Hi Laura,

I checked out your new ride online (http://www.masibikes.com/grancorsa.html), and it's gorgeous! Too large for me even in the smallest size, but really sharp!

You might want to look at narrower handlebars since it's not a WSD bike and thus has wide handlebars. Even the 49 cm frame size (what size did you get?) comes with 40 cm handlebars, and they go up from there. My husband can use a 40 or 42cm handlebar, but I need a 36 or 38 cm as do many small to medium-sized women women - not sure what size you are. Have the bike shop measure your shoulders to be sure of the proper size.

I think SPD pedals are mostly for mountain shoes, so yes, you might want to look at road pedals, and you'll need some Sidi shoes to go with that pretty bike too (they even match!). My personal favorite pedals are Speedplays (try the Zeros, the newest kind), but I'm sure you'll talk to people who like Looks and others.

Enjoy!

Emily