the garage hook. It's got a Bontrager Carbon Switchblade fork to dampen road shock. Disc brakes work great whatever the weather, and puncture-resistant tires make sure you keep rolling. It's ready to easily accept a rack, and specifically geared to match your speed. It's designed for fast transport, and fitness made fun &#8211; down the block, around the lake, and beyond.