I got my new (replacement from the accident) bike

Hi all,

This weekend I took possession of my 2nd new, really expensive bike in 4 months. Just over a month ago, I was hit by a fairly large pickup truck and my 2.5 month old Specialized Ruby Pro with Campy Record components was completely totalled. On Saturday, I got another one. She is exactly the same as the first except that I went with a triple chainring instead of the compact double. It was a little shocking to me that going to the triple (which adds a longer derailer and some extra chain) added .6 pounds to the bike.

My doctor last week gave me permission to do some "very short, light riding" on my granny gears, so I rode the bike home from the shop. It's only about a mile, but my knee is still swollen and sore from the ride. I guess it will be a while before I really get to try this bike out. But at least I have something nice to ride when my knee is ready ...

Susie

Happy to hear you got your bike replaced!

You should be riding again... full speed... real soon!

That's great! Weren't you worried about finding that same bike? I'll be curious to hear how you like the triple compared to the compact double...

Nanci

Susie -
Congrats on getting your new bike; now it will be waiting for you when you're ready for it!

But - please give your body the time it needs to recover. I know from experience that it's hard not to ride when you really want to be rolling down the road - and it can be hard to accept the amount of time it takes until you have fully recovered from an accident like yours. I think what helped me is knowing that every bit of exercise helped my body to return to (what I considered) normal.

Still sending healing thoughts your way.

--- Denise

I know you were worried about finding another Ruby. How did that finally work out? I know we gave you lots of suggestions. It will be good info for others looking for a bike that might not be in stock.

Take it easy and enjoy another new bike!

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Ladyfish,

I really owe the new bike to my lbs. They got on the phone, checked everywhere they could think of, and called in some favors. They got the bike delivered within a week and then we had to wait an additional 3 for the insurance check so that we could order my Campy gruppo and Rolf wheels.

Susie

Congratulations on the new bike! Take really good care of that knee.

I was also surprised at the weight difference between the triple and the compact double and opted for the double. I'm beginning to question the wisdom of that decision. Let us know how you like it, and how your healing progresses.

KB

Excellent! Kudos to your LBS!! I'm glad they were able to find you a new bike!!!

Yay! Crossing my fingers for a speedy recovery. Be patient with yourself - it'll come.

Also - I demand pictures of the new bike!

I second the "yay!". And I second the "bring on the pictures"!

That's great news, Susie! Now, just get better so you can ride that new baby!

Yep, congrats on the new bike! Did you get a color that you like? Send pics!

Great to hear.
Take it *very* easy
Remember you are only getting better; even if the pace of the process is slow you *are* getting better

Glad you got your new bike, Susie! Hope it's a little bit of a mental boost to help your physical healing along!

Wishing you all the luck in the world with your new Ruby.

Easier said than done, give your body the time it needs to heal.

~ JoAnn