We realized that the last time she got to pick out a new bike, she was 7 (she's now 21). Since then she's had a couple of hand-me-downs. The last one didn't fit her at all well. I didn't realize how important that was until I got my own well-fitting bike. She got to choose the bike, style and color this time. She bounced up and down like a little kid when the LBS guy was getting it out for her. Such fun! She's had a rough year with a bad breakup and a nasty bout of depression/anxiety. Things are looking up for her now, and the bike can be a help in boosting her energy and self-esteem.

Deb