New bicycle advice

[Biciclista]

oh what great news! I was cringing at the thought of them modifying that bike to fit you. I've already done that with a bike and all it got me was a less stable bike that still didn't fit me correctly.

Have fun with the Dolce, I've ridden them, they're nice bikes~

[ZenSojourner]

You would not believe what I did to my Trek to get it somewhat close to sort of almost fitting, LOL!

I replaced the stem, the brake levers, the handlebar, the seat post, the seat, the pedals. The only thing I didn't replace was the crank.

It was still too long for me, but it was as close as I was going to get in an off the rack bike. Even the WSD bikes they are making now are not suitable for me, as I'm long legged and short waisted even for a woman. They'll fit me to standover and then I'm having to lean so far forward to get the handlebars that I can't sit properly.

I used to ride with a friend who was 6" taller than me, we had the same length arms and legs. All that difference was in the torso, LOL!

LOVE my Terry Madeleine! Now I know what it's like to ride a bike that fits.

[Autigirl]

Just had to say thanks to everyone for all of the kind words and support. I *love* the new bike!

Kat