Thoughts on women's Specialized mtn bikes?

[lyz2814]

I just got a safire s-works and I love it. I'd take to bed and in the shower with me, I love it so much!

I am totally made for a women's build (short torso, long legs, narrow shoulders) and the medium feels like it was made for me. I used to run an Epic, but I always felt stretched and not in control. I hated riding it, not because I'd get dropped on rides but because I couldnt make it up the rock gardens

Also, I'm a weight weenie (which is why I sprang for the s-works--full squish at 23lbs!). I can get up stuff I previously couldnt, I feel balanced, and the brain thing saves my novice butt more than I like to admit.

I actually ride most days and am finally going to join the local race series that starts tomorrow.

I got to do a test ride at one of those Specialized Women's Test Ride weekends. They fitted me, and I could ride whatever model I wanted (era, myka, safire), on the local trail--not in the parking lot. If any store near you carrys Specialized, see if they have a "test ride" thing coming up. Also, some stores get special "test bikes," that have a unique paint job. Sometimes you can take those for a day or whatever for a try out.

I don't work for Spec or anything, but I do love my safire.