I test rode that same bike in a 44". Absolutely beautiful!!! But as a beginner rider, I wasn't ready for drop handlebars, so I bought a Terry Classic that had straight handlebars.

Isn't it nice when you finally find a bike shop that really cares? I ended up getting my new road bike at a shop that is 40 minutes away, too. I was there for over 4 hours as I test rode bikes and got fitted.

CONGRATULATIONS!!

Over50Newbie