I figure some of it is me, being a newbie, but I'm taking the bike in today and seeing if he can tweak it some or have better ideas. They've been great to work with. My son was having the same issues on his Specialized Allez. I'll get used to the ride if that's the norm. I just wasn't expecting the huge difference when I got further out and went faster down a hill.

I would hate to invest in a full carbon frame and have similiar issues especially if it's the same issues between different lines of the same brand. LBS sells Trek and Specialized.

For example, I'd hate to buy a Specialized Dolce if I'd have the same problems with my Sirrus. Or go up to a carbon Ruby.

I don't have a problem with steel. Would I need more of a touring bike instead of a lightweight racing style for highways?