Well once agian, I cannot thank you all enough for the GREAT advice!! We went to a new bike shop yesterday and the sales guy was wonderful. I decided that I needed shoes and clips for my spin bike and DH needed pedals and shoes and clips badlly for his bike. I rode a few bikes and surprisingly, the Trek 1000 WSD fitted for me was what I liked the best! The price wasn't bad and I guess Trek is having a sale and this shop gives a military discount on top of it. I could not believe how much better a bike that fits you feels. I slept on it last night and we are going back to get it after we come back from our trip to Mexico to see my father...money...money...money...never have enough huh?
Anyway, I thought about all the things you all mentioned while I was trying the different bikes and I am so appreciative. Thank you for not making feel like an idiot.
I went out on DH's bike this morning with my new shoes and clips, and WHAT A DIFFERENCE!! I LOVED IT. It was only 20 degrees out and I froze my butt off even though I thought I was dressed warm enough, but I rode for an hour and did 17 miles, but I can't wait to get my bike, I know I'll be MUCH more comfortable.
I'm sorry for such a long post, I just wanted to tell you all thank you so much!! This is a sport that I am already in love with!!
~~~HUGS~~~
Jenn