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Roadtrip
02-19-2011, 10:36 AM
Picked her up today...

http://www.cincylights.com/images/ruby.jpg


http://www.cincylights.com/images/rubyside.jpg


http://www.cincylights.com/images/rubytopbar.jpg


http://www.cincylights.com/images/rubyandshannon.jpg

It's a 2009, but brand new old stock from the LBS that was discounted, I couldn't beat the deal I got on it. It's got 700x23c tires on it and full 105. I'd have to pay about 1k more for a 2011 model with the same features.

Now I've gone and done it.. I hope me and my Ruby have many of miles together!!!

Shannon
OakLeaf
02-19-2011, 10:54 AM
Very nice, and it looks like you have a beautiful day for it, too! :)

Have you got her just propped on the toe clip in that first pic? I just can't do that... (clipless pedal against a curb is the same principle, but I can't make it work)

Enjoy!
indysteel
02-19-2011, 11:32 AM
What a sexy bike! I hope you two have lots of happy and safe miles together!
hebe
02-19-2011, 01:19 PM
Woo Hoo Shannon!

Gorgeous bike, and my grin is nearly as big as yours. Roll on springtime, looks like you got the blue skies already!
Roadtrip
02-19-2011, 03:15 PM
Have you got her just propped on the toe clip in that first pic?

Yup!! That's what I did.

It WAS a gorgeous day today. I also had my first opps moment. I was turning and dropped the bike, landed on my knee and elbow, but kept the bike from hitting the ground. I have a skinned elbow but a bike that is still sparkly and new!!

Shannon
Roadtrip
02-19-2011, 03:26 PM
Shimano 105, 10-speed, 12-27t (Back) - 50 x 34t (Compact) Chainring, I would have rather had a Triple, but I took the small little hill near my house with ease, I just need to see how it does on the big hill.

Shannon
emily_in_nc
02-19-2011, 04:38 PM
Gorgeous - I love a white bike! Enjoy her!!!
Tri Girl
02-19-2011, 04:42 PM
Beautiful bike!!! (and beautiful woman on that bike). :D:D:D:D:D
Congrats!!!!! Wishing you many, many happy miles together!!! WOOT!
Kerry1976
02-19-2011, 04:43 PM
Lovely bike! Enjoy many miles on it!
Grog
02-19-2011, 04:49 PM
What a beauty, lucky you!
blackhillsbiker
02-19-2011, 06:55 PM
Sweet bike! I love your smile in the photo! I hope you are blessed with many happy miles and memories together.

Deb
Bike Writer
02-19-2011, 07:01 PM
Shannon, How very nice! Great photo of you and your new bike, you sure have a great big smile on your face :D I would be too.

Many many happy miles with her.
Bike Chick
02-20-2011, 04:22 AM
Sweet, Shannon! What a nice bike and it sounds like you got a great deal! Enjoy her!
redrhodie
02-20-2011, 04:43 AM
Yup!! That's what I did.

It WAS a gorgeous day today. I also had my first opps moment. I was turning and dropped the bike, landed on my knee and elbow, but kept the bike from hitting the ground. I have a skinned elbow but a bike that is still sparkly and new!!

Shannon

Way to go! Now you are a cyclist. ;)
azfiddle
02-20-2011, 04:44 AM
Fantastic! I hope you have many wonderful miles together!
Glory
02-20-2011, 06:22 AM
That's a sexy bike! Perfect weather to be bringing home a new bike =)
warneral
02-20-2011, 01:34 PM
yay! Have fun! How did you get her to stand up?
pfunk12
02-20-2011, 02:22 PM
Very nice! Enjoy!
indigoiis
02-20-2011, 03:26 PM
Nice bike! What are you going to name her?:D
Roadtrip
02-20-2011, 03:36 PM
yay! Have fun! How did you get her to stand up?

I was able to get her to stand on the cages. I think I shall name her (not creative I know).... Ruby.

Today, I awoke to sleet and rain, and cloudy skies. So Ohio winter does return.

Shannon
TxDoc
02-20-2011, 04:09 PM
Congrats, that is a very nice bike!
AND you look very happy :) enjoy your ride!
Catrin
02-20-2011, 05:11 PM
....So Ohio winter does return...

Shhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh, winter might HEAR you :eek: That is why I tried so hard to fit in a ride today just in case it is some time before the next one. At least I managed to fit in 4 rides in the last 8 days :D

I wish you many happy miles on Ruby, she is beautiful!
Jo-n-NY
02-22-2011, 06:59 AM
Lots of luck with your SUPER NEW BIKE!!! She is beautiful. What a great way to begin the new season!!!

~ JoAnn
Roadtrip
02-22-2011, 05:32 PM
I decided to put some slightly wider tires on the bike. I bought some Continential Ultra GatorSkin 700x28c (she came with 23's.)

I changed the tires myself!! I did it!!! I had to do the front wheel twice because I screwed up and put the tire on with the tread/direction backwards. My hands are aching now and fingers feel like I've used sandpaper on them, but I DID IT!!!!!

Shannon
smittykitty
02-22-2011, 05:43 PM
The smile says it all! Beautiful! Me thinks that Newbie Graduation Day is just around the corner!

Enjoy.
ciao_bella
02-22-2011, 06:07 PM
Beeeutiful bike, Congrats!!!

Ciao
zoom-zoom
02-22-2011, 06:56 PM
Wow....nice deal! You are going to have such a fun year!:cool:
ladyicon
02-22-2011, 10:28 PM
That is a beautiful bike, I am jealous. Good thing you saved the bike when you laid her down. I also have a ruby and love it.
Desert Tortoise
02-23-2011, 08:25 AM
Love the black and white! And it's even prettier with you on :)
Many happy miles!