BH, you're right -- there are TOO many choices! It can give a girl a real headache. By the way, I let my husband, who is six feet tall, take a spin on Ruby shortly after I got her (I'm 5'4"), just to "feel" the ride, and I think he was jealous! He seems to love her as much as I do, since he's always offering to carry her up and down the stairs, clean her chain, pump her tires, etc. Hmm, should I be jealous?

Afraid I can't help with the 105 v. Ultegra issue -- 105 is as good as I've ever had, and it's much better than what I had on the Giant. Of course you know that fit is the most important issue, so if it fits and you love it, you can always upgrade. Gosh, this conversation is making me want to go home, load up Ruby, and head to the country! Let us know how the test ride goes. Maybe Caligirl will chime in sometime today.

KB