Though I'm no expert, it seems to me that there are two schools of thought when it comes to bike acquisition: 1. You can be like me and start cheap and work up to a better bike, thereby maybe (though not necessarily) spending more than you had to, but also taking some time to make sure you're going to love the sport. Or, 2. If you're already pretty sure you're going to love cycling and spend lots of time in the saddle, and your bank account can stand it, you can go straight to the "big kid" bikes and go for it. You spend some serious money up front, but you also get one kicka$$ bike that you can love for a long time--"grow into it," that is.

There are pros and cons to each approach--you just have to know what's best for you. Don't let anyone tell you--either in words or with their rolling eyes--you did the wrong thing if you know it's right--for you. As Lisa said, if it fits, works well, and you could afford it, ENJOY!

Oh yeah, and we want to see photos of YOUR Serotta!