Hi Everyone!

Thank you for all the replies!

Someone did send me a private message about trying the men's version - Sirrus Comp. One LBS does have one in a box - my size - and will have it ready tomorrow to try out (if it doesn't snow!)

Goals? I use to do charity rides on my Trek Road Bike. Haven't lately but still want to do long rides here and there. Usually ride with a local bike shop when it gets warmer and throughout the summer - have trouble keeping up with the guys - they usually do 22 + mph
Most of them have new or newer road bikes - some expensive stuff too!
But of course, they are nice, they never leave anyone behind!

When it does get warmer - I do want to ride outside. Right now - I attend spinning classes.

It worries me about one of the replies saying they had trouble with shifting and had to keep getting it adjusted. Vita Comp is around $1100.
This is about the top of my price range.
I did not have any trouble with the bottom model Vita on shifting - this was a $479 bike. I also went through all the gears.

Congratulations to your friend who wants to probably get a road bike.
I am almost 50 - so I feel my riding in the drop days are about done.

I will see if I get to test ride the men's equivalent tomorrow and let everyone know - thanks so much for all the replies.

Kathi - I would love to find a women's bicycle group to bike ride together - do you belong to any or are there any around I can check into?

Thanks everyone - would love more feedback!