I'm so happy!

[owlice]

Happy birthday and happy riding!!!

[rubywagon]

I googled it, and that is one pretty bike. Congratulations and happy birthday!

[Medianox]

Thanks everyone! I couldn't be happier with it...I seriously slpet with it right by my bed, just so I could see it first thing when I woke up! (I'm such a nerd lol). I'll get some pics up when I come back! Going to take her (are bikes *she*?? ) here in a few as soon as it gets light enough and see how far I can go!

[Tri Girl]

Yipeeee!!!!
Congrats on your new bike! I can't wait to hear how your first ride went.

[graceomalley]

Happy birthday to you and congrats on the new baby!

[Medianox]

LOL! Sorry about pictures but I took it out this morning and got a flat after 11 miles....Of course I didnt have anything with me What could happen on my first ride, right? LOL Silly me.
BUT...before that it was heaven! The gears shift effortlessly and I was flying along at speeds that I could only imagine before...my base rate, just pedaling along was 12mph! When I tried a little, I was up to 18.5!
I can't wait to get to know this bike better and look forward to many miles of good times with it! Thanks for sharing my excitement and joy-I totally get why people love riding now! All I need now is a nice name for her...
And pictures soon I promise! Until then, here's the catalog pic from the website:

[Medianox]

Update!
Her name is Zoe. I'm still in love,and looking for ways to get out and ride longer all the time.
Wow...what a difference a bike can make! Thanks to everyone for sharing your expertise and wisdom...this is the best forum on this subject around!
Now I can't wait to get new pedals (gonna try clipless), rewrap the handlebars...maybe get a new saddle....need some waterbottle cages....a new computer....LOL!
At least my DH won't run out of ideas for Christmas and birthday presents anytime soon!