How do I know when it's time for a different bike?

[Livin the Dream]

Thanks, Karen & Rapid. You both articulated what my gut was telling me. I'm no longer fat, but I still have about 20 pounds to lose and I'll never be small. I'll always have hips and a "booty" as my grandaughter calls it. It's the build God gave me. I'm also not 20-something.

You also confirmed that the bikes they were recommending aren't significantly different from what I've got. I had already made up my mind that I was going to ride a couple of road bikes befire I make a decision. I don't think I'll even go back to the Trek dealer I visited today, but I will go to the Giant dealer again. The Trek dealer where we bought our hybrids is further away, but we'll be camping very close to that shop next weekend.

Unfortunately no REI stores in this area. I checked the store locater on their web page and there isn't one within 200 miles.

Any suggestions of a good LBS in Western Ohio would be appreciated!