How on earth do you choose a bike?!

[shellkay1212]

Well, I stopped in at my shop this afternoon. I told them I love it but want to stop by tomorrow and take a spin on the Ruby just to be sure. My heart is sure - just have to prove it to my head!

I talked to 'my guy' and here's the plan: I'm taking the bike in tomorrow. The fitter is going to watch me ride, put me up on the trainer and make sure the measurements are truly good for me. Make any adjustments...and then the deal is done. Well, it will be in lay-a-way for about three weeks.

But then - then LOOK OUT!

Thanks everyone!!!

[Flur]

So when you get it (since I'm completely convinced you'll get it!) please post pics!

[shellkay1212]

Ahhhhh, the decision is made! YEP - the TUSCANY!

Today I rode the Ruby and it just isn't the same pull at the heart strings. My guys swapped out the stem and that took care of that problem!

I chose my computer and bottle cages and pedals. I did end up calling a bike shop in Indy - they said that bike that price - snatch it up!

WOOHOOOOO!!!!! I can even spout off the componets now: all ultegra, dura ace shifters, and "sweet velocity 650 wheels"!!! YEAH!!!!

Sadly, it will be in lay-a-way for three weeks. The bike fitter will be back then so I can be properly fitted. So it works out okay that bonus time falls then. I cannot wait to ride, ride, ride!!!

Meanwhile, I'm back on the Giant FCR3 full time. It's still fun though!