If I had $2500 and HAD to spend it on a bike, I could, easy. I could pick out about 10 different ones. Alas, I don't. I have kids, tuition, house payment, need a new washer, new tires (for my car), etc.

My hubby has a coronary when I even talk about my dream bike. I spent around $650 on a 2005 WSD Trekand still feel a little guilty. Actually this is the first time I've bought something that is exclusively for me. So I know I shouldn't feel guilty.

There is a difference in the bikes, you don't have to go broke though. Good Luck