Hi I am in between 2007 Scott Contessa Speester($1099) vs. 2008 Giant OCR 1 W ($1100) & 2008 Specialized Dolce Elite ($1214).

After researching and reading countless review, it seems that the scott contessa had better parts. The counterpart Giant OCR1 W is pretty comperable. They all ride equally well for me.

I tried Trek 1.2. It is worse than my Giant FCR 3. Scott is quiet reponsive and it has shimano 105 on it.

Any suggestions? I am tired of looking at bike. I a newbie and doesn't have much experience. I have been riding my bike to work and take spinning classes. THe last several weeks I am avg about 100 miles a week. I am planning to continue cycling. I just need a start up bike that i can use for 1-2 years.

Thanks,