Hey all--

I've looked back through the archives in this category for answers to my question, but haven't really found what I'm looking for.

I've owned a flat-bar road bike for coming up on 2 years now; it's got about 1700 miles on it, commuting and recreational rides (longest stretch was a 67-mile ride).

I'm going to purchase a road bike in the next few months, and want to make sure the bike I get is the "right" one for me.

So. I'd like to get a womens-specific bike; I'm 5'8" with the typical long legs and average-sized torso. I've never been fit for a bike before.

What questions should I be asking? I've sort of got it figured out what I'd like (something with a triple, and good components; AL frame with carbon fork would be nice)... but know that there are lots of options out there and shouldn't get things so firmly fixed in my mind that I miss something else just as perfect.

Thanks!!

Kristen