I was really really nervous when I test rode my road bike. That's why I didn't stay in the parking lot but went down the block to a different parking lot and tried several things like shifting, moving my hands around, etc.

I just can't believe how different is now. I had a 10 speed racer in high school and it's like i never quit riding. It will be that way for you, too.

I see you already thought of my suggestion to get on someone else's bike for a toodle before you go to the LBS. I think that's a good idea.

Karen