Originally posted by fultzie
the guy at the LBS (which i hate because he makes me feel like a total moron)

i'd go to the LBS, but i have yet to find one that doesn't treat me like an imbicile!

thanks much!!!
I say go to another LBS!!! There are lots of things you can do to make the bike more confortable for you. But if it's that bad, you might not ever be able to make an ill-fitting bike fit you. A good LBS is probably what you really need. They may be able to get you a better set-up. Or they may tell you you've got the wrong bike.

Originally posted by fultzie
i can't reach the brakes when riding in the drops without rotating my wrist (which hurts).
You won't enjoy riding as much if the bike isn't right for you. And more importantly, you could get injured!!! This doesn't sound good!