when I was bike shopping about 2 months ago I checked out a Jamis - I loved it,but I couldn't get over the color - sky blue. I ended up with a Giant Avail (1 I think - the more expensive one with 105 componentry). I also tried out the Specialized Dolce, but the Giant Avail had better componentry so I decided to go for it, despite it being more.

I have a Triple crank on my Giant and have been dropping the chain some off the big rings when changing gears going down hills then starting up big hills. But, the guys at the bike store told me they could fix it by changing the limit (I only vaguely know what I'm talking about).

Someone in the Bike Club I hang out with suggested I go to the double compact as I'm riding more - less chance of a dropped chain. My understanding of the triple is that it is more necessary in hillier areas, like where I live (Central KY).

I hope this is helpful!