I got my Ruby

yay!!! I got the bike! For those of you who read my last post, I had 2 salespeople help me and I was worried about who should get the commission.

Long story short, Salesperson #2 placed the order and it was the perfect size. Salesperson #1 got the commission after talking to SP2 and showing him our email exchange.But, SP1 spent a lot of time showing me how to shift the gears, clean the tires, take the front wheel off and fit it into my car so he was extremely helpful. I'm very happy with the service I got from the shop and even happier with my new bike!

The Ruby was way more comfortable than the Jamis and the Trek that I tried out and the 44 fit me perfectly. The minute, I got on it, I knew, it was the bike for me. Thanks for all your help.

So happy it was the perfect bike for you- like I said, I love mine. Glad everything worked out.

So happy to hear it worked out for you and now have a bike that you are truly happy with and will enjoy!!! Wishing you many safe and enjoyable riding miles.

Welcome to the Ruby Club! Happy Riding.

Great! Hope you have many wonderful rides on the Ruby.

Beautiful bike! I love the colors and know you will be very happy with her. There are certainly a lot of Ruby fans on this forum!

What a pretty bike! Isn't it funny how it just feels right when you get on it? Enjoy!

Beautiful bike! Enjoy!

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Jealous! ;)

Many happy miles to you!

Congratulations on your beautiful new bike!

Gosh, that is a pretty bike...happy bike trails! Enjoy.

Cool bike! Enjoy :)

Sweet! Love the colors!

Mines also a 44cm in red/white- and I felt the same way when I got on it. "Wow it fits! Holy cow it fits!" (You can tell I've spent many a year on bikes that were too big.)

Many happy miles! That's a beautiful bike! :)

And it's good that you have a good shop to go to; that makes it even better.

Thank you so much for your well wishes! I didn't really know what everyone meant when they spoke about bike fit. I rode a Jamis Endura, Trek Madone, Jamis Coda, a Giant, Specialized Amira and an Allez. But after riding the Ruby, I felt like it just molded to me. I even liked the colors though I know black/pink aren't for everyone.

I appreciate all the good advice and encouragement from this forum. Thank you!

What a beautiful bike! Is the reason the top tube slopes so much because of the small size? When I first saw your photo, it looked like a mixte! I like that it's so low to step over, though. And great colors!

Which model Ruby did you get?

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Originally Posted by emily_in_nc

What a beautiful bike! Is the reason the top tube slopes so much because of the small size? When I first saw your photo, it looked like a mixte! I like that it's so low to step over, though. And great colors!

Which model Ruby did you get?

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Yeah! I looked at it and went "wha? It looks like a mountain bike!" Then I realized it was a 44cm.

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Originally Posted by emily_in_nc

What a beautiful bike! Is the reason the top tube slopes so much because of the small size? When I first saw your photo, it looked like a mixte! I like that it's so low to step over, though. And great colors!

Which model Ruby did you get?

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Thanks!! I got the Ruby Comp. I think the reason the tube slopes so much is because the bike is tiny. It was able to fit in the back seat of my car (which is a regular coupe and not a sedan or SUV)

I really love Specialized Ruby's pink/black color scheme (yes, I am a purple/pink type of gal). But, I need to climb hills better so I got the Specialized Amira Elite, still wishing for Ruby's beautiful paint job. Enjoy your gorgeous new bike!



2012 Specialized Amira Elite, Jett 143mm Saddle
2011 Specialized Ariel Sport, Serfas Rx Women's Microfiber saddle

Thank you!!! I love the pink and black color scheme! I've been out a couple of times but now that the nice weather is here, I will be out and about more often.

It's a beautiful bike. Wishing you many happy miles!

She's gorgeous! I hope you have many great adventures with her :)