Anyone riding a Specialized Vita Sport?

[Jo-n-NY]

You might want to look at the Specialized Ariel. The tire is a 700 a bit wider but not as much as a mtn bike. The tire is also smooth in the middle so it rides well on flat & rougher roads.

[Seajay]

You should be able to put a fairly wide tire into the Vita. 38mm? Perhaps ask your shop to see how large a tire will go on. I think with a wide aftermarket tire the Vita could be a nice option for your ride.

[deanywalker21]

Thanks everyone for you suggestions. I went in to order my Vita Sport and left with a Vita Elite. Much to my suprise and pleasure they had my size in stock and were able to swap out the 28 tires for 38. For the extra $$ the Elite is a much nicer bike and can handle the wider tires, a rack and fenders so I took plunge. Planning on taking it for a spin around the neighborhood tomorrow. Will start taking "supplies" into work on Monday as I was able to clean out two file drawers in my office to use for clothes and grooming supplies.

[hebe]

oh lovely! How are you getting on?

[Tri Girl]

How is your new ride working out for you? New bikes are just about the BEST thing in the whole world!

[deanywalker21]

The Vita Elite is awesome....it sort of just rolls by itself....and feels so stable on those wide tires <g>. It is also a very sharp looking bike. With the increasing cost of gas I am not at all feeling guilty about spending the $$. I can see my FCR 1 loosing its place as my favorite bike. I have been busy getting the Vita set up for the commute and exploring alternative routes (by car). I should be able to get between 20 and 25 of commute riding in each day, depending on which roads I take. Wisconsin weather has been mild but I do not expect to try the commute till after daylight savings time change....not that I am not itching to try it.

[Berrybiker]

I think you made a great choice
I love riding my vita elite. I live too far from where I work to commute, but I can image it would be a great commuiting bike.