Test riding more expensive bicycles: dangerous or hopeful?

[Ana]

My first ride on my Merlin (Ti like Seven) I knew I'd never want to ride my aluminum Felt ever again.

A test ride could be dangerous.

Exactly what I dread!

Maybe I'll do what most of you do and not test ride until I can afford it....oh but they are so pretty and test rides are free!

I suppose I will either have to assert some logic and self-control or decide not to test ride