Getting a different bike

[Trekn Teresa]

Cycling friends,

"Woo-Hoo" Oh my goodness...I am getting an upgrade.
Right now I have a 2003 Trek Navigator 300 (the wheat silver color)
But, around the middle of February, I am getting a Trek 7.5 FX!
I am so excited. The color is the Matte Smooth Silver.
However, the guy kept steering me towards the WSD (women's specific design) which is a "different" blue. I think it's called Crystal Blue.
I am also getting bar ends added. When I go to pick it up, having the seat changed out,
and also the tires.
I think I will also look into getting shoes- any recommendations?
Well- I just had to share my enthusiasm with you all.

I am so ready to get back to riding. It is so blah, dreary and chilly here in northern Illinois. We haven't seen the sun in days here. If only I had the proper winter bike riding clothing-I'd be tempted to get out anyway and ride for a little bit. But as it is I don't.
Here's to a fabulous 2006!
"Happy Riding" everyone!
~ Trekn Teresa ~

[slinkedog]

Hi Teresa! How exciting for you! I'm sure you're going to love your new ride!!

I was a little unsure from your post if you decided to get the WSD bike or stuck with the regular model. If I understand correctly, I think that the women-specific models are usually best for gals with long legs and short torsos. I didn't get a WSD bike and mine fits me just fine. Hopefully the guy selling you your bike is on top of everything and you'll get a perfect fit!! Keep us posted and let us know how you like it!

[Trekn Teresa]

You are correct, I did not go with the WSD. One reason is:
I just did not like the blue color at all. I am 5'5" and am average. My torso is not short, but neither long ( I don't think) So, I don't think it would make enough of a difference for me; so I am going with the men's style, but I am having the seat switched out.
I can't wait to get it, and go riding....but it will be awhile before the weather is nice enough or warm enough for me to go riding ...but ohhhh am I ever anticipating with so much eagerness!!
I can't wait to hit the trails..

~ Trekn Teresa ~

[Melody]

Teresa, I hope you have alot of fun with your new bike. The new bike fever is catching!

Mel

[CorsairMac]

Congrats! Isn't a new bike fun??!!! I'm almost as excited as you and it isn't even my bike!! (CMac Loves when ppl get new bikes!)

As for shoe recommendations: everyone here wears all different types. I went with the Specialized MTB shoe as a starter clipless, they weren't too costly and I could walk in them around the house/work/etc without the cleat tearing up the floors. I also liked the tread on them for when I stopped during the learning curve. That way when I put my foot down it landed on the tread and not the cleat, which can be a little slippery.

[Trekn Teresa]

I just wanted to say Thanks to:
Slinkedog, Melody and
Corsair Max for the advice on the pedals and shoes.
As soon as I bring it home and hopefully ride it awhile -
I will let you all know.
Let's hope for some nice weather here in northern Illinois!
I will need some time to get acquainted with it.
But-I just know we will become great riding buddies and will spend many happy hours and miles together.

Happy riding to all!