I haven't test rode the bike yet. The shop does offer an "extended" test ride but you have to put $200 non-refunable deposit that can only be used towards a new bike. I hope to go this weekend and briefly test ride the Madone, Synapse and the Dama. If it comes down to the Synapse or Dama I will pay the $200 and get the all day test ride. Then I can check the Dama out on the hills around the shop.

I *really* love Orbeas, but I have to ride it first. One thing I am nervous about is the double. I have a triple and I worry I will miss mine. That being said, I rarely use the smallest chain ring. The Synapse and Madone have a triple. The Madone isn't at the shop I would prefer to deal with.

Surly- I super jealous of your bike!! I remember our LBS had one purple in a large frame and I would just drool. Purple is my favorite color and that bike is stunning, you lucky girl!