Interesting points about the wheels Mimosa, thanks. Yeah, my uneducated thoughts have been that fewer spokes look aesthetically pleasing. It's good to start learning more about the facts too ;)
Velobambina, we don't get the Eros Donna here in the UK. Good luck with your '07 addition :)
It's been really helpful to find this forum. I've decided already not to go for the Giant - just don't feel excited enough about that bike, so I'll wait - maybe try and get a dealer to bring in that Scott, but probably await the '07 Bianchi. I'll let you know what eventually happens.

