So, I'm ready to buy my first road bike. I got a hybrid last year and rode it all summer, but have discovered it's not going to take me far enough, fast enough. So, I've been following threads here and researching online. I like the price, componentry and looks of the Bianchi Dama Biancas, but what I'm hearing from a few LBS's is that they typically wouldn't fit me for a women's bike, since I'm 5'8". And, they really talked up steel, since I want to do longer recreational rides.

So...I'm putting aside my girliness (gosh, those Damas are pretty...I know it's about fit though.). In that price range, what would you recommend? Any taller ladies out there? The Dama Elle comes with Ultegra. That was very attractive to me.

Some of the recommendations I heard were the Lemond Chambery or the Bianchi Vigorelli.

Help!