Found a bike that fits me...

[farrellcollie]

I could not bring myself to get the trek Pilot 2.1 WSD because I did not like the color. I got a scott contessa instead - which is not a great color (grey and white) - but - to me - not horrible. I did almost convince myself that the pilot 5.1 wsd was worth the extra money just because of the color - but SO would have freaked

[Bicyclette]

When my husband and I were looking for bikes in May we were going to get a Trek that was black (or silver). At the last minute he asked if I wanted to get the 7.2 FX instead and I was like OK,cool, cuz I like the color of the 7.2!! So - yes - color IS important! It's much more fun to ride a bike that is aesthetically pleasing to you!

Pat

[Nanci]

What color is it???

I totally wouldn't buy a bike if I hated the color. I would have to at least like the color. Better if I loved it.

[Pascale]

It's lavender or lilac or something in the purply range...

[emily_in_nc]

It's lavender or lilac or something in the purply range...

Just checked it out at the Giant site, and I think it is gorgeous! Reminds me of a lavender Terry Classic I once test rode.

But then, I am a girly girl. My road bike is "lupine" (kind of a black raspberry), and I just like that kind of color. I also have a white Bike Friday (color chosen by me because I love white bikes, though they sure do show dirt and grease quickly!), and my new silver (aluminum) mtb with pretty blue front fork. My only "boy-colored" bike is my green and silver Novara Bonita mtb (WSD).

For me, color comes behind fit, components, and weight, but it is a consideration. There are some colors I just wouldn't buy (mostly dark colors like black or brown).

Maybe you can compare the geometry of the OCR-1 to some other models/manufacturers and thus find something else that fits equally well?

Good luck!

Emily