Pondering A New Bike

[bboston88]

I went from a WSD Lemond Reno to a Specialized Ruby. I love it. I love my Reno too, it fit so well. what I really like about the Ruby is that I don't feel sore in my neck the next day from road chatter. The all carbon is nice. I like that I can race it for now but it's also comfy for the long haul

I have 105 components but it's a 2007 and I really think the 105s are very good, comparable to an older ultegra. i will upgrade some in time. I needed the WSD and the handlebars on the Ruby are great. I can reach the breaks fully in the drops, which I couldn't do on the Reno. I considered getting the men's version (roubaix) but glad I went w/the Ruby.

[Aggie_Ama]

All the bike shops are saying they have seen the '09 prices and it is a big jump. I think Running Mommy even said that.

The geometry might make a difference, the Madone is more aggressive but I see plenty of people happily knocking out centuries on them. DH rides a super racey bike for 100+ miles and is good but then again he is a glutton for self inflicted pain.

Ultegra vs. Dura Ace. Both are going to be smooth, I think I read that actually the Ultegra SL is as good as DA. Maybe in Bicycling magazine? DH is rushing me to leave but I am pretty sure that was the article.

[Mr. Bloom]

Silver and I have been discussing aggressive geometry.

My benchmark was last week at RAIN.

Over the course of 160 miles, without realizing it, my handlebars dropped nearly 1 inch...and I rode a good portion comfortably in the drops.

So, I'm thinking I can take it...???