I decided on the Vita Elite. Much as I love the Dash, it just wasn't quite versatile enough and the Vita has such a good press that I felt confident going ahead. So I have one of the Elites on its way, thanks to my lovely lovely LBS who have been working their contacts at Specialized to get one of these for me (there have apparently not been enough shipped to the UK to meet demand). They fitted me on a stepthrough Vita,which felt great, the Elite is due in early next week and they'll deliver it to me on Thursday!
Anyway, the LBS swapping out the Nimbus tyres for something that will enable some dirt road shortcuts, and the pedals for plain platforms. They're also adding fenders, rack and water bottle. I feel both ridiculously excited and very slightly extravagant.
Thank you again to everyone who helped me through the decision making, I really appreciated all your thoughts and advice.
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11-27-2011, 01:53 AM #1
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Decision made - new bike on way!
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11-27-2011, 06:16 AM #2
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11-27-2011, 07:29 AM #3
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Yay! Congratulations, how exciting! That is one sweet looking bike.
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11-27-2011, 08:37 AM #4
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11-27-2011, 08:49 AM #5
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11-27-2011, 09:17 AM #6
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Congratulations! I really like the look of the Specialized Vita line. Enjoy your new bike!
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