I'm a relatively new rider - got my littleblue almost one year ago. It's a men's Specialized Roubaix, fit perfectly to me by my genius friend Laura at our LBS. Shims in the brakes and a seat that fits. Find someone who knows what they're doing and have them fit you to your favorite bike. I LOVE my bike. My hubby got me going after he was bitten by the bug. Anyway, find the bike you love (regardless of whether it's a man's or woman's) and have it fit to you and give it a go!