SURPRISE! I got a new road bike!

[KSH]

SCREAMS! JUMPS UP AND DOWN!

So, I come home last night... and notice that there is something behind my curtain in my bedroom. Something large.

I look... and there is my dream bike... 2006 Specialized Tarmac Expert Double!

My dear, sweet boyfriend... Jonny... was VERY KIND and GENEROUS... and bought me my bike... just because!

DAMN! I can't believe it. A *dream* come true. I can't wait to post pictures!

And yes, I feel horribly guilty that he bought me something that is so expensive. I wish I could pay him back... but unfortunately I can't.

I will just put many miles on my sweet new ride to show my sincere appreciation for such an amazing present.

Specs on my new roadie:

FRAME Specialized FACT 6r carbon, triple monocoque construction, compact race design, Zertz inserts

FORK Specialized FACT monocoque carbon fork; full carbon legs, crown and steerer w/ Speed Zertz

HEADSET Specialized Mindset Plus Carbon, 1 1/8" integrated threadless, cartridge sealed bearings, alloy 20mm cone w/ one 10mm and two 5mm alloy spacers

FRONT BRAKE Shimano Ultegra

REAR BRAKE Shimano Ultegra

BRAKE LEVERS Shimano Ultegra, 10-speed STI, flight deck compatible

FRONT DERAILLEUR Shimano Ultegra, 31.8mm clamp, bottom pull

REAR DERAILLEUR Shimano Dura-Ace, short cage

SHIFT LEVERS Shimano Ultegra, 10-speed STI, flight deck compatible

CASSETTE / FREEWHEEL Shimano Ultegra, 12-27t

CHAIN Shimano Ultegra, 10-speed

SEAT POST Specialized Pavé FACT carbon w/ Zertz insert, 27.2mm

SEAT BINDER Specialized, forged/CNC'd, double wedge

[Bluetree]

WOW!!!! BEAUTIFULL BIKE!!!

Now.. where can I get one of those... I don't mean the bike, I mean the nice boyfriend!!!

[mimitabby]

YOu can pay him back in a dozen ways. and never spend a dime. believe me.
Congrats on that new bike! how cool is that!

I was getting ready to google it... and then I saw you thoughtfully included
photos. Nice colors, that new fab shape/style.

happy new bike to you!!

[colby]

WOW, what a bike! (And your boyfriend is pretty great, too )

Hopefully you get to take it out for a spin, soon. It looks beautiful.

[KSH]

Thanks for the wonderful comments ladies.

The boyfriend- Not sure how I got this one! But we have been together 3 years...and it looks like he's not planning on leaving me anytime soon... And I have my ways of "paying him back"...

The bike- It's my dream bike. I seriously looked all over, test rode different bikes... and when I rode this bike, I KNEW I wanted it. There was no doubt in my mind, that it was the bike for me. Unfortunately, my wallet could not afford my *dream*.

I am honestly shocked, and blown away by this overly generous gift.

I hope to get it setup this weekend with my seat, pedals and carbon handlebars... so I can ride it soon.

[spokewench]

Now, that's love if I ever saw it! Congrats on both the bike and the great boyfriend.

[Velobambina]

Happiness is a warm puppy, new bike, and generous boyfriend!

Enjoy your new ride---wishing you lots of nice miles and good riding weather!

[rocknrollgirl]

Very Pretty. Wishing you many miles of happiness....let us know what you name her.

[indysteel]

Wow!!!!! Congrats on your new wheels. What a great bike and what even greater boyfriend.